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The Twilight Max HD Light Management System is a feature of the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope that adds up to 30 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminates 90% more glare-producing stray light than competitors. It provides premium high definition edge-to-edge lens clarity.
The Front Focal Plane (FFP) reticle is a feature of the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope that magnifies along with the image. This allows for accurate range estimation at all magnification settings, making it ideal for hunters and target shooters.
The M1C3 Adjustment in the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope features a 1/4 MOA dial with three revolutions of travel, a push-button ZeroLock, and a revolution indicator. This feature allows for precise adjustments and accurate shooting.
Yes, the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope is extremely durable. It has survived 5,000 impacts on Leupold's recoil simulation machine, which tests the scope's ability to withstand the force of a .308 rifle's recoil. The scope also features military-standard scratch-resistant lenses.
Yes, the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope is designed to be waterproof and fogproof. This means it maintains its integrity and performance in all field conditions.
Review Summary
2026-02-08T19:00:00
The best scope I have ever purchased
Ryan T.

2026-02-07T19:00:00
So far, so good. Very happy with build quality and the clarity of the lenses. Mostly have only got it sighted in and some general target shooting getting the ammo choices dialed in.
Ken C.

2026-02-06T19:00:00
Have not sight in rifle yet but wow this is a nice piece of glass eye relief is amazing mounted on to a Weatherby mark v apex in 6. 5 rpm only thing I could ask for would be more mounting options in the 35 mil tube. Can not wait to take to the range and run it through its paces
Ronald H.

2026-02-01T19:00:00
Looking to purchase another one!
alex o.

2026-02-01T19:00:00
Crystal clear!! The eye relief is just amazing and the tracking is spot on!! These Mark 5's are so awesome!! Thanks Leupold making such a great Scope!!
Jimmy C.

2026-01-31T19:00:00
Have owned leupold optics all my life and this purchase does not disappoint!!!!
Troy T.

2026-01-30T19:00:00
Crisp clear glass, buy in cost was not free by any means, but I don't regret the money after this hunting season
Samuel G.

2026-01-25T19:00:00
Excellent scope. Just got an elk with it. First focal plane and pr1, retinal is perfect for my uses. Shoots good at a thousand yards too.
Frank C.

2026-01-23T19:00:00
Fantastic clarity and smooth operation
Rod H.

2026-01-20T19:00:00
Very clear glass, with excellent turret feel and operation. The eyebox is super comfortable and sufficiently forgiving. The reticle design helps maintain focus better compared to the older TMR. One minor drawback is that the reticle does not have 1 MIL markings.
Tian

2026-01-19T19:00:00
This is one of the finest scopes I have owned, the clarity, the ease of use and of course the unbelievable warranty. I am truly a Leupold customer for life.
Don Z.

2026-01-17T19:00:00
I love it. It's clear and well built. Not much else to say.
Ryan L.

2026-01-15T19:00:00
Put it on my new Bergara Cima CF in 7 PRC. Haven't put a round through the rifle yet but the scope is the one of my dreams. My get another for my Springfield Waypoint 2020 in 6. 5 PRC as well.
Tracy D.

2026-01-14T19:00:00
This is my second mark 5 HD. This is a high quality optic with many useful features. Excellent overall choice for long range shooting sports.
Guy J.

2026-01-12T19:00:00
It's awesome
James S.

2026-01-12T19:00:00
I love everything about the scope except the abscense of illumination. At the price point and features illumination should be standard especially on a FFP scope
Kevin K.

2026-01-09T19:00:00
Best optic I've ever owned!
Dustyn F.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
Really happy with this scope!
Gary H.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
Great scope clarity is what you would expect from leupold clear and crisp. Magnification is great and tracking is awesome love how it locks so there is no accidental bump movement when packing it around. Will definitely be getting more to fit all my guns with them
Ryker F.

2026-01-06T19:00:00
As with all my previous Leupold products the glass is clear, reticle is great for current application. Turrets track well and hold zero.
Beverly J.

2026-01-05T19:00:00
best scope ever hands down. Leupold has a customer for life. the MK 5 3-18x44 is unbeatable in this mag range for its size and weight. glass is amazing, adjustments are crisp and smooth, and zero stop works perfectly.
Dan S.

2026-01-05T19:00:00
The best scopes on the market period. Most highground schools still recommend Leupold for a reason. Turrets have positive clicks and glass is incredibly clear.
Christopher V.

