The Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm riflescope with the CDS-ZL Wind-Plex reticle (part no. 180623) adds wind-hold references to the classic Duplex layout, giving hunters and mid-range precision shooters a practical edge without a cluttered reticle. Leupold pairs the reticle with a CDS ZeroLock elevation dial that can be custom-ordered to your load, and side-focus parallax corrects for distance without reaching to the objective bell. The 30mm tube adds elevation travel over standard 1-inch scopes, and at 16 ounces the whole package stays field-ready. Among wind-hold gun scopes for timber and mountain hunting, this VX-3HD configuration is built for practical field corrections.

Key Specifications

• The magnification ranges from 4.5x to 14x, flexible for close to mid-range engagements.
• The objective lens measures 40mm, improving light gathering in dim conditions.
• The main tube is 30mm, offering additional elevation and windage travel.
• The reticle is Wind-Plex on the second focal plane, providing simple wind-hold references at standard magnification.
• Eye relief measures 3.6 inches, comfortable and safe.
• Adjustment clicks measure 1/4 MOA, enabling precise zeroing and fine corrections.
• The scope features side-focus parallax adjustment, correcting focus at varying distances.
• The scope weighs 16 ounces, a lightweight balance for many rifle platforms.
• The finish is matte black, reducing glare and providing durability in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Wind-Plex reticle add over a standard Duplex? Simple wind-hold reference points at the reticle’s set magnification, useful for practical field corrections without a full ballistic reticle’s complexity.

What is CDS-ZL? Leupold’s Custom Dial System with ZeroLock, letting you order a turret marked in yards for your specific load and lock it securely at zero.

Buy the Leupold VX-3HD Wind-Plex Scope

Timber and mountain hunts reward practical corrections over complex math, and the Wind-Plex reticle gives exactly that at a weight built for all-day carry. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast.