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2026-03-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a wonderful scope

This is a wonderful scope tracks great clarity Low light is amazing I have two of these

robert F.

2026-03-01T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Another outstanding product from Leupold.

Another outstanding product from Leupold. Super clear optics, and the firedot reticle draws your focus to the target. Easy to set up and mount on my rifle. It really has improved my shooting experience.

Joseph M.

2026-02-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Completely satisfied

Completely satisfied

Richard T.

2026-02-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent in every way! Crystal

Excellent in every way! Crystal clear and looks perfect on my rifle.

Michael G.

2026-02-26T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Not happy with Leupold

I bought this scope VX-5HD from Cabela's and when I got it home it was totally out of focus and the side focus knob would not move. It was totally froze up. I then had to drive 80 miles round trip to return it. For a scope that cost over $1000 I expect better. Does Leupold not inspect there products before they ship them out? What a waste of a day.

David S.

2026-02-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love my optics. Make my

Love my optics. Make my 7 PRC a dream come true

Darius S.

2026-02-17T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The Vx-5 3-15 side focuses

The Vx-5 3-15 side focuses wind plex. is my favorite hunting scope. From 20 yards to 500. It is getting the job done for me

Ron T.

2026-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely stunning clarity in low

Absolutely stunning clarity in low light. I have several VX freedom series, older VX3 series, and a Vortex Razor LHT. This is clearer edge to edge over the Razor and the firedot is perfect for low light. What surprised me the most was that I can zoom in to 8x without any discernible loss in clarity or brightness. High ring mounts are needed but so worth it.

Edward S.

2026-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

These are absolutely the best

These are absolutely the best quality scopes for the money spent! True Leupold quality!

Obadiah G.

2026-01-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good product. This is the

Good product. This is the 3rd one like this I have purchased.

charles s.

2026-01-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is bye far the

This is bye far the best scope any serious hunter can buy. Power adjust for close or those long range shots. This scope draws light in for those last minute shooting opportunities. The firedot is amazing for getting on target in low light situations. This is an outstanding high quality and American made scope. Do yourself a favor and only hunt with the best. Buy Leupold products.

John M.

2026-01-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I just got the vx5

I just got the vx5 late this season and it was exceptionally easy to site in and preforms better than I had imagined. It came highly recommended from several friends that also use it. It's been great for deer and elk at medium to longer ranges in western Montana. Overall I found the scope very user friendly, fantastic optical quality and very light. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a high quality precision addition to their gun.

Adam L.

2026-01-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great, clear glass. Switching

Works great, clear glass. Switching all my vortex's to leupold.

Cole H.

2026-01-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fine quality

Fine quality

Lester J.

2026-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I love my new scope.

I love my new scope. I upgraded from a VX freedom 3x9x50 with a firedot and man it's a huge difference. Would highly recommend this scope.

Tomas T.

2026-01-07T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

love it

love it

jerry w.

2026-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for those high country

Perfect for those high country Rocky Mountain hunts and the hunt i did back in Oklahoma. Fits perfect on my Weatherby. I do not own another scope that comes even close to this one. Money well spent. I own 3 Leupold scopes and this one is my favorite.

Charles N.

2026-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

clear beautiful glass with classic

clear beautiful glass with classic look. always impressed with Leopold. VX-5HD doesn't disappoint.

James H.

2026-01-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I wanted a higher end

I wanted a higher end scope for a hunting rifle that wasn't so heavy. This is a 30 mm scope that allows for a great amount of light and clarity but with a reasonable weight. I am very pleased with this scope and my next purchase will be a Leopold!

Cary M.

2025-12-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Purchased this scope for my

Purchased this scope for my Christensen Arms . 300 WM. I'm floored by the sight picture and the quality of the piece overall. Highly recommend

Dwight S.

2025-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great glass and very simple.

Great glass and very simple. Perfect for hunting

Ryan T.

2025-12-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great eye relied. Clear objective.

Great eye relied. Clear objective. Excellent ootics!

Julio M.

2025-12-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

10th Leupold and 4th VX-5

10th Leupold and 4th VX-5 HD. Workhorse of a scope. Not too much, not too little, optics perfection!

Marc C.

2025-12-24T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best scope

My favorite scope ever

Jameson c.

2025-12-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Super clear optics & easy

Super clear optics & easy to zero. I have still not installed the battery to use the fire dot. Seems unnecessary. I do wish flip covers had been in stock when i purchased the scope.

Michael G.

2025-12-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely outstanding scope? my new

Absolutely outstanding scope? my new favorite. Glass is excellent and the weight is very reasonable. I love the firedot reticle. In my opinion this is the best scope value on the market.

Clayton M.

2025-11-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope works very well.

Excellent scope works very well. Easy to set cds and piwer

sandy g.

2025-11-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Wouldn't track right it's back

Wouldn't track right it's back to Leupold their looking at it.

Brian M.

2025-11-17T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

I lost my CDS dial

I lost my CDS dial twice, even after tightening down the screws on an elk hunt. This was pretty detrimental.

Rustin A.

2025-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of my favorite scopes

One of my favorite scopes of all times! Such a great piece for hunting anything close to medium and long range. The edge to edge clarity and repeatability of the turrets are spectacular. I think I need a few more!!!

Dustin B.

