Leupold VX Fixed Parallax Models and Factory-Set Distances
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This guide covers Leupold VX models with fixed parallax that do not feature manual parallax adjustment. Here you will find a list of specific riflescope models and their factory-set parallax distances, making it easier to compare different models and choose the most suitable option for your intended use.
In Leupold riflescopes that do not feature a manual parallax adjustment („Side Focus“) mechanism, the factory-set fixed parallax distance depends on the intended use of the specific riflescope.
Standard hunting models are factory-set for parallax at 150 yards (~137 m). Specialized Rimfire models use a much closer setting of 60 yards (~55 m), making them better suited for shooting at shorter distances.
1. Models with Fixed Parallax at 150 Yards (~137 m)
These are classic hunting riflescopes designed for typical hunting distances. These models do not feature a separate manual parallax adjustment mechanism.
- VX-3HD 1.5-5x20mm
- VX-3HD 2.5-8x36mm
- VX-3HD 3.5-10x40mm
- VX-3HD 3.5-10x50mm
- VX-3HD 4.5-14x40mm – standard version without the „Side Focus“ feature only
- VX-3HD 4.5-14x50mm – standard version without the „Side Focus“ feature only
- VX-4HD 3-12x50mm
- VX-5HD 1-5x24mm
- VX-5HD 2-10x42mm
- VX-6HD 1-6x24mm
2. Models with Fixed Parallax at 60 Yards (~55 m)
These models are identified by the Rimfire designation in the manufacturer's lineup. They are designed for shooting at shorter distances with .22 LR and similar-caliber firearms, which is why their factory-set parallax distance is significantly shorter than that of standard hunting riflescopes.
- VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm Rimfire
- VX-Freedom 2-7x33mm Rimfire
Note: the VX-3HD, VX-4HD, VX-5HD, and VX-6HD series do not include fixed-parallax Rimfire models. Solutions intended for small-caliber firearms are available in the VX-Freedom Rimfire line or in specialized models with manual parallax adjustment, such as the VX-3HD 6.5-20x40mm EFR.
Shooter's Reference
A fixed-parallax riflescope is optimized for a specific factory-set distance – 150 yards (~137 m) for standard hunting models or 60 yards (~55 m) for Rimfire models.
When shooting at other distances, especially significantly closer to or farther from the factory-set parallax distance, parallax error may occur if the shooter's eye is not precisely aligned with the riflescope's optical axis. To minimize this error, it is important to maintain a consistent head position and keep the eye centered behind the riflescope for every shot.
