Leupold Custom Dial System (CDS) Opinions - Long Range …
Mar 2, 2020 · Messages. 564. Location. Arkansas. Aug 23, 2021. #6. I've ran several CDS turrets on Leupold VX 5s and 6s and they work great for hunting applications. I live at 1000ft asl and generally sight in at temps from 70-90 degrees F. I always ordered my CDS with the correct BC but had it cut at 2500ft and 50 degrees.
Leupold CDS question. - Hunt Talk
Jan 20, 2017 · The CDS dial on the VX freedom is just a regular CDS like all the older model leupold scopes came with. The newer VX3,VX5,VX6 have the CDS-ZL or ZL2 zero lock which is the button you depress to be able to spin your turret.
Choosing an average elevation for my Leupold CDS
Oct 14, 2010 · If I am assuming correctly, the 7K average will do you good for most situations. Based on the bullet/velocity you mentioned, a 2K elevation difference will theoretically yield a 3/4 to 1 minute change at 1000 yds, where a 20 degree temp change will theoretically yield a 1/4 to 1/2 minute change at 1000 yds.
Leupold CDS Dial Mounting Questions - Hunt Talk
Nov 13, 2019 · CDS dials are a comprise as you only have what you set the environmental conditions to. Sighting it in at 300 yards is roughly half of 99.9% of the shots you will get in the field. Do you level the rifle before mounting the scope in the rings? Spin drift isn’t much of a concern at 300 yards.
Leupold VX6HD 4-24 x52 CDS ZL2 vs 3 | Long Range Hunting Forum
Dec 22, 2018 · The 2 only has 2 turret turns vs the 3 that has 3 turns which lets you dial up more elevation. My first inclination was to " get the better one" but speaking with the Leupold rep he stated that the 2 will disl up 900-1000 yds and the 3 will get you to over 1400 yds. Ive shot steel at 1000 yds but wouldnt feel comfortable shooting an animal at ...
Leupold CDS??? - Long Range Hunting Forum
Sep 21, 2012 · Leupold CDS™ models allow you to quickly dial your elevation to different sight-in ranges with a custom adjustment matched to your specific ballistics information. The CDS dials change out easily, allowing you flexibility with different loads, conditions and calibers. Every CDS dial features ¼-MOA click increment finger adjustments and no ...
Leupold CDS - Long Range Hunting Forum
Idaho. Apr 10, 2019. #5. Without a known velocity coming from your barrel I suspect you will have pretty poor results with the CDS. I've seen velocity vary in excess of 100 FPS when comparing chronograph to factory ammo advertised velocities. I would strongly consider investing In a magnetospeed sporter chronograph.
Can anyone explain how zoom affects the CDS dial. | Hunt Talk
Feb 25, 2018 · The CDS system is custom to Leupold and is based on the exact bullet/cartridge you are shooting. Given, elevation, caliber, muzzle velocity, ballistics/drop at 2,3,4,5,6 yards, elevation of scope mounted above the rifle. Leupold builds a "Custom Dial System" based on those particulars for your rifle/caliber.
Leupold VX-3 CDS Scope Vs. Quigley Ford Scope Review
Sep 16, 2011 · Next up was the Leupold VX-3 CDS. The Leupold name and customer service speaks for itself, so I will not go in too much detail about the scope. I ordered it with a custom dial set for a 6.5mm 130gr. Berger VLD at 2900FPS. I mounted the scope on an old custom built 6.5-06 rifle, Remington action with a Hart barrel.
Leupold CDS ? How many MOA? | Long Range Hunting Forum
Dec 23, 2009 · Ive talked to Leupold about sending in my VX-III 4.5-14x40A/O (1 inch tube)to get a B&C reticle, as well as CDS turrets for my 300wby. I like having the close stuff covered w/o having to mess with the scope, but the combo sounds like a dream if I can get enough MOA elevation to make it worth while.