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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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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?DAVID M : It has a very useful power range and an illuminated reticle.

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2025-09-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent scope! I put this

Excellent scope! I put this on a Browning x-bolt 2, SPR, cal. 6. 8 Western. Sighting this scope in was very easy. First use was on a moose in Newfoundland, at 230yds the moose was easy to find and was spot on. One shot put the moose down.

Richard S.

2025-09-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality, design, performance and warranty

Quality, design, performance and warranty is the best in the industry. The glass is crystal clear and the scope performs extremely well in low light. The Custom Dial System is a huge bonus and it's simple, fast and accurate.

William S.

2025-09-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality optic!

Top quality optic!

James H.

2025-09-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope with easy set

Great scope with easy set up. Tack driver once its mounted and sighted in.

Ethan B.

2025-09-21T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I bought this b/c I

I bought this b/c I thought it would be great for the inexperienced shooters in my family. Not sure if they like it or not, but it's my new personal favorite!

Wray W.

2025-09-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice. I'd like to

Very nice. I'd like to see some more affordable FFP options with long range shooting in mind.

mathew c.

2025-09-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope for the money!

Great scope for the money!

Shane M.

2025-09-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is by far the

This is by far the best scope I've had. I will be buying another one for my other rifle.

Jennifer B.

2025-09-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great eye relief and clarity

Great eye relief and clarity

Joshua H.

2025-09-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One of the best scopes

One of the best scopes I have been around

Meade D.

2025-09-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is the 3rd VX5HD

This is the 3rd VX5HD that I have purchased. In my opinion this is the best overall scope made. It covers everything a hunter could need. As always Leupold quality is second to none.

Christopher G.

2025-09-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope

Great scope

Rich M.

2025-09-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely love this scope! I

Absolutely love this scope! I put it on a Browning X-Bolt 2 Speed chambered in a 6. 5 PRC. I am using a rangefinder bino with Applied Ballistics so I haven't had the need to get a custom dial yet and the pair are performing phenomenally! I will most likely get a couple dials made once my barrel is broke in but for now I'm confident in my current setup.

Tom M.

2025-09-13T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

A decent scope but a

A decent scope but a expensive for what it is

Michael W.

2025-09-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy zeroing

I recently zeroed my newly purchased Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x56 scope on a Tikka T3x Hunter chambered in 9. 3x62, equipped with a powerful Anima Libra suppressor. The scope was mounted using Warne components - both the rail and rings - ensuring a solid and precise setup. Zeroing was performed at 100 meters with a point of aim approximately 4-5 cm above the bore axis. From the factory setting, I needed 35 clicks up and 4 clicks to the right. The scope responded predictably and accurately - just two shots were enough to zero, with the rest fired for confirmation. The optical clarity, light transmission, and turret precision are outstanding. The VX-5HD inspires confidence from the very first use. So far, everything looks extremely promising - I'm looking forward to testing it further in real hunting conditions. Thank you, Leupold, for delivering a truly high-performance product.

Ivars

2025-09-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great scope, but I like

Great scope, but I like my VX 6 4-24 better! Duh!??????

mark w.

2025-09-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent products

excellent products

MICHAEL K.

2025-09-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sir, I'm waiting on cooler

Sir, I'm waiting on cooler weather to sight in scope. . Thank You

charles h.

2025-08-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Second 2-10 and my second

Second 2-10 and my second 35 Whelen, a perfect combination. 2x is excellent for moving through heavy timber, with 10x plenty for longer shots. Of course by the time you read this the Gen IIs will be available, but if you can still find an older one, it is absolutely well worth it.

Mike G.

2025-08-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear in low light

Very clear in low light conditions. Would buy again

Raymond W.

2025-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding optic, just what the

Outstanding optic, just what the old 30. 06 needed. Able to reach out and touch, Firedot makes it so much better, thank you.

James M.

2025-08-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great optic and clarity. Leupold

Great optic and clarity. Leupold never disappoints!

Winn S.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The scope is very clear

The scope is very clear even in low light. It works flawlessly and was easy to sight in my rifle. Looking forward to using it on an upcoming deer hunt.

JAMES S.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works amazing!

Works amazing!

Casey S.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This VX-5HD scope is a

This VX-5HD scope is a crucial hunting tool! I can't express enough how important the Twilight Max technology is, and the simplicity and ease of use. I love having the FireDot reticle for a great lowlight reference to shoot in lower light conditions with a dark target and backdrop. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone with an important hunt!

David D.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The scope is awesome!

The scope is awesome!

Mike S.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Just a masterpiece of a

Just a masterpiece of a scope! It's awesome!

William M.

2025-08-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

amazing scope

amazing scope

Griffin G.

2025-08-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Leupold is second to none!

Leupold is second to none!

Scott J.

2025-08-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this scope. Quality and

Love this scope. Quality and dependability backed up by Leupold's famous lifetime guarantee. Loaded with features - CDS shooting system, side focus, illuminated fire dot, wide 3-15x magnification, and crystal-clear optics - all at a great price.

David M.

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)