Leupold VX3 4.5-14x40 CDS Side Focus 30mm Rifle Scope
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- This Leupold Custom Dial System (CDS) is a new idea that gives you an elevation dial tailored to your ammunition load and rifle specs. Once you purchase a Leupold CDS scope you can provide the required information to Leupold and they will send you a custom CDS dial free of charge. The scope reviewed is the Leupold VX3 4.5-14x40 CDS Side Focus 30mm model and like all Leupold products, they are rugged and reliable. This scope retails for under $1000 here in Australia and are imported by NIOA: www.nioa.com.au
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This is going on my sako s20 build! Thanks for the review.
This is a good scope for Sambar Hunting. You can dial it for a long-range shot across a gully but it doesn't have long tactical target knobs that will risk getting moved when you are stalking through a tight bush. It's also relatively light so it won't unbalance a lightish stalking rifle.
Where it would not be good is when your hunts change extreme elevation from location to location because the CDS system is only suitable for the altitude the turret cap was calibrated for. Plus or minus 3-4 thousand feet.
I have this scope, and it's outstanding.
I have taken three deer using it on top of my Ruger .30-06.
Just picked up today for my Remington 700 in 308 win. Cant wait for dial to come in, nice review.
I just mounted a vx-5hd 3-15x44 cds zl Plex onto my new Sako 85 Finnlight 270 win. Looking forward to setting it up
Super clear, i love it Mate but i had a little bit different,my is 4,5.-14x50 , i really like it, this is my first Leupold , i think from now i go with it, my Diamond back is good too but it’s for my .22Mag.. this is for my 22-250... My next for Tikka 308 super light,,,, may need another long range scope... i never shoot anything over 150 yards... but this time i will find some place to try shoot long range like your
Really great video mate. Appreciate you clarifying the CDS setup and what is required by Leupold to get your custom Turret, for your specific rifle. Cheers from Mandurah, Western Australia.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed the review
Absolutely mate. You definitely did a wonderful job at reviewing this incredible optic! You explained it so well - that I found myself, finally pulling the trigger, and purchasing me a couple of the Leupold VX3 4.5-14x40 CDS Rifle Scopes. I bought one for my ALEXANDER ARMS 6.5 Grendel, and another Leupold, for my CHRISTENSEN ARMS Ridgeline Range. Leupold's Optics are absolutely a wicked beaut, they're absolutely top-notch. In regards to the quality of glass, and the complete craftsmanship, it rarely gets any better, especially at this price point. The glass is incredibly clear and clean. No haze, the edges are totally void of any shadows, and the coating of each lens, obviously brings out incredible brightness and clarity. The idea of the CDS feature, was absolutely genius. THIS OPTIC IS TRULY AMAZING! Another huge bonus is the Lifetime Warranty. The overall quality of this optic would easily cost, 2-3 times, what I actually paid! Plus, the light transmission is far superior to other, much more expensive optics, that I generally used on a regular basis. This is definitely, one HELL of an AWESOME RIFLE SCOPE, THAT I WOULD CERTAINLY RECOMMEND, EVEN TO MY ENEMIES!!!
put one on my Carl Gustaf 270 Win, very good scope.
So how about a full length sako 85 review
Well I wend down to get this for my new 30-06 and I walked out with the Leupold VX1 4-13 x40 LR Duplex
Being told this would be a better option for hunting within the 50 to 200 meters.
Though I cant seem to find any info on zeroing it, its not in the manual !!!
IT has a dial system like the VX6 but I cant seem to work it out haha.
Good times
You zero it like every other scope. Shoot groups and adjust POI to match POA.
That's a fine scope you have there, although there are a few things to consider. In this price range you can get a range finding scope like one offered from Burris or Bushnell with automatic hold over. I just find that option much more convenient as you can program the ballistics info at home on a computer...rather than needing a CDS though Leupold for every caliber/circumstance. Just my 2 cents.
