The Leupold Freedom RDS Red Dot Sight for Muzzleloaders is a Leupold red dot sight.
Several states across the Midwest and West* now allow 1x optics for muzzleloader seasons. The FreedomRDS Muzzleloader CDS provides the precision and accuracy you need to maximize the capabilities of today's modern muzzleloaders. Featuring a precise 1 MOA red dot reticle, riflescope-like ¼ MOA click adjustments and Leupold's legendary Custom Dial System (CDS) the Freedom RDS Muzzleloader CDS gets you dead on target every time. This unique combination of ¼ MOA adjustments with a 1 MOA dot greatly improves long-range accuracy, making the Freedom RDS the most precise red dot on the market. Totally dominate your muzzleloader season with more accuracy, more confidence, and greater impact where it matters most.
* Hunting regulations are always subject to change. It is essential to consult state-specific hunting guidelines before your hunt.
All red dots are not created equal. This true 1x optic delivers a wide, ultra-crisp field of view for fast target acquisition in any environment. The Freedom RDS Muzzleloader CDS is also eligible for one free Custom Dial System (CDS) elevation dial, tailored to your specific load, muzzle velocity, hunting elevation and temperature. With the CDS, simply range your target, dial the distance and take the shot. No calculations, no guesswork. And like every Leupold optic, it's designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and backed by our Full Lifetime Guarantee. If it ever fails then we'll repair or replace it, no questions asked, no matter who owns it. The Freedom RDS isn't just a red dot. It's a rugged, purpose-built aiming solution for muzzleloaders, engineered to outperform in all conditions. For more information about the Custom Dial System call 1-800-LEUPOLD or visit CDS ballistic Dials.
How It Compares
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Ideal For
- Fast, both-eyes-open target acquisition
- Carbines, shotguns and rifles that need a rugged, simple dot
Key Features
- Reticle: 1 MOA Dot
- Magnification: 1x
- Battery: CR2032
- Battery Life (Medium): 1000 hours
- Brightness Settings: 8
- Click Value: 1/4 MOA
- Elevation Travel: 80 MOA
About This Model
- Professional-Grade Red Dot Optical System
- 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.
- Zero Stop — The ZeroStop system creates a backstop when returning the dial back to zero, so you don't accidently turn the dial a full revolution in the wrong direction.
- Illuminated Reticle — This scope comes with an illuminated reticle, which creates a visible aiming point for greater accuracy in low-light conditions.
- Motion Sensor Technology (MST) — Motion Sensor Technology (MST) extends battery life by automatically deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and then reactivates instantly as soon as movement is detected.
- Waterproof, Fogproof, & Shockproof
Technical Specifications
Reticle | 1 MOA Dot |
Magnification | 1x |
Battery | CR2032 |
Battery Life (Medium) | 1000 hours |
Brightness Settings | 8 |
Click Value | 1/4 MOA |
Elevation Travel | 80 MOA |
Length | 5.43 in |
Weight | 6.9 oz |
SKU / MPN / UPC | 186280 / 186280 / 030317045531 |
Warranty
Leupold electronics warranty — see Leupold's warranty terms for coverage on electronic components
US Shipping & Support
Shipped from D&R Sports Center in the USA with fast, tracked delivery. Questions on fit, mounting or which model suits your setup? Our team is glad to help before and after your purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which reticle does it have?
1 MOA Dot.
What battery does it take?
CR2032.
Is this a genuine Leupold product?
Yes — factory-new Leupold, supplied through US distribution. The part number is 186280 and the barcode is 030317045531.
What warranty does it carry?
Leupold electronics warranty — see Leupold's warranty terms for coverage on electronic components.
Can you help me choose between models?
Yes. Tell us your rifle, the distances you shoot and the light you hunt in, and we will point you to the right option in this range before you order.
