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Crossfire HD 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC

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In stock with supplierShips from supplier. Online only, not stocked in our Pakenham store
In stock: ships from supplierOnline only, not stocked in our Pakenham store
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Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC

The Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC is built for the hunt and ready for the shot, delivering sharper detail and improved light transmission across varying light conditions. This versatile optic is designed for everything from threading shots through dense timber to dialing in at extended ranges, giving you the confidence to own any hunt. With a 3-9x magnification and a 40 mm objective, you’ll enjoy a bright sight picture, precise aiming, and reliable performance when it matters most.

At the heart of the Crossfire HD is the HD Optical System, optimized with select glass elements to deliver great resolution, reduced chromatic aberration, and outstanding color fidelity. Edge-to-edge sharpness and improved light transmission keep images clear from the first light to the last, so you can distinguish game and terrain textures even in challenging environments. This level of clarity translates to quicker, more confident decisions in the field, helping you maximize opportunities without chasing false positives.

The scope features fully multi-coated lenses to maximize light transmission on every surface. Anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces boost brightness and contrast, yielding great low-light performance during dawn and dusk when deer, elk, and other game are most active. A fast-focus eyepiece complements the optical design, allowing rapid reticle focus so you can reacquire targets quickly without sacrificing precision as your vantage shifts or the light changes.

Durability and rugged reliability are embedded in every component. The Crossfire HD is constructed from aircraft-grade aluminum, machined from a solid block to provide excellent strength and rigidity while keeping weight reasonable. A low-glare matte black anodize suppresses shine and helps camouflage your position in the woods or open terrain. Designed to endure harsh weather, this optic is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ready to stand up to rain, mud, cold, heat, and heavy recoil. This resilience ensures you maintain zero and performance across long seasons and varying conditions.

The Dead-Hold BDC reticle (MOA) is a carefully designed guide for holdover and windage corrections. In the second focal plane, the reticle remains constant in size as you zoom, so your holdover references stay consistent across magnifications. This means you can translate distances and wind changes into reliable shot placements without constantly recalculating ballistics, making it especially helpful when you’re maneuvering across varied terrains or shooting at unpredictable ranges.

Key specifications at a glance include magnification 3-9x, objective lens diameter 40 mm, eye relief 3.8 inches, and a generous field of view ranging from 37.2 feet to 12.4 feet at 100 yards. The 100-yard parallax setting helps you dial in precise accuracy for a broad array of rifle setups, while a capped turret style protects your zero from accidental adjustments. The 1-inch tube is a standard choice for compatibility with a wide range of mounts, and the scope provides up to 72 MOA of elevation and 72 MOA of windage adjustment to cover most hunting scenarios. At 12.5 inches in length and 16.2 ounces in weight, it’s a compact, balanced choice that won’t drastically alter rifle handling or balance.

In practical terms, this combination of optical quality, durable build, and practical reticle translates into a versatile hunting optic you can rely on across a broad spectrum of conditions. The HD Optical System and fully multi-coated lenses ensure you’ll see more detail and more color in low light, helping you detect game earlier and with greater clarity. The Second Focal Plane design keeps the reticle proportions stable as you adjust magnification, simplifying your calculations in the field when time and visibility are limited. And with the Dead-Hold BDC reticle, you gain intuitive holdover and windage references that reduce guesswork and improve shot timing at varying ranges.

Beyond performance, the Crossfire HD is designed with hunters in mind who demand reliability without compromising value. The rugged construction, corrosion-resistant finish, and comprehensive weather sealing give you confidence in the most demanding environments. The combination of bright, sharp imagery and a reticle tailored for real-world hunting makes this optic well-suited for everything from treestand ambushes to open-country stalks and long-range field challenges. You’ll appreciate how quickly you can lock onto your target, hold for drop and wind, and maintain a precise sight picture as the light fades or weather shifts.

Whether you’re outfitting a new rifle or upgrading an existing setup, the Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 Dead Hold BDC offers a compelling blend of optical performance, rugged durability, and hunter-friendly features. It’s designed to deliver clarity, accuracy, and reliability when the stakes are high, and it’s built to withstand the rigors of serious hunting season after season. The thoughtful combination of HD optics, durable construction, and a practical reticle makes this scope a standout choice for shooters who value both precision and value.


Magnification 3-9x
Objective Lens Diameter 40 mm
Focal Plane Second Focal Plane
Reticle Dead-Hold BDC (MOA)
Eye Relief 3.8"
Field of View 37.2' - 12.4' @ 100 yds.
Turret Style Capped
Tube Size 1 inch
Adjustment Graduation 1/4 MOA
Travel Per Rotation 15 MOA
Max Elevation Adjustment 72 MOA
Max Windage Adjustment 72 MOA
Parallax Setting 100 yds.
Length 12.5"
Weight 16.2 oz.


