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The 4-20x52 VX-5HD Riflescope is designed to be versatile and adaptable, making it suitable for a wide range of environments, from densely wooded areas to open spaces where long-range precision is required.
Leupold's Custom Dial System allows you to customize the turret to match your specific ballistics and environmental conditions, enabling you to range your target, adjust the dial for distance, and shoot with precise accuracy.
Motion Sensor Technology automatically deactivates the illuminated reticle after five minutes of inactivity to conserve battery life, and reactivates it instantly when movement is detected, ensuring that the reticle is ready whenever you need it.
Yes, the riflescope is built to be waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, allowing it to perform reliably in extreme weather conditions, elevation changes, and during exposure to shocks and impacts.
The FireDot Duplex Illuminated Reticle features multiple brightness settings, allowing you to adjust the illumination to suit changing light conditions and ensure optimal visibility and target acquisition.
Review Summary
2026-03-02T19:00:00
This is a wonderful scope tracks great clarity Low light is amazing I have two of these
robert F.

2026-03-01T19:00:00
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
Completely satisfied
Richard T.

2026-02-26T19:00:00
Excellent in every way! Crystal clear and looks perfect on my rifle.
Michael G.

2026-02-26T19:00:00
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.

2026-02-19T19:00:00
Love my optics. Make my 7 PRC a dream come true
Darius S.

2026-02-17T19:00:00
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
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
These are absolutely the best quality scopes for the money spent! True Leupold quality!
Obadiah G.

2026-01-27T19:00:00
Good product. This is the 3rd one like this I have purchased.
charles s.

2026-01-18T19:00:00
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
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
Works great, clear glass. Switching all my vortex's to leupold.
Cole H.

2026-01-11T19:00:00
Fine quality
Lester J.

2026-01-08T19:00:00
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
love it
jerry w.

2026-01-05T19:00:00
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
clear beautiful glass with classic look. always impressed with Leopold. VX-5HD doesn't disappoint.
James H.

2026-01-04T19:00:00
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
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
Great glass and very simple. Perfect for hunting
Ryan T.

2025-12-27T19:00:00
Great eye relied. Clear objective. Excellent ootics!
Julio M.

2025-12-26T19:00:00
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
My favorite scope ever
Jameson c.

2025-12-04T19:00:00
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
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
Excellent scope works very well. Easy to set cds and piwer
sandy g.

2025-11-21T19:00:00
Wouldn't track right it's back to Leupold their looking at it.
Brian M.

2025-11-17T19:00:00
I lost my CDS dial twice, even after tightening down the screws on an elk hunt. This was pretty detrimental.
Rustin A.

2025-11-16T19:00:00
One of my favorite scopes of all times! Such a great piece for hunting anything close to medium and long range. The edge to edge clarity and repeatability of the turrets are spectacular. I think I need a few more!!!
Dustin B.

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Matte Black
Side Focus
No
Second Focal Plane
CDS-ZL2
Yes
Yes
Set Screw
Pop-Up Rezero
No
Illuminated
Illum. FireDot Duplex
Professional-Grade Optical System
Variable
Push Button
No
Yes
No
No
Elevation: 1/4MOA
Windage: 1/4MOA
Elevation: 75
Windage: 75
Elevation: 22
Windage: 22
Elevation: 85.83" (218cm)
Windage: 85.83"(218cm)
Elevation: 20 MOA
Windage: 15 MOA
38MOA
4-20x
52mm
Low Mag: 28.4' (8.66m)
High Mag: 7.7' (2.35m)
Low Mag: 5.4 Degree
High Mag: 1.5 Degree
Low Mag: 3.7" (93.98mm)
High Mag: 3.8" (96.52mm)
50
Low Intensity: 1600 hr
Medium Intensity: 1000
High Intensity: 300
8
1.34" (34mm)
Required, included
Lithium
CR2032
1
14.7" (373.38mm)
23.5 oz (666.21g)
030317024024

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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Enhance your shooting precision with the 4-20x52 VX-5HD Riflescope, a versatile and high-performing optical tool designed for both hunters and professional shooters. This matte black riflescope, equipped with an Illuminated Second Focal Plane FireDot Duplex Reticle, offers a wide magnification range, allowing you to adapt seamlessly to any environment, whether it's densely wooded areas or extreme distances.
Constructed around Leupold's Professional-Grade Optical System, this riflescope delivers unmatched light transmission, designed to excel even in the most challenging lighting conditions. Its industry-leading glare reduction ensures a clear image in harsh, direct light, while its resolution and clarity meet the high demands of professional guides and shooters in the field.
The VX-5HD is the lightest, most rugged 5:1 riflescope in its class, ensuring it won't slow you down during your outdoor adventures. It features a 5:1 Zoom Ratio, providing five times more magnification at high power than at low power, allowing you to find the perfect balance between magnification and field of view for any situation.
The side focus feature adjusts the scope's parallax, enhancing the clarity of the reticle and reducing perceived movement when shooting at different distances. The ZeroStop system and Zero Lock Dial prevent accidental dial movement, ensuring precision and accuracy.
The riflescope also includes Leupold's Custom Dial System (CDS), which allows you to customize your turret to your exact ballistics and environmental conditions. The Motion Sensor Technology (MST) extends battery life by deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and reactivating instantly upon detecting movement.
The CDS-ZL2 Elevation Dial provides two revolutions of elevation adjustment while preventing accidental dial movement with the push-button ZeroLock system. The FireDot Duplex Illumination brings new technology to a classic design, with multiple brightness settings for changing conditions and quick target acquisition.
Designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, this riflescope is waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, ensuring durability and reliability in various conditions. With the 4-20x52 VX-5HD Riflescope, you're investing in relentless versatility and professional-grade performance.