The Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm delivers precision optics engineered for long-range shooting applications where clarity and tracking reliability matter most. This first focal plane scope features the advanced Tremor 3 reticle system with illumination for rapid target acquisition across varying light conditions.
What Makes This Different
The Mark 5HD series incorporates Leupold's proprietary Guard-Ion lens coating technology, providing 92% light transmission compared to standard coatings that typically achieve 85-88%. The 35mm main tube construction offers 20% more internal adjustment range than traditional 30mm tubes. Zero-stop turrets with tactile feedback ensure consistent return to zero after field adjustments.
Key Features
- 3.6-18x magnification range with 44mm objective lens for versatile engagement distances
- First focal plane Tremor 3 reticle with 11 illumination settings plus off positions
- 35mm aircraft-grade aluminum tube with matte black Type III hard anodizing
- Side focus parallax adjustment from 25 yards to infinity
- Capped windage turret and exposed elevation turret with zero-stop feature
- Guard-Ion lens coating system for maximum light transmission and scratch resistance
- Waterproof to 1 meter depth and nitrogen-filled fog-proof construction
Field performance centers on the Tremor 3 reticle's ranging and holdover capabilities, allowing shooters to engage targets from 100 to 1,000+ yards without turret adjustments. The illuminated center dot maintains visibility in low-light conditions while preserving night vision. Tracking tests consistently show sub-0.1 MOA repeatability across the full adjustment range. The scope maintains zero through temperature cycling from -40°F to 140°F and withstands recoil forces up to .50 BMG levels.
Technical Specs
- Magnification: 3.6-18x with 44mm objective diameter
- Tube diameter: 35mm with matte black finish
- Eye relief: 3.7-3.8 inches across magnification range
- Field of view: 29.2-5.8 feet at 100 yards
- Exit pupil: 12.2-2.4mm diameter
- Elevation/windage adjustment: 1/4 MOA per click
- Weight: 30 ounces with 13.3-inch overall length
- Country of origin: USA with lifetime warranty coverage
Professional marksmen and competitive shooters choose the Mark 5HD for its proven optical clarity and mechanical precision. The combination of American manufacturing standards and field-tested durability makes this scope a reliable investment for serious long-range applications.