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Leupold 3-15x44 VX-5HD Riflescope, Matte Black with Illuminated FireDot Duplex Reticle, Side Parallax Focus, Custom Dial System-ZL2, 30mm Tube Diameter

SKU: LD172368 MFR: 172368
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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.
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2025-07-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best scope cover on the

Best scope cover on the market

Robert O.

2025-07-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope!

Great scope!

Corey H.

2025-07-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, great visual quality.

Great scope, great visual quality. Works as expected. Only wish scope caps, sized to the scope, were a convenient check out option upon purchase.

Stephen G.

2025-07-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect fit on my 8. 6

Perfect fit on my 8. 6 BLK.

John B.

2025-07-13T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

Steve S.

2025-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent glass. Only used at

Excellent glass. Only used at 200 yard rifle range so far. Based on many other Leupold products I own, I don't have any concerns about quality.

Christopher A.

2025-07-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Clear optic all the way

Clear optic all the way into the edge and usability of the wind-plex reticle is great without being to busy.

Jerod R.

2025-07-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome product! No issues at

Awesome product! No issues at all and a nice crisp clear image.

Paul C.

2025-07-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope. Easy to sight

Great scope. Easy to sight in and works awesome!

J K.

2025-06-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I have two of these

I have two of these scopes on my . 308 and 6. 5 Grendel AR platform hunting rifles. I have the duplex with fire dot reticle on both scopes. I shot two deer last year at 160 yards. I have older eyes with corrected vision. Both shots were right where I aimed. The glass is clear and the side focus and fire dot made both relatively easy shots. I am very pleased with this scope and I would highly recommend this scope for hunting.

Peter L.

2025-06-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Versatile, great clarity with red dot

I paired the VX-5HD 2-10X42 CDS-ZL2 Firedot with a 270. Perfect mag power for my hunting distances, but I've had fun shooting at steel silhouettes several times to 550 yds with solid fatal hits. On a recent hunt, I took a shot near sunset that would not have been possible without the Firedot. Optics clarity is amazing in all conditions. I'm looking for a scope to pair with a 360 Buckhammer for an upcoming IL trip, and it's hard to find an alternative to this all around scope. Perfect and practical.

BobS

2025-06-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope was purchased to

This scope was purchased to complete a light rifle build and it did NOT disappoint. Besides being light, the glass is spectacularly clear with no color degradation. Excellent in low light situations. The turret has nice tactical feel and the zero stop works perfectly. The crosshairs track very well.

Lucas M.

2025-06-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great glass, love the locking

Great glass, love the locking turret. Perfect optic for my style of western hunting

Patrick C.

2025-06-13T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Just getting out shooting after

Just getting out shooting after installing this New Leupold Scope. So far as expected Leupold Quality comes thru!!

MERRELL M.

2025-06-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope!

Great scope!

Erik M.

2025-06-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope! So excited for

Awesome scope! So excited for this come hunting season. The gold ring just make's the gun look amazing. I've owned 2 leupold scopes now and I'll never be going anywhere else.

Tyler G.

2025-06-08T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Zero issues mounting and the

Zero issues mounting and the same for holding zero. Clarity second to none. For my use side focus is a must and this scope has it with smooth operation. Also, I like the light gathering advantages of a 30mm tube. I am 75 years of age and Leupold scopes make up for age and bifocals. I could spend more but won't find better.

Ronald G.

2025-06-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope. Exactly what I

Great scope. Exactly what I was after.

Jeremiah H.

2025-06-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope. Great options &

Awesome scope. Great options & looks like it will last for decades. Easy to sight in.

William J.

2025-06-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope with excellent low

Great scope with excellent low light clarity

Steve W.

2025-05-31T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect! Light weight, just right

Perfect! Light weight, just right for my Backcountry rifle.

Flynt B.

2025-05-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great glass. All the features

Great glass. All the features I was looking for.

Jacob K.

2025-05-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear and easy to

Very clear and easy to use. Very happy with this scope.

KIRK B.

2025-05-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Super crisp scope Easy adjustments

Super crisp scope Easy adjustments Worth every penny

Anthony V.

2025-05-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing!!!! Just got to find

Amazing!!!! Just got to find the right rounds and I'll be ordering a custom dial for it.

Devon B.

2025-05-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid light weight hunting scope.

Solid light weight hunting scope. Super clear, clearer than my Vortex Razor LHT and perfect repeatability. I've only had it out to 400 yards in the PNW low level light region of the States, but I'm very confident that I will have no problems out to 800yd in this low level light environment. My only issue is that I am unable to use Talley light weight style rings on a long or medium action to get the correct eye relief.

Douglas N.

2025-05-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Unreal glass quality. Very well

Unreal glass quality. Very well made. A lot lighter than i would have thought, too.

Maxwell I.

2025-05-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Beautiful scope! I had a

Beautiful scope! I had a little trouble getting the crosshairs to align using bubble levels but I got it figured out using a plumb bob instead of the level on the turret. Have not taken it to the range as of yet but soon. Mounted on a Tikka T3X 300 Win Mag.

Troy D.

2025-05-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent optic. Crystal clear, easy

Excellent optic. Crystal clear, easy to use. Can't wait to figure out what grain bullet my rifle likes the best so I can order the custom dial.

Pasqualino I.

2025-05-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope! Tracks well and

Great scope! Tracks well and I love the simple red dot in the middle for taking shots in low light conditions. Super impressed with the quality

Jacob G.

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

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)