Vortex Optics
Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 SFP
Vortex Crossfire HD 3-9x40 SFP
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The Classic Hunting Configuration, Done Right.
The Vortex Crossfire® HD 3-9x40 is the essential general-purpose hunting scope — the magnification range and glass quality that quietly does the job on more rifles, in more hunting camps, than almost anything else in the range.
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Checked against official Vortex Optics product information. Specifications, included accessories, reticle details, and mounting notes are verified before publication. Metric measurements are presented first for South African customers, with original manufacturer figures retained where useful.
40mm objective, SFP
1/4 MOA, 15 MOA per rotation
37.2ft field of view at 3x
318mm (12.5in) length
Product Overview
Whether threading shots through dense timber or dialing in at extended range, the Crossfire® HD 3-9x40 delivers sharper detail and improved light transmission, giving you the confidence to own any hunt. This is the configuration most hunters reach for first — genuinely versatile across bushveld, plains, and general-purpose hunting.
The HD optical system uses select glass elements to deliver genuine resolution, reduced chromatic aberration, and strong colour fidelity. Available with either a non-illuminated V-Plex reticle or an illuminated Dead-Hold 2A BDC reticle, the latter pairing holdover and windage guidance with a floating centre dot for fast target acquisition when seconds matter.
Built on an aircraft-grade aluminium 1-inch tube with a low-glare matte black anodized finish, the 3-9x40 is nitrogen-purged for waterproof, fogproof performance — a genuinely dependable, no-drama hunting scope for the rifle you actually take into the field most often.
Key Features
Select glass elements for genuine resolution and colour fidelity improvement.
The most broadly useful hunting range in the Vortex catalogue.
Floating centre dot with holdover and windage guidance for dawn/dusk use.
97mm (3.8in) across the magnification range, comfortable on hard-recoiling rifles.
Quick, easy reticle focusing.
1/4 MOA adjustment, 15 MOA travel per rotation.
Best Applications
| Bushveld & Close-Cover Hunting | ★★★★★ |
| Plains Game & Open Terrain | ★★★★☆ |
| Dawn/Dusk Low-Light Performance | ★★★☆☆ |
| Long-Range Holdovers & Precision | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Weight & Carry Comfort (Walk-and-Stalk) | ★★★★☆ |
| Dangerous Game Suitability | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Glass Quality & Optical Clarity | ★★★☆☆ |
| Turret Precision & Field Dialing | ★★☆☆☆ |
Which Hunting Rifle Scope Is Right For You?
Compare Vortex Hunting Rifle Scopes
| Model | Tier | Best Suited For | Weight & Length | Noctis Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossfire® HD 2-7x32 SFP | Essential Level | .22 rifles, compact rifles, short-range bushveld | 417g, 284mm | Rimfire Pick |
| Crossfire® HD 3-9x40 SFP | Essential Level | General-purpose hunting, main volume seller | 459g, 318mm | Best Affordable Traditional |
| Crossfire® HD 4-12x44 SFP | Essential Level | Plains game, slightly longer distances | 587g, 340mm | Best Affordable All-Rounder |
| Diamondback® 3.5-10x50 SFP | Mid Tier | Conventional SA hunting, dawn/dusk performance | 439g, 318mm | Bushveld Value Pick |
| Viper® HD 2-10x42 SFP | Premium | Premium bushveld, walk-and-stalk and general hunting | 564g, 307mm | Best Premium Bushveld |
| Viper® HD 3-15x44 SFP | Premium | Bushveld, plains game, longer shots | 610-638g, 335mm | Best Overall Hunting |
| Viper® HD 5-25x50 FFP | Professional | Long-range hunting with accurate holds at every magnification | 709g, 386mm | Professional Long-Range Pick |
| Razor® HD LHT™ 4.5-22x50 FFP | Top Shelf | Premium long-range hunting flagship | 615g, 338mm | Ultimate Long-Range Hunt |
Manufacturer-listed scope weights exclude rings and mounts. Weight may vary slightly between reticle and illuminated/non-illuminated variants.
Reticle & Sight Picture
The Illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC reticle pairs the trusted holdover and windage guidance of Vortex's Dead-Hold BDC design with an illuminated floating centre dot for fast, precise aiming in low light — genuinely useful for the dawn and dusk hours when game moves most.
A non-illuminated V-Plex crosshair option is also available for hunters who prefer a simpler, uncluttered sight picture without holdover marks.
Reticle: Illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC (MOA), or non-illuminated V-Plex | Colour: Red
Technical Specifications & Mounting
| Specification | Crossfire® HD 3-9x40 |
|---|---|
| Optic Type | 3-9x40 SFP Hunting Scope |
| Magnification | 3-9x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40mm |
| Focal Plane | Second Focal Plane (SFP) |
| Reticle | Illuminated Dead-Hold® 2A BDC (MOA), or V-Plex (MOA) |
| Eye Relief | 97mm (3.8in) |
| Field of View | 11.3m-3.8m at 91m (37.2ft-12.4ft at 100yd) |
| Tube Size | 1 inch (25.4mm) |
| Turret Style | Capped |
| Adjustment Graduation | 1/4 MOA |
| Travel Per Rotation | 15 MOA |
| Max Elevation Adjustment | 72 MOA |
| Max Windage Adjustment | 72 MOA |
| Parallax Setting | Fixed at 91m (100yd) |
| Length | 318mm (12.5in) |
| Weight | 459g (16.2oz) |
| Body Material | Aircraft-grade aluminium, single-piece 1in tube |
| Battery (illuminated version) | CR2032 |
Metric-first presentation. Original Vortex values retained where applicable. Never infer missing specifications.
What's Included
Removable, protects objective and ocular lenses when not in use.
For cleaning optical surfaces.
Vortex VIP Warranty
Unlimited. Unconditional. Lifetime.
If a Vortex product becomes damaged or defective, Vortex will repair or replace it at no charge, subject to the official VIP Warranty terms.
No set time limit
Damage or defect covered
Not restricted to the first owner
Assistance through the local dealer or distributor
The warranty excludes loss, theft, deliberate damage, and cosmetic damage that does not affect performance.
Contact Noctis Africa and we will guide you through the applicable local support process.
Why Buy From Noctis Africa?
Our recommendations, specifications and buying advice are written specifically for South African hunters — bushveld, plains game, dangerous game and long-range terrain — not simply copied from overseas catalogues.
Local insight. Practical advice. Trusted equipment.
Need help choosing the right hunting scope?
Speak to the Noctis Africa team for practical advice suited to your quarry, terrain, rifle platform and budget.
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