The Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10x50 CDS-ZL Duplex riflescope (180618) is a matte black, 1 inch tube hunting optic that blends a classic 3.5-10x zoom range with a large 50mm objective and a simple Duplex reticle for low light big game hunting. This VX-3HD 3.5-10x50 Duplex scope delivers bright, clear images, a locking CDS-ZL elevation dial, and a durable, lightweight build for all-around rifle use.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 180618
- Magnification range: 3.5-10x variable power
- Objective lens diameter: 50mm
- Main tube: 1 inch aluminum maintube with matte black finish
- Reticle: Duplex reticle in the second focal plane, non-illuminated
- Eye relief: Approximately 4.4 inches at low power and 3.6 inches at high power
- Field of view at 100 yards: About 29.7 feet at 3.5x and 11 feet at 10x
- Parallax: Fixed, parallax-free at 150 yards
- Adjustment graduation: 1/4 MOA finger click windage and elevation
- Elevation adjustment range: Approximately 75 MOA total
- Windage adjustment range: Approximately 60 MOA total
- Elevation dial: CDS-ZL (Custom Dial System ZeroLock) elevation turret with push-button lock
- Overall length: Approximately 12.3 inches
- Weight: About 15.1 ounces
- Construction: Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof housing with Elite Optical System and scratch-resistant exterior lenses
Special Features
- Elite Optical System improves dawn-to-dusk light transmission, glare reduction, and edge-to-edge clarity so you can see animals clearly in low light and harsh sun.
- Classic Duplex reticle uses bold outer posts and a fine center crosshair for quick centering on game without clutter or distraction.
- CDS-ZL elevation dial accepts a custom caliber-specific dial and locks at zero to prevent accidental adjustment while still allowing fast, repeatable dialing for distance.
- Lightweight 1 inch tube and compact length keep hunting rifles balanced and easy to carry over long days on foot.
- Rugged construction and sealed internals protect the scope from shock, water, and internal fogging to maintain performance in varied hunting conditions.
- Set-screw style rezero allows you to confirm zero and then reset your dial markings to the new zero point without tools-intensive work.
Practical Benefits
- The Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10x50 Duplex (180618) fits general purpose big game rifles used from woods edges to open fields where shots can range from close to several hundred yards.
- The 3.5-10x magnification range and wide field of view at low power help you find and track game, while 10x offers enough detail for precise shot placement at longer distances.
- The 50mm objective and Elite Optical System work together to keep your sight picture bright at first and last light, which is when many game animals move most.
- The CDS-ZL dial and simple Duplex reticle let you either dial for distance or hold off with a known zero, giving flexibility for different hunting styles and shot opportunities.
- For hunters wanting a bright, lightweight scope with a proven zoom range, locking elevation dial, and clean Duplex reticle, the Leupold VX-3HD 3.5-10x50 (180618) is a dependable option.
| MANUFACTURER | LEUPOLD |
| TUBE DIAMETER | 1" |