The Leupold VX-4HD 3-12x50 Rifle Scope CDS-ZL2 Illuminated SFP FireDot Twilight Hunter is a Leupold rifle scope with 3-12x magnification and a 50 mm objective.
The VX-4HD 3-12x50mm delivers proven Leupold performance for those who demand reliability and simplicity. Whether you're taking aim through the trees or covering wide-open terrain, its versatile 4:1 zoom range is designed to give you total confidence wherever you hunt.
Designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, the VX-4HD bridges the gap between the VX-3HD and VX-5HD, offering exceptional optical performance and competition-grade features at an approachable price point. Designed to perform across real-world hunting conditions, it delivers trusted clarity, dependable precision, and rugged reliability in a lightweight hunting riflescope.
At its core is our Elite Optical System, engineered for superior low-light performance, glare reduction, and edge-to-edge clarity. Whether you're glassing at first light or squeezing the final minutes out of the day, you'll see the advantage.
How It Compares
Also compare the VX-4HD 3-12x40 Rifle Scope CDS-ZL2 Illuminated SFP FireDot Twilight Hunter, VX-4HD 4-16x50 Rifle Scope CDS-ZL2 Side Focus Illuminated SFP FireDot Twilight Hunter and VX-4HD 3-12x50 Rifle Scope CDS-ZL2 Side Focus SFP Duplex. Browse all rifle scopes, the Leupold rifle scopes range and the full Leupold collection. New to this? Read our guide: How to Choose a Hunting Riflescope.
Ideal For
- Hunting at typical woods-to-field distances with 3-12x magnification
- Shooters who want a reticle that stays the same size and easy to see at every magnification
Key Features
- Magnification: 3-12x
- Objective Lens: 50 mm
- Tube Diameter: 30 mm
- Reticle: Illuminated FireDot Twilight Hunter
- Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane
- Elevation Adjustment: CDS-ZL2
- Click Value: 1/4 MOA
- Elevation Travel: 90 MOA (26.2 MIL)
About This Model
- 4:1 Zoom Ratio
- High-Definition Performance — Experience the difference with Leupold's High-Definition lenses, which provide unparalleled clarity, color, and image resolution at all magnification levels.
- CDS-ZL2 Elevation Dial — The CDS-ZL2 (ZeroLock 2) provides two revolutions of elevation adjustment while eliminating accidental dial movement with the push-button ZeroLock 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.
- ZeroLock Dial — The ZeroLock system eliminates accidental dial movement by locking it in place and allows for repeatable returns to zero.
- Integrated Throw Lever — The integrated, low-profile throw lever makes changing magnifications quick and easy.
- 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.
Technical Specifications
Magnification | 3-12x |
Objective Lens | 50 mm |
Tube Diameter | 30 mm |
Reticle | Illuminated FireDot Twilight Hunter |
Focal Plane | Second Focal Plane |
Elevation Adjustment | CDS-ZL2 |
Click Value | 1/4 MOA |
Elevation Travel | 90 MOA (26.2 MIL) |
Windage Travel | 65 MOA |
Adjustment per Revolution | 20 MOA |
Parallax | Fixed, 150 yd |
Field of View @ 100 yd | 33.5-8.4 ft |
Eye Relief | 4.0-3.9 in |
Length | 12.9 in |
Weight | 18.6 oz |
Locking Dial | Yes |
SKU / MPN / UPC | 185455 / 185455 / 030317041571 |
Warranty
Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee
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
Is it first or second focal plane?
Second Focal Plane.
Which reticle does it have?
Illuminated FireDot Twilight Hunter.
What size rings does it need?
30 mm rings, to match the main tube.
How much eye relief does it give?
4.0-3.9 in.
Is this a genuine Leupold product?
Yes — factory-new Leupold, supplied through US distribution. The part number is 185455 and the barcode is 030317041571.
What warranty does it carry?
Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee.
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.
