The Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 2-12x42mm riflescope with the illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle (part no. 183836) gives hunters a wide 6:1 zoom ratio built around the Professional-Grade Optical System, covering close brush shots and mid-range field work in one optic. Leupold pairs the second-focal-plane FireDot Duplex with Guard-Ion lens coating that sheds water, dirt, and fingerprints, and an electronic reticle level combined with Motion Sensor Technology helps manage battery life automatically. At 21 ounces the scope stays balanced for extended carry. Among wide-zoom gun scopes for hunting and field use, this VX-6HD Gen 2 configuration favors versatility.

Key Specifications

• The magnification range is 2-12x, flexible for close to mid-range hunting and general field work.
• The tube diameter is 30mm, giving extended internal adjustment range and structural rigidity.
• The scope weighs 21 ounces, keeping it balanced for extended carry.
• The reticle is the FireDot Duplex, combining a classic duplex layout with an illuminated aiming point.
• The field of view at 100 yards spans 9.6 to 56.5 feet, aiding acquisition across magnification.
• Illumination is powered by a CR-2032 battery, compact and widely available.
• The adjustment increment is 1/4 MOA, supporting precise, repeatable sighting adjustments.
• The focal plane is second, so reticle subtensions remain constant throughout magnification changes.
• The scope features Guard-Ion lens coating, shedding water, dirt, and fingerprints for a clearer sight picture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the electronic reticle level do? It helps a shooter confirm the rifle is held level before a long shot, reducing cant-induced error at distance.

Is 2-12x a good all-around hunting range? Yes, it covers close brush shots at the low end and mid-range field shots at the high end without needing to switch optics.

Buy the Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 2-12x42mm

Brush country and open field edges call for different tools, and this VX-6HD Gen 2’s wide zoom ratio handles both without asking you to compromise. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast, fully insured.