The Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10×40 riflescope with CDS-ZL Duplex reticle (part no. 180617) is the balanced, do-everything VX-3HD configuration — a 40mm objective, a 1-inch tube, and a familiar Duplex crosshair on the second focal plane. Leupold pairs Twilight Max light management with a one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial, letting the elevation turret be custom-ordered for your load and locked securely at zero. At 13.5 ounces, this VX-3HD stays light for all-day carry. Among versatile gun scopes for hunting and range practice, this configuration is the balanced middle ground of the VX-3HD line.

Key Specifications

• Magnification ranges from 3.5x to 10x, covering close-to-mid-range shooting scenarios.
• The objective lens measures 40mm, aiding light gathering and image brightness in low light.
• The tube diameter is 1 inch, allowing use with common one-inch rings.
• The field of view at 100 yards is 29 to 11 feet, providing situational awareness across the magnification range.
• Eye relief measures 4.4 inches, comfortable separation between scope and eye.
• The scope weighs 13.5 ounces, helping keep overall rifle weight lower for carry.
• Elevation and windage use a 1/4 MOA click value, supporting precise, repeatable zeroing.
• The scope includes a CDS ZeroLock one-revolution dial, enabling custom ballistic adjustments locked back to zero.
• The reticle is a Duplex, a clear, uncluttered aiming point for general hunting and target work.
• Construction is fog-, shock-, and waterproof, preserving function in field conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a custom CDS dial for this scope? Yes, the CDS ZeroLock dial can be ordered marked in yards for your specific load and locked securely once zeroed.

Is 3.5-10x a versatile range for general hunting? Yes, it covers most close-to-mid-range hunting shots without the bulk of a higher-magnification optic.

Buy the Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10x40mm Duplex

General-purpose hunting rewards a scope that doesn’t overthink the job, and this VX-3HD’s balanced range and dependable reticle do exactly that. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast.