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Questions & Answers
What's the length of the tube? Expert Answer

The total mounting space (length of the 1" tube) measures 5.3".

by Ethan, Gear Expert, August 27, 2025
What Leupold Rings would you recommend for this scope to mount on a Remington Model 788 in 243 caliber? Expert Answer

If your Remington 788 has a picatinny scope base and a sporter profile barrel, I recommend using the high 1" diameter Leupold Rings at the link below to mount the Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope.
https://www.opticsplanet.com/leupold-prw2-riflescope-rings.html?_iv_tube-diameter=1-in&_iv_ring-height=high

by Hunter, Gear Expert, April 4, 2022
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T. C. SMITH by Smitty, Verified Owner, December 21, 2024
This is the best scope I have ever owned. It is crystal clear, the magnification is excellent, and the low light performance is fantastic. I believe that for the price, it can't be beat. And it's made in the good ole USA!
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This is a awesome scope, from the eye relief to the clarity of glasses. I have a burris veracity ph and it almost as clear and almost half the price !!! Optics Planet is the best place to buy it from.
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Leupold>Vortex by Guns4AmericA, November 28, 2022
Owning 4 other Leupold scopes, 3 pairs of Leupold binoculars, Leupold spotting scope, Leupold rangefinder, and Leupold sunglasses, I went against my better judgment and decided to branch out and see what the Vortex buzz was all about. Ordered a viper...
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Leupold VX-3HD by Rickb, Verified Owner, October 13, 2024
Extremely clear glass all the way to the edges. The tracking is spot on. Love the CDS-ZL system! Eye relief distance gets a little critical as you move the magnification up. Really nice optics.
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Great value scope by kiDDgames, Verified Owner, May 30, 2025
The Leupold family of products has consistently met my optics needs. While there are scopes on the market with more advanced features, the VX-3 line offers outstanding performance for the price. These VX-3s give me the confidence to shoot right up to...
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Jus what I need by Happily satisfied, Verified Owner, May 7, 2025
Performs as expected. I chose product after carefully researching several products
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Reticle: CDS-ZL Duplex , Duplex Tube Diameter: 1 inReticle Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP) Illumination Color: None Finish: Matte Color: Black Weight: 16.5 ozAdjustment Click Value: 0.25 MOAAdjustment Type: MOA Illumination Type: Non-Illuminated Condition: New W/E Travel at 100 Yds: 64 MOA

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MPN: 180622

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Product Info for Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP)

The VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm delivers legendary performance and elite optical clarity in an incredibly tough, lightweight package. Its extremely popular magnification range and larger objective lens is perfect for timber and western mountain hunting.image

The VX-3HD delivers outstanding performance in low light. With Leupold's Elite Optical System, the VX-3HD delivers excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a bright image when it matters most, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand. We also gave it match-grade repeatability and ergonomic controls that are easy to read and use, even with gloves. The VX-3HD is the best lightweight, low-light hunting scope in its class. And with its low-profile, one-revolution CDS ZeroLock dial, you can be confident your dial will only move when you want it to. Push the button to unlock it, dial, and then rotate it back to zero to lock it in place. It's that simple.

Everything we put into your VX-3HD is there to help you tag out.

Every CDS model scope comes with a standard MOA or MIL dial right out of the box, so it's not a custom dial yet. To get yours, enter your ballistic information that can usually be found on your ammo box or the manufacturer's website and some of the environmental conditions where you'll be shooting the most, and we will laser-etch a new elevation dial to match. Once you receive the new dial in the mail, swap out the standard MOA or MIL dial, and you're good to go. The Custom Dial System® (CDS) ensures your scope is now perfectly tuned to the ballistics of your rifle.

Fully understanding your ballistics can be intimidating. That's why the Leupold Custom Dial System® (CDS) laser-etches your scope's elevation dial to match your load, velocity, and conditions. All you do is range your target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on. No more holdovers, bullet drop reticles, or ballistic calculators. Just quick, accurate shots every time.

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Specifications for Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP):

Manufacturer: Leupold
Objective Lens Diameter: 50 mm
Magnification: 4.5 - 14 x
Reticle: CDS-ZL Duplex, Duplex
Tube Diameter: 1 in
Reticle Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
Illumination Color: None
Finish: Matte
Field of View, Linear: 7.4 - 19.1 ft at 100 yds
Eye Relief: 3.6 - 4.4 in
Color: Black
Weight: 16.5 oz
Adjustment Click Value: 0.25 MOA
Length: 12.2 in
Adjustment Type: MOA
Parallax: Fixed
Illumination Type: Non-Illuminated
Fabric/Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
Lens Material: Glass
Optical Coating: DiamondCoat 2
Water Resistance Level: Waterproof
Shockproof: Yes
Fogproof: Yes
Package Type: Box
Magnification Type: Variable
Condition: New
W/E Travel at 100 Yds: 64 MOA
Custom Dial Compatible: Yes

Features of Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane - SFP

3:1 Zoom Ratio:

A 3:1 zoom ratio is very common in many scope models. It gives you 3 times more magnification at high power than at low power (model magnification ranges are available in powers of 3x: 1.5-5, 2.5-8, 3-9, 3.5-10, etc.), so you can dial your power down for close encounters or all of the way up for long-range shots.

Custom Dial System:

Leupold's Custom Dial System® (CDS®) gives you the ability to customize your turret (adjustment dial) to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. Once your new custom dial is installed, simply range the target, turn the dial to that number, and aim dead on.

Zero Lock Dial:

The ZeroLock system eliminates accidental dial movement by locking it in place.

HIGH DEFINITION:

High-definition, calcium-fluoride lenses ensure incredible clarity at all magnification levels.

Lockable Eyepiece:

A traditional eyepiece lock ring allows you to lock in a focus setting that is best for your eye.

ELITE OPTICAL SYSTEM:

Leupold’s Elite Optical System offers excellent dawn-to-dusk light transmission for a bright image when it matters most, elite-level glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that diehard hunters and shooters demand.

Scratch Resistant Lenses:

Hardened surface coatings are added to meet extreme military standards in scratch resistance and added lens protection.

REMOVEABLE THROW LEVER:

The removable, low-profile throw lever makes changing magnifications quick and easy. It includes a thread protector plug to use when the lever is removed.

Waterproof, Fogproof, & Shockproof:

Leupold pioneered modern waterproof and fogproof technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks, so the internals of the optics stay moisture free and crystal clear for life.

Package Contents:

  • Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane - SFP
  • Lens Cover

Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP) Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated Duplex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 180622 , MPN: 180622 , UPC: 030317028572 , Code: LU-RS-LEBVT-180622

Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1" Tube, Second Focal Plane (SFP) Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • DEMO, Leupold VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm Rifle Scope, 1 in Tube, Second Focal Plane, Black, Matte, Non-Illuminated Duplex Reticle, MOA Adjustment, 180622 , MPN: 180622-DEMO , Code: LU-RS-LEBVT-180622-DEMO
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