The Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40 Rifle Scope Rimfire MOA is a Leupold rifle scope with 3-9x magnification and a 40 mm objective.
Shooting rimfire is arguably the most fun you'll have with a gun in your hand. So it makes sense to use a dedicated scope to get the most out of the experience. The Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm rimfire scope features a 60-yard focus setting, an extremely popular 3-9 magnification range, and our unique Rimfire MOA reticle that's guaranteed to take your plinking to the next level.
Built around Leupold's Advanced Optical System, the VX-Freedom delivers tried and true light transmission, best in class glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity that recreational sportsmen and sportswomen demand.
The VX-Freedom is 100% waterproof and fogproof, and guaranteed to get the job done every time. And like all Leupold riflescopes, it's designed, machined, and assembled in the USA and guaranteed for life.
How It Compares
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Ideal For
- Hunting at typical woods-to-field distances with 3-9x magnification
- The cartridge or platform the reticle is calibrated for: Rimfire
Key Features
- Magnification: 3-9x
- Objective Lens: 40 mm
- Tube Diameter: 1 in
- Reticle: Rimfire MOA
- Focal Plane: Second Focal Plane (SFP)
- Illuminated Reticle: No
- Elevation Turret: Finger Click
- Click Value: 1/4 MOA
About This Model
- 3:1 Zoom Ratio — A 3:1 zoom ratio is very common in many scope models.
- Advanced Optical System
- Second Focal Plane — In Second Focal Plane (rear focal plane) scopes, the reticle stays the same size while the target grows and shrinks when you adjust the magnification.
- Scratch Resistant Lenses — Hardened surface coatings are added to meet extreme military standards in scratch resistance and added lens protection.
- Lockable Eyepiece — A traditional eyepiece lock ring allows you to lock in a focus setting that is best for your eye.
- Waterproof, Fogproof, & Shockproof
Technical Specifications
Magnification | 3-9x |
Objective Lens | 40 mm |
Tube Diameter | 1 in |
Reticle | Rimfire MOA |
Focal Plane | Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
Illuminated Reticle | No |
Elevation Turret | Finger Click |
Click Value | 1/4 MOA |
Elevation Travel | 60 MOA (17 MIL) |
Windage Travel | 60 MOA |
Adjustment per Revolution | 15 MOA |
Parallax | Fixed, 60 yd |
Field of View @ 100 yd | 33.1-13.6 ft |
Eye Relief | 4.2-3.7 in |
Length | 12.49 in |
Weight | 12.2 oz |
Locking Dial | No |
Motion Sensor Technology | No |
SKU / MPN / UPC | 174181 / 174181 / 030317018740 |
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 (SFP).
Which reticle does it have?
Rimfire MOA.
Is the reticle illuminated?
No.
What size rings does it need?
1 in rings, to match the main tube.
How much eye relief does it give?
4.2-3.7 in.
Is this a genuine Leupold product?
Yes — factory-new Leupold, supplied through US distribution. The part number is 174181 and the barcode is 030317018740.
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.