+ironDsteele that's great if you want a 26oz scope on your gun.
Weight is not a variable for me, but everyone is different.
Also,the scope you're talking about, The Eliminator by Burris, costs several thousands.
This excellent Leupold can be gotten for just under a grand still.
Can I clarify that you only need email NIOA here in Aust with the details and they arrange the CDS for your scope and load etc free of charge
one more question lol.
Where did you get your resetting target haha
Leupold sent you a turret that starts at 200 yards. because you sighted in the scope there. What if you want to shoot 75 or 100 yards? In America I think this is a 170703
Lee hamrick , if you sight in at 200yds - most big game rifles will impact target no more than an 1 1/2" high, even at shorter distances such as 50-75 yds, in fact at 50 you will actually hit about a 1/2" low. Hope this helps.
I just purchased the VX-3i in 4.5-14x40 mm with CDS & wind plex, this makes my 15th Leupold with CDS & NEVER had a problem with the system.
You can also sight in your rifle at 75 yards or whatever you choose I would assume and go from there. I could be wrong on ranges too close though where the bullet hasn't reaches its apex.
Always enjoy your videos. No bullshit and to the point. Good shooting too. How close to POA was you POI at 600?
Better to just leave the MOA dial on it that it comes with and use a ballistics calculator, youre not always going to shoot at the same altitude, same temperature, or same angle, plus youre stuck with that one load
True, hence why I now have the Leupold RX-1200i TBR range finder :)
Can they customise the CDS to reloads as well? or just factory loads? How much dose it cost? Did you have to pay postage? Can you get more than one dial ie. one for hunting loads one for target loads?
Thanks.
1dlesniper yes, you enter the same information but now it would be your reload info. 6 years later I’m sure you’ve already found out haha
Hi mate great review. Quick question... the elevation turret sounded like it stopped (bottomed out) when you dialled up to 600? does it have a mechanical stop or Zero stop? cheers
How can I order from Turkey I live in Turkey
Hi great video. I am looking at one for my new browning xbolt. Its a 280AI 26 inch 1@8 barrel. Would the top turret be easy to turn? Like if a limb catchs it?
I will be putting one on my 260 shooting 120 gmx bullet. Not sure what temp to use I hunt in 40 F to 100 F in California .
+SavageHmr I'd just go for the average
Is 600 yds the biggest cap? If i got a mil dot crosshair And turn it too 600. Then could shoot out to 800 yard by using the mil dot crosshair? This type of scope is new too me.
Where were they hitting the target at distance?
if the original turret on the scope has a 2x rotation with zero lock will the new CDS turret also have 2x rotations or does it go to single rotation as thats all that is needed for the ranges. OR do they just keep going with numbers say upto 900 yards etc
Didn't know there to ask but can you look at doing a review about a vortex crossfire 2 v-brite I really can't find any info thank you. Keep up the great reviews !!
I have a Vortex Crossfire 2 on my Sako Kodiak .375. I highly recomend it. The price is very affordable, better than Leupold and the reliability is excellant. The V-brite option is great with a brightness dial where you can increase or decrease the brightness of the reticle to suit the light conditions.
Yeh mate I just put on on my 7615 so impressed by it and eye relief is endless !!!
Callan Hughes
Thats great, it won't disapoint you. And yeah the eye relief is like nothing else so forgiving for fast shooting, I have the 1-4 x 24mm for scrub shooting, I can't fault it.
Hey I got it in 3x9x50 it's like a red dot with magnification and radicals. Awesome scope best so fare for price.
How those Crossfire II's holding up 7 years later?
Great Review Im sold....
Hi Ozzie. Is it a bit overboard to install a CDS scope with a view to customising dials for .22LR in different velocities, projectile weights etc? (I might duplicate this question for your next Q&A on Patreon if that's easier)
Hawke make an excellent scope that is calibrated for .22LR and it shows horizontal holds for different distances out to 200 yards.. You can get one for either sub sonic and HIVi. They also do another for .17HMR
Is 600 that max you can on those special dials can you ask for more?
