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Bushnell Trophy XLT 3-9x40 - DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle - Black
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SKU: RT3940BS11-029757007148
Overview
Built for hunters who need a practical optic for changing light and weather, this scope combines improved contrast and clarity with fully multi-coated lenses and Rainguard HD to help keep the image usable when conditions turn wet. The DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle is designed for fast, accurate shot placement, with 5 drop points and 5 mph wind hold lines for hunting cartridges out to 500 yards. It also works with the free Bushnell Ballistics App to help match distances to the reticle. This is a straightforward choice for field use where clear visibility and quick holdover references matter.
Why Hunters Choose the Bushnell
Improved Optical
Fully multi-coated lenses
Rainguard Hd
Coating helps keep the image
Excellent Low-light
Performance and resolution
Doa Quick
Ballistic Reticle includes five drop
Reticle Can
The Bushnell Ballistics App
Key Features
- 3-9x40 riflescope with DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle
- Fully multi-coated lenses for improved contrast and clarity
- Rainguard HD coating helps repel water on the lens
- DOA reticle includes 5 drop points and 5 mph wind hold lines
- Reticle is designed for hunting cartridges out to 500 yards
- Compatible with the free Bushnell Ballistics App for distance setup
Best Used For
- Hunters needing clear sight picture in low light and changing weather conditions
- Shooters wanting a reticle with drop points and wind hold lines for hunting cartridges
- Those using typical hunting cartridges and planning shots out to 500 yards
- Field users who want quick distance reference support through the Bushnell Ballistics App
Specifications
| Ballistics App | Bushnell Ballistics App |
|---|---|
| Caliber Compatibility | Any caliber that matches typical hunting cartridges |
| Coating | Rainguard HD coating |
| Drop Points | 5 |
| Effective Range | Out to 500 yards |
| Image Quality | Improved optical performance |
| Lens Coating | Fully multi-coated lenses |
| Low Light Performance | Excellent low-light performance |
| Magnification | 3-9x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 40 mm |
| Reticle | DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle |
| Water Repellency | Repels water on the lens |
| Wind Hold Lines | 5 mph wind hold lines |
Pros
- Improved optical performance boosts contrast and clarity with fully multi-coated lenses.
- Rainguard HD coating helps keep the image clear in rain and water.
- Designed for excellent low-light performance and resolution.
- DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle includes five drop points and five mph wind hold lines.
- Reticle can be matched to typical hunting cartridges out to 500 yards with the Bushnell Ballistics App.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle is built around specific drop points and wind hold lines, so it favors hunters who want a more structured holdover system rather than a simple duplex-style sight picture.
- The reticle is described as usable with hunting cartridges out to 500 yards, which makes it more specialized for that distance range than for close-range-only setups.
- Rainguard HD helps keep the image clear in rain and water, but it does not remove the need for careful lens care and proper mounting in wet conditions.
- The 3-9x40 configuration is a practical all-around hunting format, but it is not intended to replace a higher-magnification optic for shooters who routinely need more reach or finer target detail.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hunting rifle scopes
- Low-light optics
- Ballistic reticle scopes
- Weather-resistant optics
Suggested Accessories
- Scope rings and bases
- Lens covers
- Rifle sling
- Rangefinder
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle provide for hunting use?
The DOA Quick Ballistic Reticle includes 5 drop points and 5 mph wind hold lines. Bushnell says it can be used with any caliber that matches typical hunting cartridges out to 500 yards.
Does this scope have any feature for wet weather conditions?
Yes. The scope uses Rainguard HD coating, which is described as repelling water on the lens to help keep the image clear in rain and water.
What optical features are listed for low-light hunting?
Bushnell states that the Trophy XLT has improved optical performance for better contrast and clarity, along with fully multi-coated lenses and excellent low-light performance and image quality.
Is there a way to match the reticle to specific distances?
Yes. The product description says the free Bushnell Ballistics App can be used to quickly determine exact distances on the reticle.
What magnification and objective size are listed in the product title?
The product title lists it as a 3-9x40 scope.