Leupold VX-Freedom Muzzleloader 3-9x40 Riflescope
- Magnification Minimum: 3x
- Magnification Maximum: 9x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
- Mounting Type: Weaver Mount
Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Owners consistently point to clear glass and Leupold's warranty as the reasons they'd buy again, making this a dependable pick for muzzleloader season rather than a scope to second guess.
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ASIN: B078XHS3GPCategory: Rifle Scopes
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Leupold's VX-Freedom Muzzleloader (model 174184) is a 3-9x40 second focal plane riflescope built specifically for muzzleloader ballistics, using the UltimateSlam reticle to help with the steeper trajectory drop of muzzleloader rounds.
It's part of Leupold's Advanced Optical System line, machined and assembled in the USA, and covered by the company's lifetime warranty regardless of original ownership. The 3:1 zoom ratio (3-9x) is a common configuration that lets a hunter dial down for close shots or up for longer ones on the same scope.
- 3-9x40 configuration with 3:1 zoom ratio
- UltimateSlam reticle built for muzzleloader trajectory
- Machined and assembled in the USA
- 100 percent waterproof, fogproof and shockproof
Who it's for
Fits a muzzleloader hunter who wants a US made scope with a reticle matched to that round's trajectory and a warranty that doesn't require proof of purchase. Less relevant to anyone shooting a standard centerfire rifle, since the UltimateSlam reticle is calibrated for muzzleloader ballistics specifically.
Pros and cons
- Transferable lifetime warranty with no proof of purchase required
- Reticle built specifically around muzzleloader trajectory
- Made and assembled in the USA
- One buyer's unit shipped in a plastic bag with no cushioning, raising damage risk in transit
- Second focal plane design means the reticle doesn't scale with magnification
Performance notes
The UltimateSlam reticle is designed around muzzleloader trajectories rather than generic hold over marks, and the Advanced Optical System is built for light transmission and glare reduction in the low light conditions common at dawn and dusk hunts. One long time owner also noted the reticle's small aiming circle mimics an aperture sight picture, something they hadn't seen on other scope brands.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Weaver Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Handgun |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 3x |
| Magnification Maximum | 9x |
| Night vision | No |
| Thread Type | UNC |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Reticle Type | Second Focal Plane |
| Item Type Name | Riflescope |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Leupold VX-Freedom Muzzleloader 174184 designed for?
It's a 3-9x40 scope built around the UltimateSlam reticle, which is calibrated for muzzleloader trajectories rather than standard rifle rounds.
Is this scope first or second focal plane?
Second focal plane, so the reticle size stays constant while the target image grows or shrinks with zoom.