Hi mate, good review thank you. Minor correction though, the tube diameter is one inch not 30mm. When I saw this I almost had a heart attack thinking I got wrong rings. I just checked leupold website. Thx and keep up the good work
No mate this is definitely the 30mm tube version. Product ID as I said in the intro is 115240 www.leupold.com/hunting-shooting/scopes/vx-3-riflescopes/vx-3-4-5-14x40mm-30mm-side-focus-cds/
scope 115240? I can't that scope listed with Leupold are you sure that's the number on the end of the box?
Yes but they now have the VX3i and this one is no longer made...
Why did you sight in at 200 yards not 100 yards?
Is it because there is barely any difference between the bullet drop at 100 yards compared to 200 yards with a 308 round?
+ed larritt So I had more adjustment on the CDS system and because I have it on a long range setup
thanks
So as long as you use the same bullet weight, same load, same altitude and same temperature........you should be very accurate.......it's sounds a bit gimmicky and a waste of time.
Is why wherever you go, you sight in at your hunting area and make sure your zero is good there and not at some range half way across the country with some other amunition you may have used at the range. It amazes me every year, how many hunters miss or worse! wound an animal simply because they don't take the time to sight in thier rifle at the location they are hunting at. I suppose I shouldn't be amazed at all, taking into consideration how many really could care less these days. But yeah cds seems gimmicky. BUt then again. you don't have to use the cds and simply use the scope like you would all others.
Rather have the cds than a dead old bdc sight. Those are gimmicky
Tony M I have never heard of nor have I ever seen anyone sighting in before a hunt. Interesting notion.
as always, nice review. will this system work with a boone and Crockett reticle?
I don't believe so as having the B&C reticle kind of defeats the purpose of the CDS... but I could be wrong. Leopold don't offer it on any of their VX3i CDS scopes.
Yes, you're right. Wouldn't make to much sense. Thanks for the reply anyway😃
sure no problem
Ordered one yesterday. Already had the scope but not in cds. If i may ask a question. Most of my hunting is in the mountains so should i give them the altitude of my hunting place or just my home at bottom of mountain. Of just in between? Did you just give them the altitude of the range you tested the scope on? And also did you just give an average temp of the farm u tested it
Yes, I gave them the averages for the farm as it's where I'm using it, so if you're using yours specifically for hunting in high altitude, I'd be passing on that information to them...
+ozziereviews Thanks mate yep mostly higher alt. Ill work out a happy medium between ground level and the tops. Doing the fedral vital shoks aussie market ammo the 130 g speer hollow points as i also make my own thats pretty close too those factorys. Great ammo hits fast and when put into the vital zone it has excellent knock down power.
take a look at OSA's ammo as they have their 308 loaded with Sierra 135gr game kings. They shoot very well too
G'day mate, how did you go with the happy medium did you find the accuracy was on point at different altitudes or did it suffer? Interested in one i have the same problem i hunt pigs to sambar so i'm curious to see how you went before picking one up.
Cheers Johnny.
Why sight it so high at 200 and not 100 where does bullet strike shooting under 200 say 120 yards
200 yds is a good compromise for western hunting. It is known that you will be sighting in at 1.5" to 2" high at 100 yds to attain a 200 yard zero. So if you shoot at 75 to 150 yds just hold dead on your target and it will impact within a 2" radius of that point of aim. This is plenty close enough for big game. If your trying to shoot the head off a ground squirrel for some reason then you might want to hold on his chin.
What if you wanted to shoot at 100 yards or 50 if while hunting an animal cane into your sights . Can it be adjusted to below 200 yards ?
Just hold a little low on target
Hold low at 100, dead on at 200 and hairline at 300 “hair not air’”
Hi, great review!
