Bushnell Legend 3-9x40 Illuminated Riflescope
- Magnification Minimum: 3x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
- Mounting Type: Cantilever Mount
- Night vision: No
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ASIN: B0BW3ZWQBPCategory: Rifle Scopes
Overview
The Legend 3-9x40 is an illuminated riflescope with a 40mm objective lens, an etched-glass Multi-X reticle, and 6 illumination brightness settings with off positions between each level. Its aluminum tube is waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen purged.
RainGuard HD coating is aimed at keeping the lens clear in rain, snow, or humidity rather than adding brightness, and the reticle's illuminated center dot is meant for faster target acquisition in low light rather than as a full red-dot replacement. It sits in the budget tier of riflescopes rather than competing with premium optics.
- 3-9x40 magnification and objective configuration
- Etched-glass Multi-X reticle with 6 brightness settings
- RainGuard HD coating for wet weather clarity
- Waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-purged aluminum tube
Who it's for
Suits deer and small game hunters wanting clear, budget-friendly glass for rifles like a .308 or a .22 rimfire. Buyers wanting parallax adjustment or a scope that stays bright at full illumination in daylight may want to look higher in the lineup.
Pros and cons
- Clear glass and sharp image for the price
- Reticle brightness is easy on the eye at low settings
- No parallax adjustment
- Illumination adjustment knob is stiff to turn
- Reticle brightness can be hard to see in direct sunlight
Performance notes
The illumination knob is reported as stiff to turn by at least one buyer, and the reticle's brightness is described as too dim to see clearly in bright sunlight at the top setting, though it works well in woods and low light.
Specifications
| Brand | Bushnell |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
| Item Weight | 0.91 poundslower than 84% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Cantilever Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 3x |
| Night vision | No |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Field Of View | 37.5 feet |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the illuminated reticle visible in daylight?
It works well in low light and woods, but at least one reviewer found the top brightness setting hard to see in bright sun.