Leupold 3-15x56 VX-5HD Riflescope, Illum FireDot 4 Fine Ret, Side Focus, 30mm
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Leupold 3-15x56 VX-5HD Series Riflescope, Matte Black with Illuminated Second Focal Plane FireDot 4 Fine Reticle, ZL2 Custom Dial System, Side Parallax Focus, 30mm Tube Diameter

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FAQ

What is the Twilight Max HD Light Management System?

The Twilight Max HD Light Management System is a technology designed to enhance visibility in low-light conditions. It adds up to an extra 30 minutes of shooting light and significantly reduces glare-producing stray light, providing premium edge-to-edge lens clarity.

How does the CDS-ZL2 Custom Dial System enhance my shooting experience?

The CDS-ZL2 Custom Dial System allows you to quickly adjust the elevation to match your specific ballistic information. It features a ZeroLock mechanism to prevent accidental dial movement, offering precise and personalized adjustment for accurate long-range shooting.

Can the 3-15x56 VX-5HD Series Riflescope handle heavy recoil?

Yes, the 3-15x56 VX-5HD Series Riflescope is built to withstand heavy recoil. It undergoes rigorous testing on Leupold's 'Punisher' recoil simulation machine to ensure durability and performance under the most demanding conditions.

Is the FireDot Illumination feature battery-efficient?

Yes, the FireDot Illumination feature includes Motion Sensor Technology, which extends battery life by deactivating the illumination after 5 minutes of inactivity and reactivating it instantly when movement is detected.

What advantages does the 5:1 Zoom Ratio offer?

The 5:1 Zoom Ratio provides a versatile magnification range, allowing for a wide field of view at lower powers for situational awareness and precise target identification at higher powers for detailed viewing.

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2026-03-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best ever

Best ever

William L.

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 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.

2026-02-26T19:00:00

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.

2026-02-19T19:00:00

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.

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Leupold VX-5HD Specifications

  • Magnification

    3-15x

  • Objective Lens Diameter

    56mm

  • Maintube Diameter

    34"

  • Reticle

    FireDot Duplex

  • Battery

    CR-2032 Battery

  • Field of View

    38.3-7.7' at 100 yd (12.77-2.57m at 100m)

  • Eye Relief

    3.7-3.8" (9.39-9.6cm)

  • Maximum Windage/Elevation Adjustment

    75 MOA

  • Weatherproofing

    Waterproof and fog-proof

  • Length

    13.4" (34.5cm)

  • Weight

    21.9 oz (621g)

  • UPC Code

    030317020439

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About Leupold VX-5HD

Overcome any shooting challenge with the 3-15x56 VX-5HD Series Riflescope, a high-quality, durable, and reliable piece of equipment designed for hunting or target shooting. This advanced riflescope, finished in matte black, is equipped with an illuminated second focal plane FireDot 4 Fine Reticle, ZL2 Custom Dial System, and side parallax focus.

The 30mm tube diameter of this riflescope ensures robustness and a wide range of windage and elevation adjustments. The second focal plane reticle provides accurate ranging and bullet drop compensation, enhancing your shooting precision. The side parallax focus feature eliminates parallax error, further improving the accuracy of your shots.

The VX-5HD Series Riflescope is designed for versatility, with a wide magnification range that allows adaptability to any environment. The Twilight Max HD Light Management System is purpose-built for the toughest lighting conditions, adding up to 30 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminating 90% more glare-producing stray light than competitors.

The CDS Custom Dial System allows quick elevation adjustments to different ranges, tailored to your specific ballistic information. The Fast-Focus Eyepiece brings the reticle into focus quickly, while the ultra-lightweight design disperses recoil energy for unrivaled durability and performance.

The riflescope is waterproof and fogproof, ensuring its readiness to perform in all conditions. The FireDot Illumination creates a visible aiming point in low-light conditions, while the Motion Sensor Technology (MST) extends battery life by deactivating illumination after 5 minutes of inactivity and reactivating instantly upon detecting movement.

The Guard-Ion Lens Coating sheds dirt and water for clear, crisp images. The CDS-ZL2 system eliminates accidental dial movement, providing two revolutions of adjustment. The push-button illumination control offers easy reticle brightness adjustment, and the 5:1 zoom ratio offers a wide field of view at low power and precise target identification at high power.

The FireDot Duplex (Illuminated) brings new technology to a classic design, with a fiber-optic powered center red-dot, multiple brightness settings for changing conditions, and FireDot Technology for quick target acquisition. This riflescope is a testament to relentless versatility and accuracy, ready to dominate any shooting environment.

Leupold VX-5HD Features

  • CDS Custom Dial System
  • Fast-Focus Eyepiece
  • Punisher Tested
  • Rear Focal Plane (RFP)
  • Twilight Max HD Light Management System
  • Ultra-Lightweight Design
  • Waterproof & Fogproof
  • FireDot Illumination
  • Motion Sensor Technology (MST)
  • 30mm Maintube
  • Side Focus
  • Guard-Ion Lens Coating
  • CDS-ZL2
  • Push Button Illumination
  • 5:1 Zoom Ratio

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

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Key Features

  • Experience superior clarity with the Leupold VX-5HD riflescope's advanced optical system.
  • Achieve exceptional accuracy with the illuminated FireDot reticle for precise aiming.
  • Enjoy versatile magnification from 3-15x, ideal for both close and long-range shooting.
  • The 56mm objective lens provides excellent light transmission for bright images, even in low light.
  • Built for durability, this waterproof scope withstands harsh weather conditions for reliable use.
  • Customize your shooting experience with the ZL2 Custom Dial System for elevation adjustments.

What's in the box:

  • 3-15x56 VX-5HD Riflescope with Illuminated FireDot 4 Fine Reticle
  • CR-2032 Battery
  • Leupold Lifetime Limited Warranty