I'm in the market for a scope for my 30-06 and was leaning towards this scope. the CDS feature is a massive selling point and i think it is a brilliant idea. If you dont mind me asking, was it expensive to have that dial made to your specifications?
keep up the great work mate!
+Brad Page It's free Brad!
+ozziereviews that is an incredible selling point for leupold!
Yep :)
I purchased a VX3 and im on the leupold website having a look around and when i put in my details and select cds it is charging a minimum of $70 all the way up to $316.
how did you get yours for free?
Really? I got mine for free, and at the time I was told 1 CDS dial for free, anymore you would have to pay...
oops typeO on there the Leupold VX1 4-12x40 LR
Great review, is it worth the money for the side focus?
Always. Without parallax adjustment you'll never be truly precise.
@@silvermediastudio What is the lowest focus range of the side focus?
@@pcwgr I don't own this scope. Suggest you check the Leupold website.
Yes it is i have it and u get better focus as u can manually adjusted
Hey Mate,
Just wondering what number you used to get in contact with the Leupold custom shop for the cds dial? Tried calling the 1800 LEUPOLD number on the box but the number won't connect. have you had trouble getting through?
Thanks
Jacob
I got mine through NIOA here in Australia, they ordered it from the USA for me...
No worries. thanks
Hi,
is the focus settable from 10 yards to infinity?
Thansk,
Vincenzo
I believe that Leupold has all of that info on their website. If not, check websites that sell it. Hope this helps if you're still interested. Most scopes focus down to either 25 or 50 yards, but I don't know about this specific scope.
75 to Infinity for this scope.
If you want to get down to 25 with a side focus/parallax adjustment, it's looking like the 3-9x is the better option.
would you prefer this over the 50mm? im torn
Why, just go for the one that suits you Justin... I like compact scopes and this once was suitable for my needs.
How do I figure the feet per second on a particular round such as a 300 win mag fed 180 grain
Chronograph or radar
On the box
I am just learning about these things and wonder what do you do when you want to shoot out to 700-800 and the dial only goes to 600 yds?
You get a scope that offers larger adjustment of elevation and then it'll be able to handle the CDS dial with greater adjustments if that makes sense?
First I want to say thanks for the quick response and to say I enjoy your videos. FYI - my grandmother was born in Australia in a covered wagon during the gold rush and I am sure I have relatives there but have no idea who they may be, sadly so. I do know a relative was a botanist for the Queen's garden (probably around 1900) and has a scholarship in his name - Cronin :-)
I am having a Ruger Precision Gen 2 in .308 delivered next week and I am researching on what scope to get for it. I am looking at the Leupold vx31 - 4.5-14x50 Duplex Reticle being it looks like it may do well with the rifle and the price of $459 but I am not purchasing until I know I am getting the right scope. Again I am a rookie with scopes. My range has steel out to 500yds and there is a new part they put in out to 850yds which I would like to try at some point. Do you think I would do well with this scope or do you suggest another scope? Thanks
I may answer my own question but the vx3i 6.5-20x50 has 77 MOA of adjustment and that and the 20X would get out to 800 yds or more. Is that correct? If I would get the 6.5-20x50 30mm can you suggest what rings I will need to for the Ruger Precision?
I'd recommend using a ballistic calculator (Hornady have one on their website for free) and put in the calibre you're going to use and the distance you wish to shoot, then you can see the total MOA adjustment required for the various distances. As for rings on the Ruger Precision, you'll want extra-high most likely in order to give you the correct height for your sight alignment and objective clearance on your scope, so have a look at these to go with your 30mm Leupold www.nioa.com.au/products/view/LE57555
Kin Folk Also going with some of Bushnell Elite tactical series, you get a great optic, with real nice target turrets. They are great scopes. Also looking at Leupolds LRP line as well. You want the tactical turrets for the type of shooting your looking at. Not saying the others won't work, but these are more geared towards the Hunter. Really take your time and research what you would buy.
