Leupold VX-4HD 4-16x50 30mm CDS-ZL2 Side Focus Wind-Plex Scope LU185458

The Leupold VX-4HD 4-16x50 is a professional-grade hunting optic engineered for the shooter who demands both mechanical precision and environmental adaptability. The primary "friction point" it solves is the "magnification tax"—the common degradation of image contrast and resolution that occurs as you zoom in toward 16x. By utilizing a high-definition Calcium-Fluoride lens system, this scope maintains a crisp, stable sight picture across its entire 4:1 zoom range, ensuring that your target remains sharp even at the highest power settings.

The technical advantage of this model lies in its ability to control light dispersion at the lens level rather than relying on coatings alone. While standard glass often suffers from chromatic aberration at high zoom, Calcium-Fluoride elements minimize wavelength separation to preserve edge definition and color accuracy. This optical fidelity works in tandem with the CDS-ZL2 (Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2) elevation turret, which converts your specific ballistic data into repeatable, push-button adjustments. The result is a system that removes the need for vertical holdover estimation while providing a clear, calibrated reference for crosswinds.

Built from a single piece of 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum, the 30mm maintube maximizes light transmission while maintaining the structural rigidity needed for heavy recoil. The Side Focus parallax adjustment ensures a parallax-free image from 30 yards to infinity, enabling consistent point-of-impact alignment during dynamic ranging. Whether you are glassing across wide-open country or taking a precise shot in shifting winds, the VX-4HD delivers the optical consistency and mechanical certainty required for success.

Features

• 50mm Objective + Calcium-Fluoride Lenses – Maximizes light transmission and eliminates "magnification tax" for high-contrast resolution at 16x.
• Wind-Plex Reticle – Provides 1-MOA hash marks extending 10 MOA to each side, enabling precise wind holds without cluttering the field of view.
• Side Focus Parallax Adjustment – Fine-tune your focus from 30 yards to infinity to ensure pinpoint accuracy and a stable point of impact.
• CDS-ZL2 Locking Turrets + Dial-to-Yardage – Replaces holdover guesswork with a calibrated mechanical dial matched to your specific cartridge.
• Elite Optical System – Superior dawn-to-dusk performance with specialized glare reduction for the most challenging lighting.

Technical Specifications

• Optics: 4x–16x | 50mm | 30mm Maintube
• Interface: Wind-Plex | Second Focal Plane (SFP) | Side Focus (30yd–inf)
• Precision: 1/4 MOA Click | 65 MOA Total Elevation | 50 MOA Total Windage
• Specs: 25.1–6.3 ft @ 100yds | 3.9"–4.0" Eye Relief | 12.5–3.1mm Exit Pupil
• Build: 6061-T6 Aircraft-Grade Aluminum | Matte Black | 20.5 oz | 13.3" Length
• Environment: Waterproof & Fogproof | Argon/Krypton Purged | CDS-ZL2 Locking / Guard-Ion
• Included: Lens Covers & Lens Cloth | 1 Free Custom Ballistic Dial Included
• Warranty: Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee

When shot placement depends on optical clarity and mechanical repeatability, compromises aren’t acceptable. SMKW delivers verified, field-proven optics backed by industry expertise—secure the VX-4HD and eliminate uncertainty from your system.