2026-01-04T19:00:00
Clarity is unreal and the controls click sharply. Finish on everything is exceptional
Nathan B.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
I was on the fence with the tmr reticle in this scope, but after spending some time with it, it is plenty fine enough for the work i do. I think the pr1 or other more finely reticled would be too thin and unusable in any range other than 12x up. The reticle is clear and usable at 5x all the way up to 18x. Eye box is pretty generous through the magnification range as well. I also love the locking turrets which was the feature that put me here over other options. Im about to replace my other non mk5 scopes that arent already nightforce or razor hd. . . i prefer this to those bc of the locking turrets (my rifle deploys from a pack a lot. . . )
Nicholas S.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Excellent glass with a great/accurate turret system. Love the Mark 5HD scopes!
Michael M.

2026-01-02T19:00:00
Absolutely phenomenal piece of glass. Great clarity at max magnification and I love how forgiving the eye box is. Goes perfect on my new DMR.
Justin P.

2025-12-28T19:00:00
Very good eye relief, crystal clear glass, easy to zero --- but the couple issues I had was it arrived with a stained sun shade (it's an fde colored scope) after contacting leupold I was told they'd take care of but sent me a black replacement. . when contacting them about this I was told they only have black sun shades??? Obviously not because I ordered an fde scope so they are obviously making them for production scopes. At the range sighting in the scope I had an issue that involved not being able to get the scope/reticle low enough. You can take the turret off and bring it lower but I had to go 2 full turns with I thought was quite a bit . . after that was done no issues. It's my first leupold scope but won't be my last.
Chris L.

2025-12-28T19:00:00
Fantastic!
Omar S.

2025-12-23T19:00:00
The quality and ergonomics of this scope have been a great fit for my shooting. The quality of the glass is great. Clear images throughout the zoom range. It is easy to spot my hits and those few misses :). This has helped my game improve.
James R.

2025-12-19T19:00:00
This is an excellent scope. Crystal clear. The Tremor scale is what you want.
Joshua B.

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3.6-18x
1.7" (44mm)
1.38" (35mm)
PR-1 MOA
2.4mm
28.4-5.8' @ 100 yd (9.45-1.92m @ 100m)
3.54-3.82" (90-97mm)
MOA: 100-80
MIL: 29.1-23.3
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12.06" (30.6cm)
26 oz (737g)
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I've had them all
By Hunter
I've owned and shot 95% of your premium brands, Kahles, Nightforce, S&B, Razors, etc and none are as good as this scope. The turrets are incredible, the glass is brighter than all of the other scopes and on par with the Kahles. The glass shows more color to my eye at extreme distance 1500 yds and beyond than my Kahles which is why it replaced it on my 338 Lapua. I've never lost a zero, even on a big caliber and had first round impact repeatability with no issue. Very well thought out and very...
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Amazing clarity!!!
By Sonny
I recently shot at an ELR Competition in Wyoming. We engaged targets out to 2100 yards. On that 2100 yard target I could see all of the impact marks from shooters that had previously hit the target.
You will experience a noticeable difference when you handle the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope. This high-quality scope is significantly lighter than its competitors, weighing up to 20 ounces less. The advanced design features superior edge-to-edge clarity and extreme low-light performance, enhancing your shooting accuracy even in challenging lighting conditions.
The Combat Competition Hunter reticle of this durable riflescope offers versatility and precision. With three revolutions of elevation adjustment, the Mark 5HD is engineered to optimize the performance of the latest long-range rifles and ammunition. The ergonomic design includes tactile, audible click adjustments and larger numbers, allowing for faster, more accurate fire downrange.
The Mark 5HD Riflescope is Punisher Tested, surviving 5,000 impacts on Leupold's recoil simulation machine, ensuring its reliability and durability. The fast-focus eyepiece brings the reticle into focus quickly, while the scratch-resistant lenses offer military-standard protection.
The ultra-lightweight design disperses recoil energy for unrivaled durability and performance. The scope is waterproof and fogproof, ready to perform in all field conditions. The M1C3 Adjustment features a 1/4 MOA dial with three revolutions of travel, a push-button ZeroLock, and a revolution indicator.
The side focus parallax adjustment allows for fast, easy parallax focusing from any shooting position. The front focal plane (FFP) reticle magnifies along with the image, providing greater accuracy of range estimation for hunters and target shooters.
The 35mm Maintube allows for unparalleled windage and elevation adjustment travel. The Twilight Max HD Light Management System adds up to 30 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminates 90% more glare-producing stray light than competitors, providing premium high definition edge-to-edge lens clarity.
The riflescope also features a throw lever for near-instant magnification changes and a 5:1 zoom ratio for versatile magnification range. The dial illumination control offers positive clicks and clear numerical intensity level indicators. The PR-1MOA Reticle, created with input from elite shooters and hunters, provides a large number of aiming points for long range and extreme long range shots.
Experience the difference with the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 Series Riflescope, designed for accuracy, reliability, and performance.