The Bushnell R3 3-9x40 Drop Zone .22 LR Rimfire Riflescope is purpose-built for rimfire shooters who want a practical, versatile optic for the range, target shooting and small-game hunting. Its proven 3-9x magnification range provides a wide field of view at lower power while giving you the additional magnification needed for more precise shots at longer rimfire distances. A 40mm objective balances light-gathering capability with a streamlined profile that pairs naturally with a wide range of .22 LR rifles.
At the heart of the R3 is Bushnell's Drop Zone .22 LR reticle, developed specifically with rimfire shooting in mind. The reticle provides holdover references that help the shooter compensate for the trajectory of a .22 LR round at increasing distances, making it especially useful when moving between targets or shooting beyond a traditional close-range zero. Bushnell's fully multi-coated optics are designed to provide a bright, clear sight picture with good contrast across changing outdoor light conditions.
Functional Highlights
- Versatile 3-9x Magnification: A classic magnification range that works equally well for close-range rimfire shooting and more precise aiming at extended .22 LR distances.
- Drop Zone .22 LR Reticle: Purpose-designed holdover references help account for the trajectory of the .22 LR cartridge, giving rimfire shooters useful aiming points beyond their primary zero.
- 40mm Objective Lens: Provides a useful balance of light transmission, field performance and manageable overall size for a rimfire rifle.
- Fully Multi-Coated Optics: Multiple layers of lens coating help improve light transmission, clarity and contrast for a clean sight picture in varying outdoor conditions.
- Built for Real Outdoor Use: Designed to handle changing weather and field conditions, making the R3 a practical choice for range sessions, small-game hunting and everyday rimfire use.
A Purpose-Built Optic for Your .22 LR
A rimfire rifle doesn't necessarily need the same optic as a centrefire hunting rifle. The Bushnell R3 takes that into account by combining an easy-to-use 3-9x40 configuration with a reticle developed around the characteristics of the .22 LR cartridge. The result is a straightforward rimfire riflescope that gives shooters useful magnification, a clear sight picture and practical holdover references without unnecessary complexity.
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