Vortex Triumph HD 3-9x40 Dead-Hold BDC 1/4 MOA 1" Rifle Scope
The Vortex Triumph HD 3–9x40 Dead-Hold BDC 1/4 MOA 1" Rifle Scope is a reliable, no-nonsense hunting optic built for shooters who want clear glass, simple controls, and consistent field performance without unnecessary complexity. Its versatile 3–9x magnification range makes it ideal for everything from close woodland shots to mid-range open-country hunting, while the 40mm objective lens delivers a bright, usable sight picture in low-light conditions. The HD optical system and fully multi-coated lenses enhance sharpness, contrast, and color fidelity, helping you pick out detail when it matters most. The Dead-Hold BDC reticle simplifies holdovers and windage corrections, making it easier to stay accurate at varying distances without constant dialing. Built on a rugged 1-inch tube with capped 1/4 MOA turrets, it’s shockproof, waterproof, and fog-proof for dependable use in harsh environments. Supplied ready for mounting with included rings, it’s a straightforward, field-ready optic backed by Vortex’s lifetime VIP warranty.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The Vortex Triumph HD 3-9x40 Dead-Hold BDC 1/4 MOA 1" Rifle Scope is built for hunters who know that one well‑placed shot can define a season. Featuring impressive HD glass for clear, bright sight pictures and dependable performance in the field, it gives you the confidence to make every opportunity count. The Dead‑Hold BDC reticle allows for straightforward holdovers, helping you stay accurate at varying distances.
With its solid, durable construction, the Triumph HD is designed to handle real hunting conditions without compromise. Supplied with included Hunter Rings, it gets you mounted and field‑ready quickly, so you can zero in and head straight out. Reliable, practical, and ready for the hunt, it’s a scope made for moments that turn into stories.
- Magnification 3–9x
- Objective Lens Diameter 40 mm
- Focal Plane Second Focal Plane
- Reticle Dead-Hold® BDC (MOA)
- Eye Relief 3.9"
- Field of View 39.1' – 12.7' @ 100 yds.
- Turret Style Capped
- Tube Size 1 inch
- Adjustment Graduation 1/4 MOA
- Travel Per Rotation 15 MOA
- Max Elevation Adjustment 55 MOA
- Max Windage Adjustment 55 MOA
- Parallax Setting 100 yds.
- Length 11.8"
- Weight 16.5 oz.
- Included 1" Hunter Rings (low height) for quick, straightforward mounting straight out of the box
- HD Optical System delivering exceptional resolution, reduced chromatic aberration, accurate colour fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness and excellent light transmission
- Fully multi-coated lenses with anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces for enhanced clarity and improved low-light performance
- Fast-focus eyepiece for quick and easy reticle adjustment
- Aircraft-grade aluminium construction, machined from a solid block for strength and rigidity
- Low-glare matte black anodised finish for corrosion resistance and reduced visual signature
- Waterproof design to withstand harsh weather conditions
- Fogproof performance across a wide temperature range
- Shockproof construction built to handle heavy recoil and impact

- Triumphâ„¢ HD 3-9x40
- 1" Hunter Rings - Low Height
- Custom Turret Tool
- Neoprene Cover
- Lens Cloth
- Torx® T-25 Wrench
1. What is the Vortex Triumph HD 3–9x40 best used for?
It’s designed primarily for hunting, offering a practical magnification range for deer, small game, and general field shooting.
2. What does the 3–9x magnification mean?
You can zoom from 3x for wide field-of-view close shots up to 9x for clearer mid-range target identification.
3. What is the Dead-Hold BDC reticle?
It’s a bullet drop compensating reticle that helps you estimate holdover at different distances without dialing turret adjustments.
4. Is it good in low light?
Yes, the 40mm objective lens and HD coatings help improve brightness at dawn and dusk.
5. Is this scope beginner-friendly?
Yes, its capped turrets and simple BDC reticle make it very easy to use without advanced adjustments.
6. What type of mounting system does it use?
It uses a standard 1-inch tube, compatible with common rifle rings, and often comes with mounting rings included.
7. Is it durable enough for recoil?
Yes, it is built to be shockproof, waterproof, and fog-proof for real hunting conditions.
8. Does it require battery power?
No, this model uses a non-illuminated reticle and does not require batteries.
9. Is it suitable for long-range shooting?
It works best at short to mid-range distances; it is not intended for extreme long-range precision shooting.
10. Does it come with a warranty?
Yes, it is covered by Vortex’s unconditional lifetime VIP warranty.
- Vortex VIP Lifetime Warranty
Tactical Scope Shipping Policy
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