Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm Hunt-Plex Matte Black

Description

The Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm is a compact, purpose-built riflescope designed for hunters and recreational shooters. It pairs a widely used magnification range with a 40mm objective to balance low-light performance and handling on a variety of sporting rifles. The scope uses a second focal plane Hunt-Plex reticle and Leupold’s Twilight Light Management features to reduce glare and improve contrast during dusk and dawn shooting conditions. Construction and sealing deliver waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof performance appropriate for field use.

Key Specifications

• Magnification range is 3-9x for versatile mid-range targeting.
• Objective lens diameter is 40 mm to help with light transmission and image clarity.
• The tube diameter measures 1 inch for standard mounting compatibility.
• The reticle is a Hunt-Plex configured in the second focal plane.
• Focal plane location is Second, keeping reticle subtensions constant across magnification.
• Adjustment increment (click value) is 1/4 MOA for both windage and elevation.
• Weight is approximately 12.2 oz for a lightweight feel on most rifles.
• Field of view at 100 yards is 33.1–13.6 ft across the magnification range.
• Eye relief ranges from 4.2 inches (low mag) to 3.7 inches (high mag).
• Optical proofs include being waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof for reliable outdoor use.

Well-suited for hunters and practical shooters who value proven optics and straightforward features, the VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm delivers dependable performance in a compact package. Its combination of a familiar zoom range, clear optics, and Leupold’s light-management features makes it a practical choice for dawn-to-dusk field work and general sporting use.