The Leupold VX-Freedom Rimfire (174181) is a purpose-built, dedicated rimfire riflescope in matte black finish featuring a 3-9x40mm configuration with a Rimfire MOA reticle, designed specifically for .22 and other rimfire shooters who want legendary Leupold optical quality at an accessible price point.
Key Features
- Part number: 174181
- Magnification range: 3 to 9 power
- Objective lens diameter: 40mm
- Tube diameter: 1 inch
- Finish: matte black
- Reticle: Rimfire MOA, second focal plane
- Fixed parallax setting: 60 yards, optimized for rimfire shooting distances
- Adjustment value per click: 1/4 MOA
- Elevation adjustment range: 60 MOA total
- Windage adjustment range: 60 MOA total
- Adjustment per revolution: 15 MOA
- Turrets: capped finger-click style with resettable index ring
- Eye relief: 3.7 to 4.2 inches
- Field of view at 100 yards: 33.1 feet at 3 power, 13.6 feet at 9 power
- Overall length: 12.49 inches
- Weight: 12.2 ounces
- Lens coating: fully multicoated
- Gas fill: argon purged
- Waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof construction
- Total mounting space: 5.39 inches
- Reticle illumination: none
Special Features
- The Rimfire MOA reticle is specifically engineered for the trajectory characteristics of rimfire ammunition, providing 1 MOA hash marks on the vertical post that allow shooters to hold for varying distances without adjusting turrets, making it a practical tool for plinking, small game, and target shooting at typical rimfire ranges
- The fixed 60-yard parallax setting is calibrated specifically for rimfire shooting distances, eliminating the parallax error that standard centerfire scopes set at 100 or 150 yards introduce when shooting at the closer ranges where rimfire rifles are most commonly used
- Argon gas purging provides waterproof and fogproof performance in all weather conditions, preventing internal fogging during temperature transitions that frequently occur during early morning hunts or cold weather range sessions
- Fully multicoated lenses maximize light transmission across the entire optical system, delivering bright, clear images that hold up well in low light conditions such as dawn and dusk small game hunting
- The resettable index ring on the turrets allows shooters to re-zero the dial to their confirmed zero without tools, simplifying scope setup and return-to-zero after making field adjustments
- At 12.2 ounces, this scope is light enough to keep even lightweight rimfire rifles well balanced without adding unnecessary bulk or changing the rifle's handling characteristics
- Backed by Leupold's lifetime guarantee, this scope is supported by one of the strongest warranty commitments in the optics industry
Practical Benefits
- The Leupold VX-Freedom Rimfire (174181) is an ideal choice for .22 LR shooters, small game hunters, youth shooters, and plinkers who want a purpose-built dedicated rimfire optic that performs reliably and accurately at the distances rimfire ammunition is actually effective
- The Rimfire MOA reticle removes the guesswork from distance holds, giving shooters a practical holdover reference system that works for squirrel hunting, rabbit hunting, and target shooting without requiring turret adjustments in the field
- The 60-yard parallax setting means every shot at typical rimfire distances is parallax-free, delivering the consistent point of impact that shooters expect when the fundamentals are executed properly
- The 3 to 9 power magnification range covers everything from close brush hunting at low power to extended 100-yard rimfire target work at full magnification, making this one scope that handles virtually every rimfire application without compromise
- At 12.2 ounces and 12.49 inches overall, this scope pairs naturally with lightweight bolt-action and semi-automatic rimfire rifles without throwing off balance or adding unnecessary weight for young shooters or those carrying all day in the field
- The matte black finish eliminates glare in hunting situations and complements the appearance of standard rimfire rifles and youth models across all major manufacturers
- Leupold's lifetime guarantee means this scope is a long-term investment that will outlast the rifle it is mounted on, making it a smart addition to any rimfire setup intended for years of regular use
The Leupold VX-Freedom Rimfire (174181) in 3-9x40mm with Rimfire MOA reticle is a dependable option for hunters, youth shooters, and dedicated rimfire enthusiasts who want a purpose-built American optic with genuine field performance and lifetime factory support.
| MANUFACTURER | LEUPOLD |
| TUBE DIAMETER | 1" |