Bushnell Engage 3-9x40

• 3-9x magnification range: Covers the classic stalking and general hunting envelope, giving a wide enough view at 3x for closer shots and enough reach at 9x for more deliberate aiming at longer distances.
• 40 mm objective lens: Balances light gathering with a trim overall profile, helping the scope stay practical on lightweight hunting rifles without adding unnecessary bulk above the barrel.
• Second focal plane reticle: Keeps the reticle visually consistent through the zoom range, which many hunters prefer for fast target acquisition and a familiar sight picture at any magnification.
• Fully multi-coated optics: Improve contrast and light transmission, making it easier to pick out game, terrain detail, and aiming points in the low, flat light common at dawn and dusk.
• IPX7 waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction: Helps the Bushnell Engage 3-9x40 stay dependable in rain, temperature changes, and damp hunting conditions where internal fogging can quickly ruin visibility.

About the Bushnell Engage Series

Bushnell Engage riflescopes were introduced in 2017 as a versatile line for shooters who split their time between the range and the field. Within Bushnell’s riflescope lineup, the series sits as a practical step toward more feature-rich hunting and precision optics, combining straightforward handling with reticle and turret options that suit different styles of shooting. Some models use capped adjustments for a cleaner hunting setup, while others move toward exposed, tool-free zero-reset locking turrets for users who dial more often.

A defining part of the series is its use of fully multi-coated optics, paired on many variants with EXO Barrier, Bushnell’s protective lens coating that sheds water, oil, dust, and debris. The series also includes versions built around the Deploy MOA reticle, which adds elevation and windage references for holdovers in changing field conditions. In practical terms, the Engage family is designed for shooters who want a riflescope that remains compact and field-friendly, but still offers the optical clarity, useful reticle structure, and dependable mechanics needed for hunting optics and general-purpose precision work.

About the Bushnell Engage 3-9x40

The Bushnell Engage 3-9x40 is built around one of the most proven hunting riflescope formats: a 3-9x magnification range with a 40.00 mm objective lens. That combination makes it well suited to stalking rifles, woodland hunting, and general-purpose centerfire setups where a scope needs to stay light, quick, and easy to mount. At 3x, the broad field of view helps with faster target pickup at shorter distances; at 9x, the added image scale supports more careful shot placement when the distance opens up.

This model uses a second focal plane reticle layout, so the reticle keeps the same apparent size as magnification changes. For many hunters, that means a more familiar sight picture and less visual clutter when moving between low and high power. The fixed 92 m parallax setting keeps operation simple in the field, while the fast focus eyepiece allows quick reticle sharpening to the shooter’s eye.

Mechanically, the scope favors secure field use over constant adjustment. Its capped, locking turrets help protect zero from accidental movement during transport or while moving through brush, yet the 1/4 MOA click value still gives precise enough correction for sighting-in. With 60.00 MOA of elevation and windage adjustment, the scope offers enough range for typical hunting rifle zeroing. A 25.4 mm main tube, 340.00 g weight, and 363.00 mm length keep the package manageable, while fully multi-coated lenses, nitrogen filling, and IPX-7 waterproofing support reliable use in wet and changeable weather.

About Bushnell

Bushnell was founded in 1948 by Dave Bushnell, who began selling optical products from a photographic shop in Pasadena, California. The company developed into a broad sports-optics brand with product lines covering binoculars, riflescopes, red dot sights, rangefinders, spotting scopes, and trail cameras. Its focus has long been practical outdoor optics for hunting, target shooting, birding, and general nature observation.

In the riflescope category, Bushnell is known for offering several distinct families, including Legend, Prime, Elite Tactical, and AR Optics, each aimed at different users and applications. One of the company’s notable technologies is EXO Barrier, a lens coating formulated to repel water, oil, dust, and debris for easier maintenance in the field. Bushnell became part of a larger outdoor-products group when ATK acquired Bushnell Group Holdings on November 1, 2013, but the brand has remained closely associated with accessible, field-oriented optics.

Main Features

• Magnification: 3.00 x - 9.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 40.00 mm
• Main tube diameter: 25.4 mm
• Reticle position: 2. focal plane - SFP
• Adjustment per click: 7mm/100m - 1/4MOA
• Turret type: Capped
• Turret locking: Yes
• Elevation adjustment range: 17.45 mrad / 60.00 MOA
• Windage adjustment range: 17.45 mrad / 60.00 MOA
• Eye relief: 88.90 mm
• Field of view: 12.70 m/100m - 4.30 m/100m
• Parallax setting: Fixed at 92m
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Waterproof rating: IPX-7
• Fogproof: Yes
• Shockproof: Yes
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Length: 363.00 mm
• Weight: 340.00 g
• Finish: Black - Matte

Warranty

The Bushnell Engage 3-9x40 is covered by a 10-year warranty.