Unleash Precision in Every Shot: The Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 Archery Rangefinder

Are you an avid archer or bow hunter constantly seeking to elevate your accuracy, ensuring ethical and successful shots every time? Do you find yourself asking, "What's the best rangefinder for bow hunting?" or "How can I account for uphill and downhill shots accurately?" The quest for precise yardage, especially in the nuanced world of archery, is paramount. Whether you're navigating dense forests, expansive plains, or challenging 3D courses, the distance to your target, coupled with environmental factors, dramatically impacts shot placement. This is where cutting-edge technology becomes not just an advantage, but a necessity. The Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 Archery Rangefinder, model 174557, is engineered specifically to address these critical needs, providing archers with the unparalleled data required to make confident decisions in the field.

Why Accurate Ranging is Critical for Archers

Archery presents unique ranging challenges compared to rifle shooting. The trajectory of an arrow is far more parabolic, meaning even small errors in distance estimation can lead to significant misses. Factors like incline, decline, and even wind can profoundly alter an arrow's flight path. Traditional line-of-sight rangefinders often fall short, providing only the straight-line distance, which isn't the true effective distance an archer needs to dial in their shot. A bow hunter needs a device that understands arrow ballistics and compensates for terrain variations. This rangefinder is designed precisely for that.

Common Archery Scenarios Where Precision Matters:

• Tree Stand Hunting: Ranging from an elevated position to a target below requires sophisticated angle compensation. A simple line-of-sight reading will result in overshooting your target.
• Mountain Hunting: Uphill and downhill shots significantly impact arrow drop. Miscalculating these angles can lead to a missed opportunity or, worse, an unethical shot.
• 3D Archery Competitions: Success in 3D archery hinges on knowing the exact distance to oddly shaped, camouflaged targets in varied terrain. Speed and accuracy are key.
• Spot-and-Stalk: Quickly acquiring an accurate range to a moving or partially obscured animal requires rapid, reliable performance from your rangefinder.
• Target Practice and Tuning: Precisely calibrating your pins or sight tape demands exact distances to ensure consistent performance from your bow setup.

The Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 is purpose-built to conquer these scenarios, providing data that goes beyond mere distance.

Unpacking the Power of the Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3: Features and Benefits

The Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 (model 174557) is much more than a simple distance-measuring device. It's an intelligent ranging tool designed to integrate seamlessly into an archer's workflow, delivering specific, actionable data.

6x Magnification for Clear Target Acquisition

Featuring a fixed 6x magnification, the RX-Fulldraw 3 offers an excellent balance between a wide field of view and sufficient power to clearly identify distant targets. This magnification level is ideal for quickly finding and ranging deer, elk, or other game animals in various environments. The crisp, bright optics ensure that even in challenging low-light conditions, your target remains clearly visible, enhancing both ranging accuracy and target identification. When you're trying to pick out a whitetail through dense underbrush at twilight, superior optical clarity makes all the difference.

Extended Ranging Capabilities

With a maximum reflective range of 1300 yards, the RX-Fulldraw 3 provides ample capacity for the vast majority of archery scenarios, from close-range encounters to long-distance scouting. While archers typically shoot at much shorter distances, having a robust maximum range allows for flexibility in identifying landmarks or ranging animals far beyond typical shooting range, aiding in strategic planning. Specifically tuned for biological targets, it can accurately range trees up to 1100 yards and deer up to 800 yards. This reliable performance across different target types ensures you're never left guessing.

Expansive Field of View: 315 ft at 1000 yds

A generous field of view (FOV) is crucial for quickly scanning an area, acquiring targets, and maintaining situational awareness. The RX-Fulldraw 3 offers an impressive 315 feet at 1000 yards, which translates to a wide viewing area at closer, more common archery distances. This wide FOV means less panning and scanning, allowing you to locate and range your target faster, especially important when an animal is on the move or when you need to quickly assess multiple potential shot opportunities in a dynamic environment.

The Leupold DNA® (Digitally eNhanced Accuracy) Engine

At the core of the RX-Fulldraw 3’s performance is Leupold's proprietary DNA engine. This advanced digital signal processing technology delivers faster, more accurate readings with greater reliability. DNA ensures that the rangefinder consistently provides half-yard accuracy out to 125 yards, a critical feature for close-range archery where even a slight error can mean a miss. How accurate are Leupold rangefinders? The DNA engine is a testament to Leupold's commitment to delivering industry-leading precision, ensuring you can trust every reading. It filters out false readings and focuses on the target you intend to range, even in cluttered environments.

True Ballistic Range® (TBR®) with Wind (TBR-W®) for Bow

This is perhaps the most significant feature for serious archers. TBR-W for Bow is not just angle compensation; it’s a sophisticated algorithm that calculates the true equivalent horizontal distance for uphill or downhill shots, taking into account the unique trajectory of an arrow. But it goes a step further by integrating a wind compensation feature, specific to bow hunting. Archers often ask, "Do I need wind compensation for archery?" Yes, if you want peak accuracy! While an integrated wind sensor would increase cost and complexity, the TBR-W system provides crucial wind hold corrections in a practical, easy-to-use format.