HD Optical System Select glass elements give sharp resolution, cut chromatic aberration, and deliver true colour, edge-to-edge sharpness, and good light transmission.
Fully Multi-Coated Lenses Anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces provide increased light transmission for greater clarity and low-light performance.
Fast-Focus Eyepiece Allows quick and easy reticle focusing.
Aircraft Grade Aluminum Constructed from a solid block of aircraft-grade aluminum for strength and rigidity.
Low-Glare Matte Black Anodize Corrosion and wear resistant anodization provides low-glare matte surface and helps camouflage the shooter's position.
Waterproof Designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
Fogproof Designed to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
Shockproof Designed to withstand the highest levels of recoil and impact.

Shipping policy

Shipping Policy

Here's how shipping works at Hunt The Night. Your exact shipping cost shows at checkout before you pay. If something isn't covered here, call 1300 486 444 or email contact@huntthenight.com.au.

Where we ship

We ship within Australia and to New Zealand. A few products can't be sent to every state. If that applies to your order, checkout won't offer shipping to that address.

Shipping costs: Australia

● Standard, orders under $1,000: $20

● Standard, orders of $1,000 or more: no shipping charge

● Express Post, orders under $2,000: $28

● Express Post, orders of $2,000 or more: no shipping charge

● Bulky items (tripods, gun bags and the like), any order total: $40

● Bulk projectile packs: $100 (Standard only)

Bulky items ship Standard, even if you pick Express Post.

Shipping costs: New Zealand

● Standard: $45

● Bulky items: $60

When will my order ship?

The product page tells you how each item ships: in stock with us, ships from supplier, pre-order, special order or backorder. Pre-orders show when they're due. Special orders show the usual shipping time in business days. Backorders ship when they land with us.

If your order has a pre-order, special order or backorder item in it, the whole order ships together once everything's here.

What can't be shipped?

We can't ship ammunition, primers, safes or anything else marked pickup only. You collect those from our Pakenham store:

Hunt The Night, 1205 Koo Wee Rup Road, Pakenham VIC 3810
Mon to Wed and Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm, Thu 8:30am to 7:30pm, Sat 9am to 3pm, Sun closed.

Firearms

Firearms only go to a licensed dealer, or you pick them up from us with a valid PTA (permit to acquire). To have one shipped, fill in the Dealer to Dealer section on the product page. We contact your dealer and arrange the shipping. Your dealer handles the PTA and the handover to you.

Return postage

● Change of mind: you pay the postage to send it back. Change of mind items are exchanged or swapped for store credit, not refunded.

● Wrong item sent by us: we send you a return label at no cost, and you can ask for a full refund.

● Faulty items are a warranty matter. Use the warranty request form.

● There's no restocking fee.

Please wait for our approval before you post anything back. Start with the Request a Return form. Full return rules are in our Refund Policy.

Refund policy

Returns Policy

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you're not, we're here to help! Please review our return policy below:

Return Eligibility:

● Returns: You may return new, unopened items within 30 days of purchase or delivery for store credit or an exchange for another product, except for the exclusions listed below.

● Change of Mind purchases are not eligible for return, only exchange or store credit.

● Exclusions: Certain items are not eligible for returns AND exchanges, including:

○ Ammunition

○ Primers/Explosives

○ Rifles

○ Clearance items

Return Process:

1. To initiate an online return, please follow the instructions provided on our return request page: Request a Return

2. For in-store returns, please contact Hunt The Night/Pakenham Outdoors directly at 1300 486 444 and select the appropriate option for your return.

3. Condition of Items: Items must be unused, in their original packaging and product tags must be present and in original condition to be eligible for return. If the item is opened or used, it may not be eligible for a refund or exchange. (Conditions are subject to staff discretion)

Return Due to Our Error:

● If the return is a result of our error (e.g., we sent you the wrong item), we will provide you with a return shipping label at no cost to you.

● In this case, you will also have the option to receive a full refund.

Faulty Items:

● A faulty item is a warranty matter, not a return due to our error. We'll help you make a warranty claim with the maker or supplier, for a repair or replacement under warranty. Start with our warranty request form.

● This doesn't change your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. See the Warranty Policy below.

Refunds and Store Credit:

● For eligible returns, we offer either store credit or an exchange for another product.

● Refunds will only be issued at the discretion of staff and/or if the return is due to an error on our part (as mentioned above)

How to Contact Us:

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to our customer service team via our website or call 1300 486 444 for in-store return assistance.

Layby Purchases

Layby purchases must be paid off in full within 8 weeks of paying the deposit. You can pay off the balance in part-payments of any amount, at any time, within those 8 weeks. A 7-day grace period applies after the due date, with no late fees. If you cancel, or the layby is not paid off by the due date (plus the 7-day grace period), we keep the deposit or 20% of the total order value, whichever is more, out of the payments you have already made. We will not seek any further amount, and anything you have paid above that will be refunded.

Warranty Policy

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). 

If a product is returned under a warranty claim and is found to have no fault, the purchaser will be responsible for all associated costs, including inspection, handling, and return postage.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you again!

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