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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
2026-01-08T19:00:00
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.

2025-12-13T19:00:00
Good optic
Jonathan K.

2025-11-30T19:00:00
Great glass / buy once cry once has another convert. Tracks well and is clear. Just need to figure out how many others to buy. Will probably settle on the 5x25 next time
David R.

2025-11-30T19:00:00
Clear glass with an amazing reticle. with plenty of magnification for a DMR
Alex P.

2025-11-28T19:00:00
Great product.
Nick B.

2025-11-21T19:00:00
Love it.
Mark S.

2025-11-21T19:00:00
The clarity is to notch
Jose C.

2025-11-19T19:00:00
Great scope. Clear glass and easy function.
Michael C.

2025-11-19T19:00:00
The crispest of glass. Supa strong tube. Reticle is very nice. Light weight. I dig it. 5 stars
Joshua C.

2025-11-17T19:00:00
The clarity, resolution, and light gathering abilities of this scope are truly amazing. It is a worthy enhancement to my Remington 700 SPS Tactical rifle!
David S.

2025-11-14T19:00:00
Best quality scope that I have ever had Super clear Tracks perfect Plenty of eye relief
Roger E.

2025-11-09T19:00:00
Awsome scope
Kenneth S.

2025-11-09T19:00:00
THE CLICKS! This optic is recognized as one of the best and most popular for a reason. The turret clicks are incredible, the glass clarity is crisp, the tracking is spot on, it's hard to beat!
David F.

2025-11-06T19:00:00
Great scope with very clear glass. 4/5 stars mainly because of 2 specific things: 1. The lines on the elevation turret are very difficult to tell if they are lined up with the reference line. The reference line is only half as wide as the lines on the knob so difficult to tell which 0. 1 mil I'm on. And then the reference line for the windage know is VERY far away from the actual turret. The line should've either been carried through the threads or been placed inside of the threads closer to the knob. 2. The reticle and subtensions could be just a hair thicker. Easy to see at 35x but most people use it closer to 20-25x.
Jacob

2025-11-05T19:00:00
The versatility and user friendliness of these scopes are unmatched in my opinion. I have 2 now and plans of getting a 3rd one for my wife's new build. My biggest takeaway has been these scopes ability to grab light. Makes a huge difference on those first light, time to shoot moments.
Storie R.

2025-11-03T19:00:00
Scope is everything expected. Crystal clear glass, Tracks accurately, a real quality optic. Thank you leupold
Robby B.

2025-11-02T19:00:00
This is an incredible optic, I don't want the rest of my review to take away from the performance of the optic or the capability of the reticle, in daylight. I have deducted two stars from what would otherwise be a 5 star optic because of the lack of illumination at this price point. This would be my go to scope if Leupold had included illumination or at least a more bold vertical stadia on the PR-2 reticle which allowed for some level of precision during dawn and dusk at the lower magnification ranges. In lieu of that, even an illuminated center dot would be great. For some reason, Leupold continues to make what would otherwise be phenomenal optics with limited reticle choices, especially if you are looking for an illuminated reticle.
Nick V.

2025-10-26T20:00:00
I have a few leupolds and this one, like the rest, is everything you'd want in a scope. 10/10 recommend.
Joeybill W.

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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.