Leupold VX-5HD Specifications

  • Magnification

    3 - 15x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    44mm

  • Maintube Diameter

    30mm (1.18")

  • Reticle

    Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle
    2nd focal plane

  • Field of View

    38.2 - 7.9' at 100 yd (12.7 - 2.5 m at 100 m)

  • Parallax Correction

    50 yd / 45.7 m to infinity

  • Eye Relief

    3.8" (96.52mm)

  • Exit Pupil Diameter

    14.7 - 2.9mm

  • Impact Point Correction

    1/4 MOA

  • Maximum Windage/Elevation Adjustment

    75 MOA

  • Battery

    1 x CR-2032 battery

  • Weatherproofing

    Argon/krypton-filled, water and fogproof

  • Length

    13.5" (342.90mm)

  • Weight

    19.0 oz (538.64g)

  • UPC Code

    030317013851

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About Leupold VX-5HD

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Best in class by a long shot!!

By Axman

This is the latest addition to my Leupold family and man did they raise the bar. I have long favored the VX3 LR in 4.5x14x50 and own several in various reticle configurations. The features they loaded into this scope are top notch. The low light performance is second to none. CDS and zero lock are the icing on the cake. Born and raised in America. Buy American.

Leupold, why buy anything else?

By BTN

I've been buying Leupold for 25 years or so, used Leupold extensively in the Military over that time and can say that every product I have used has been Sailor, Marine, and Soldier proof and built to be precise before, during, and after rough use. The VX5HD is no exception. Crystal clear 30 mins before and after sun rise and set. Most importantly for me, this scope offers as much or more in quality and ability as higher priced competitors at a (at times significantly) lighter weight. Equally ...

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The VX-5HD is taking optical performance to a whole new level. We gave it a High-Definition optical system for sharpened clarity and the Twilight Max Light Management System for even greater low-light performance, giving hunters a visible advantage at dawn and dusk when the biggest game is on the move.

The new CDS-ZL2 (Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2) elevation dial locks in place so it cannot be inadvertently rotated off zero. A mere press of a button will allow the user to dial up two turns of elevation, if necessary. On the 2nd revolution of the elevation dial, the button sinks in to show you are on the 2nd turn so you can dial for extended ranges and never lose your place. The covered pop-up windage dial provides fast and accurate sight-in and easy rezero. All VX-5HD CDS-ZL2 riflescopes include one free Custom Ballistic Dial with purchase. FireDot illuminated reticles provide daylight bright, red dot-like performance with an easy to use 1 button intensity adjustment.

2nd Generation Argon/Krypton Waterproofing
Features our exclusive, proprietary Argon/Krypton gas blend, which nearly eliminates the effects of thermal shock and reduces the diffusion of gases sealed inside your scope even more than our proven nitrogen technology already does.

30mm Maintube
The 30mm maintube offers incredible strength and allows for the greater range of windage and elevation adjustment.

5:1 Zoom Ratio
Versatile magnification range offers a wide field of view at low power and precise target identification at high power.

6061-T6 Aircraft Quality Aluminum
Crafted from 6061-T6 aircraft quality aluminum.

BAS (Ballistic Aiming System)
Select models are available with the Leupold Ballistics Aiming System. With multiple aiming points for longer ranges and varying wind speeds and infinite power selector settings to match your rifle's ballistics, the Ballistics Aiming System can help you master the art of accurate, long-range shooting.

CDS-ZL2 Zero Lock Adjustment with Revolution Indicator
The CDS-ZL2 elevation adjustment dials easily for quick sight-in and to set for target ranges. Press the ZeroLock button to release and dial as much as 38MOA elevation. Dial back to zero and the lock snaps back into place automatically, ensuring correct re-zero and that the dial cannot accidentally move.

FireDot Illumination
Our powered fiber optic reticle technology provides the perfect blend of daylight illumination and optimal light transmission and contrast for low light hunting situations.

Generous Eyebox
Get on target faster so you can take the shot of a lifetime. Even at higher powers, the longer eye relief and generous eyebox provides incredible head position latitude, edge-to-edge brightness and a full clear sight picture that fills the eyepiece completely.

Guard-Ion Rain Shedding Coating
Our Guard-Ion rain shedding coating is extremely durable, scratch resistant and sheds water, dirt and fingerprints.

MST (Motion Sensor Technology)
Proprietary MST (Motion Sensor Technology) automatically deactivates illumination after 5 minutes of inactivity, yet reactivates instantly as soon as any movement is detected.

Pop Up Rezero Windage Adjustment
Pop Up Rezero windage adjustments are easily adjusted and the dial set to the zero mark with no tools needed. A thread-on aluminum cover conceals and protects the adjustment after setting.

Push Button Illumination
One button brightness control with a high/low indicator keeps it simple.

Side Focus
Side focus parallax adjustment for fast, easy parallax focusing from any shooting position.

Twilight Max Light Management System
Light management means delivering usable light to your eye and forming a crisp, high contrasting image. Lens coatings are applied that maximize light transmission in blue and red and balancing colors to develop the highest possible contrast. Glare is controlled with special mechanical structures. This means you can see antler tines in dark shadows long after the competition has gone home.

Twin Bias Spring Erector System
The twin bias spring exerts up to 30 percent more holding force on the erector, virtually eliminating erector system backlash and stress on the vital internal workings of the scope, for longer life.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear views with the Leupold VX-5HD's impressive image clarity.
  • The 3-15x magnification range makes this rifle scope ideal for versatile shooting.
  • Built for rugged use, its durability ensures reliable performance in any environment.
  • The Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle enhances target acquisition in low light.
  • Enjoy precise adjustments with 1/4 MOA turret adjustability for accurate shots.
  • Optimized light transmission provides a bright, clear image, even at dawn or dusk.

What's in the box:

  • Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44 CDS-ZL2 Side Focus Riflescope
  • CR-2032 Battery
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty (2 Year on Electronics)