In all honesty, I'd stay away from the CDS turrets, for that kind of shooting. Because eventually, for lrp shooting. You will want to try different rounds, or hand loading. And you don't have to worry about a target getting a whif of ya, and bolting to the next county. Stick with using mils or moa reticles and turrets matching. If you don't understand them right now. Do some reading, or some good videos on here will give you the just of it.
Also, you can start out with a good cellphone app. Strelok pro is what I use and it is stunningly accurate. And a cheap wind gauge to start with might help you out too. Plus learning to read mirage, and other stuff. Once you get dialled in on what round your using. Get a 10 shot average of your velocities. Know your environmental data. Strelok will do this for you on the pro version. Start shooting. And have fun! The wind will be the tricky part.
But as long as you got your shooting fundamental's down, you'll learn that too. And it's a blast. First time I heard the delayed ring of a 1000 yard gong. It was very fun. And then ya gotta go for 1200 yards and on and on.
Very addictive and pricey. But a great hobby. Cheers
I guess you had to re-zero your scope since it was off of the fire.
How can I get a CDS.... please give me advice thanks
Contact NIOA in Australia or Leupold if in the USA
What country are you? I deal with this scope in Canada through Prophet River Firearms and you first order the cds scope and then you either give us or Leupold your load data information and then a month later or so they send the new elevation dial specially made for you.
I bought one of these scopes , and after putting on my rifle I found that it was so blurry zoomed above ten power , that I could not even see the bullseye on a target at 100 yards ,,, I took it off my rifle and bought a bushnell and have never looked back ,, I will never buy another Leupold
Wich model do you have? I have this one VX-3i 4.5-14x40mm Side Focus and I can shoot a quarter size bulls eyes with my american ruger in .308 in 100 yards I put 2 shoots almost touching each other it is pretty clear for me maybe u need to adjust something on the scope or it came it defected
@@SuAmigoElilegal I bought that same scope without side focus and that was my mistake, never again will I buy any scope over 10 X without side focus
@@SuAmigoElilegal yes that side focus is the key to scopes with above 10 X I have many old leopold scopes that are great scopes,with adjustable focus ,, and I love them , but this scope I took back and showed the store owner and ask them to send it back and they said they was nothing wrong with it ,,so I sold it.
@@bobbygreen2291 well I'm glad I got mines with side focus . Honestly I dint
knew it will make such different but it doest ,is like putting a nice set of glasses when u cannot see far away it brings a clean picture. Anyways happy hollydays my friend and enjoy the hobby 👍👍
How do I get the custom turret
Please reply
As I said at 3:55min - I provided the required details to Leupold and they send you the CDS dial.
Go to leupold.com in the custom shop section or contact customer service.
If you can't figure it out from the video and website, maybe guns aren't a good idea either.
Nice video mate, however, the problem is CDS system is can not be reliable for real life hunting conditions, you are perfectly aware of geography and weather when you are shooting in your farm (angels of the shots you take, weather, elevation, humidity,...).
For example if you try to shoot at a heart and lung area of any animal downhill in a steep angle you can easily see how CDS will fail on you.(same goes for uphill too.) The key thing in a successful hunt is to know your rifle,your load , your scope and shoot within point of blank of your rifle`s caliber.
Mohamad Karimi His range finder compensates for up-down hill shooting and will give the actual range he should be shooting when at sat 35 degrees down hill. As for weather, as long as it's close enough, it will put the bullet within a 6" kill zone on a deer.
Thank you so much for your enlightenment on bullet trajectories, none of us were ever aware that uphill or downhill made a difference. We all thought gravity was a myth.I will ask the "angels of the shots" for their advice next time.
A lot of shooters/hunters don't realise that for an uphill shot you have to compensate by shooting lower.
True, and the same goes for downhill as well. Gravity works the same on a projectile regardless of shooting up/down.
joblo1978 you’re wrong gravity is the same on all rifles/calibers.