Leupold VX-Freedom 4-12x40 Riflescope
- Magnification Minimum: 4x
- Magnification Maximum: 12x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 40 mm
- Mounting Type: Dovetail Mount
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A conventional 4-12x hunting scope from an established American optics maker, built to Leupold's usual waterproof and shockproof standards. Worth a look for hunters who want simplicity over tactical features.
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ASIN: B0CT3RMN9MCategory: Rifle Scopes
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Leupold's VX-Freedom 4-12x40mm (model 185336) is a 1 inch tube riflescope with a Hunt-Plex reticle and matte finish, built for hunters who want a straightforward variable-power scope without tactical add-ons.
This is a second focal plane scope, so the Hunt-Plex crosshair holds its size across the whole 4-12x range rather than growing with magnification, which suits hunters who sight in at one power and don't lean on the reticle for ranging. Leupold builds it in the USA with hardened lens coatings meant to resist scratching. No buyer feedback has come in yet on this listing, so treat the durability claims as manufacturer specs rather than field-tested results.
- 4-12x40mm magnification with 1 inch tube
- Hunt-Plex reticle, second focal plane
- Matte finish with hardened lens coatings
- Made and assembled in the USA, waterproof and fogproof
Who it's for
Big game and varmint hunters who want a simple plex reticle at moderate magnification rather than a mil-dot or holdover system. Less suited to shooters who want first focal plane ranging or extreme long-range turret adjustments.
Pros and cons
- Made and assembled in the USA
- Waterproof, fogproof and shockproof
- Hardened, scratch-resistant lens coatings
- Simple Hunt-Plex reticle for hunting
- Second focal plane reticle does not scale for ranging
- No illuminated reticle option
Performance notes
The scope uses Leupold's Advanced Optical System for light transmission and glare reduction, aimed at long glassing sessions in low light. Hardened coatings on the lenses are rated to meet military scratch-resistance standards. Being second focal plane, magnification changes don't affect reticle size, which keeps the Hunt-Plex crosshair consistent at any power but means it isn't built for range estimation via the reticle itself.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
| Item Weight | 0.82 poundslower than 88% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Matte Finish |
| Lens Color | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Dovetail Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 4x |
| Magnification Maximum | 12x |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Riflescope |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Leupold VX-Freedom 4-12x40 first or second focal plane?
It's second focal plane, so the Hunt-Plex reticle stays the same size as you change magnification instead of scaling with the target.
Is this scope waterproof?
Yes. Leupold states it is 100 percent waterproof, fogproof and shockproof.
What tube diameter does the VX-Freedom 4-12x40 use?
It has a 1 inch main tube, which is the standard size for mounting with 1 inch rings.