The TBR-W system allows you to input your specific arrow velocity and approximate wind speed, and it will provide the precise holdover or holdunder value you need. This eliminates the guesswork often associated with shooting in varied terrain and windy conditions, ensuring your pin selection is always spot-on for the true ballistic distance to the target. This unique technology from Leupold empowers you to make shots that would be impossible with lesser rangefinders, providing a distinct advantage in the field.

Flightpath™ Technology

Flightpath technology offers another layer of precision by providing an intuitive visual representation of the highest point of your arrow's trajectory. This is incredibly useful in situations where an arrow might encounter obstacles like branches, leaves, or even the ground between you and your target. By displaying the peak flight path, the RX-Fulldraw 3 helps you confirm if your arrow has a clear, unobstructed path to the target, preventing costly deflections or misses. This ensures that you not only have the correct yardage but also a clear lane for your arrow, a critical detail for successful shots in timber or brushy environments.

Archery Mode for Streamlined Operation

The dedicated Archery Mode optimizes the rangefinder's performance for bow hunters. In this mode, the rangefinder prioritizes targets within typical archery distances and uses the TBR-W engine to provide compensated distances. This streamlines the user experience, eliminating unnecessary features for an archer and ensuring that the most relevant data is readily available. It’s about simplicity and efficiency when it matters most.

Built for the Outdoors: Rugged Durability and Weather Resistance

Hunting environments are rarely forgiving. The Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 is built to endure the rigors of the outdoors, featuring a robust, lightweight polymer housing. Its durable construction ensures it can withstand bumps, drops, and the general abuse of life in the field. Furthermore, it is fully waterproof and fogproof, utilizing Leupold's proprietary nitrogen purging process. This means it will perform flawlessly in rain, snow, or humid conditions, ensuring the internal optics remain crystal clear and free from moisture or condensation. This level of reliability is critical when you're far from civilization and depend on your gear to perform without fail. The green finish of the rangefinder also provides a subtle, natural aesthetic that blends well with outdoor environments, reducing glare and maintaining stealth.

Intuitive Design and Ergonomics

Ease of use is paramount in a hunting tool. The RX-Fulldraw 3 features a simple, intuitive two-button control system that allows for quick mode changes and ranging. Its compact size and ergonomic design ensure it fits comfortably in your hand, making it easy to carry and operate with one hand, even while drawing your bow or holding your position. The high-contrast LCD display provides clear, easy-to-read data in varying light conditions.

What Problems Does the Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 Solve for Archers?

• Eliminates guesswork for angle compensation: No more estimating for uphill/downhill shots. TBR-W provides the true shooting distance.
• Accounts for wind in archery context: Offers practical wind hold solutions, a rare and valuable feature for archers.
• Ensures clear flight path: Flightpath technology helps prevent hitting obstacles like branches.
• Delivers rapid, precise readings: The DNA engine ensures half-yard accuracy quickly, vital for quick target acquisition.
• Optimizes for bow hunting scenarios: Dedicated Archery Mode and specific features cater directly to the unique needs of an archer.
• Provides robust, reliable performance: Built to withstand harsh weather and rugged use, ensuring functionality when you need it most.
• Boosts confidence: Knowing you have accurate, compensated yardage data empowers you to make more ethical and successful shots.

Investing in Your Success: The Leupold Legacy

When you choose a Leupold product, you're not just buying a piece of equipment; you're investing in a legacy of American-made quality, precision, and unwavering reliability. Leupold has been a trusted name in optics for over a century, known for its commitment to excellence and unparalleled customer support. The RX-Fulldraw 3 is backed by Leupold's legendary warranty, providing peace of mind and demonstrating their confidence in the product's durability and performance. This commitment to quality ensures that your rangefinder will be a dependable companion for countless hunting seasons and archery events.

For those seeking the ultimate edge in archery precision, the Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 Archery Rangefinder, model 174557, is an indispensable tool. It combines cutting-edge technology with user-centric design, providing the accuracy and confidence necessary to make every shot count. Elevate your archery experience and find this exceptional rangefinder ready for your next adventure at DEGuns.

Leupold RX-Fulldraw 3 Specifications

Feature	Detail
Model Number	174557
Magnification	6x
Max Reflective Range	1300 yards
Max Deer Range	800 yards
Field of View (FOV)	315 ft @ 1000 yds
Accuracy	½ yard out to 125 yards
Engine	DNA® (Digitally eNhanced Accuracy)
Ballistics Technology	TBR-W® (True Ballistic Range® with Wind) for Bow
Trajectory Aid	Flightpath™ Technology
Mode	Archery Mode
Weather Resistance	Waterproof & Fogproof
Color	Green
UPC	030317013898