Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm: The Pinnacle of Precision Long-Range Optics

For serious shooters, competitive marksmen, and dedicated hunters who demand unparalleled accuracy and rugged reliability, the Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm riflescope (UPC 030317016388, MPN 173298) stands as a testament to American engineering excellence. This optic is not just a tool; it's a strategic advantage designed to solve the critical challenges of long-range engagement, rapid target acquisition, and precise shot placement under the most demanding conditions. Are you searching for the definitive long-range scope that won't weigh you down, offers intuitive adjustments, and provides crystal-clear vision? The Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm is engineered to be your answer.

Engineered for Unmatched Performance and Agility

One of the most remarkable attributes of the Leupold Mark 5HD is its astonishingly lightweight design. Weighing in at a mere 26 ounces, this riflescope is up to 20 ounces lighter than many other optics in its class. This significant weight reduction translates directly into tangible benefits for the shooter:

• Reduced Fatigue: Less weight on your rifle means less strain during extended periods of carrying or holding, whether you're navigating rugged terrain on a hunt or maneuvering quickly in a competitive shooting stage.
• Improved Balance and Handling: A lighter scope contributes to a better-balanced rifle system, enhancing natural point of aim and making the firearm feel more agile and responsive.
• Enhanced Mobility: For tactical operators or backcountry hunters, every ounce counts. The Mark 5HD ensures your setup remains nimble and easy to manage, allowing you to focus on the shot, not the burden of your equipment.

This commitment to lightweight yet robust construction, primarily from aircraft-grade aluminum, underscores Leupold's understanding of the real-world demands placed on high-performance optics.

The Professional-Grade Optical System: Clarity in Every Condition

At the core of the Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm is its professional-grade optical system, meticulously crafted to deliver a superior viewing experience. This advanced system ensures:

• Exceptional Light Transmission: Even in challenging low-light conditions, such as dawn or dusk, the Mark 5HD pulls in ample light to provide a bright, high-contrast image, extending your effective shooting window.
• Unparalleled Clarity and Resolution: Experience edge-to-edge sharpness with virtually no distortion. This allows for precise target identification, accurate ranging, and the ability to discern fine details at extreme distances.
• Vivid Color Fidelity: Colors appear natural and true-to-life, which is crucial for distinguishing targets from their background and assessing environmental factors.
• Reduced Glare: Leupold's proprietary lens coatings minimize glare and reflections, ensuring a clear sight picture even when shooting into direct sunlight or across reflective surfaces.

For shooters asking, "What gives me the clearest view at 1000 yards?", the answer lies in an optical system engineered with such meticulous attention to detail.

Precision and Speed: The H59 First Focal Plane Reticle

The Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm features a First Focal Plane (FFP) H59 reticle, a design favored by elite long-range shooters for its unparalleled versatility and accuracy. Understanding the FFP H59 reticle is key to unlocking the scope's full potential:

• First Focal Plane Advantage: In an FFP scope, the reticle physically grows and shrinks in proportion to the magnification. This means your reticle subtensions (the spacing of the hash marks) remain accurate at all magnification settings. Whether you're at 3.6x for wide field of view or 18x for maximum detail, your holdovers and windage corrections are always true. This eliminates the need for mental calculations or remembering specific magnification settings, streamlining your shooting process.
• The H59 Reticle Explained: The H59 reticle is a sophisticated Christmas tree-style reticle that offers an abundance of information for precise holdovers and windage corrections without obscuring the target.
  • Open Center: The uncluttered center ensures a clear view of your precise aiming point.
  • Horizontal Wind Dots: Numerous wind dots below the main horizontal stadia allow for quick and accurate windage corrections based on your ballistic data.
  • Vertical Holdover Marks: A series of precise mil-based marks extend downwards, providing ample holdover points for varying distances.
  • Integrated Ranging Features: While primarily a holdover reticle, the precise mil-based subtensions can also be used for accurate range estimation if the target size is known.

This reticle empowers shooters to make rapid and accurate adjustments for bullet drop and wind, making it ideal for dynamic shooting scenarios such as PRS (Precision Rifle Series) competitions, where targets appear at varying, often unknown, distances and conditions change rapidly.

Intuitive Adjustments: M5C3 ZeroLock Dials and Zero Stop

The Leupold Mark 5HD is built for speed and precision, and its M5C3 ZeroLock adjustments are central to this capability. Shooters often ask, "How do I make quick and reliable adjustments on my scope?" The Mark 5HD provides a definitive answer:

• M5C3 Adjustments: These turrets offer incredibly tactile and audible clicks, providing unmistakable feedback with every adjustment. Each click corresponds to a precise 0.10 Mil adjustment, ensuring extreme accuracy and repeatability. The M5C3 designation indicates the specific click value and features designed for competitive and tactical use, offering a balance of precise control and rapid manipulation.
• Large, Legible Numbers: The larger, clearly marked numbers on the turrets are easy to read at a glance, reducing the chance of error during high-stress situations.
• High-Speed Throw Lever: Integrated into the magnification ring, this lever allows for instant magnification changes, from 3.6x for close-range situational awareness to 18x for pinpoint long-range shots. This rapid adaptability is a game-changer in dynamic environments.
• ZeroLock Dial: This innovative feature locks your elevation turret at your chosen zero setting, preventing accidental adjustments in the field. To adjust elevation, simply press a button, make your correction, and release to re-engage the lock. This offers immense peace of mind, knowing your zero is secure.
• Zero Stop: The true Zero Stop mechanism ensures that once you've set your zero, you can always return to it with a hard physical stop, even in complete darkness or under duress. This eliminates the risk of accidentally dialing below your zero, a common concern for long-range shooters. It simplifies adjustments, allowing you to dial for long shots and then quickly return to your established zero without counting clicks.

Versatility Across Disciplines

The Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm is a true multi-role optic, excelling in various shooting disciplines:

• Precision Rifle Competitions (PRS/NRL): Its FFP H59 reticle, M5C3 adjustments, and rapid throw lever make it a top choice for competitors who need to engage multiple targets at varying distances under time pressure. The lightweight design is also a huge advantage for navigating stages.
• Long-Range Hunting: For hunters who demand ethical and precise shot placement at extended ranges, the Mark 5HD offers the clarity, magnification, and ballistic reticle necessary to confidently make the shot, even in challenging environments. Its robust construction ensures it can withstand the rigors of the field.
• Tactical and Law Enforcement Applications: The Mark 5HD's ruggedness, reliability, and intuitive controls make it suitable for tactical scenarios where performance is paramount.
• General Long-Range Shooting: Whether for training, casual range days, or pushing the limits of your rifle system, this scope provides the tools needed for consistent long-range accuracy.

The 35mm main tube diameter, a key specification, provides a significant advantage by allowing for a greater range of internal elevation and windage adjustment (100 MOA elevation, 80 MOA windage). This increased travel is crucial for dialing in extreme long-range shots without needing external canted scope bases in many scenarios.

Built to Endure: Ruggedness and Reliability

Leupold has a legendary reputation for building optics that last a lifetime, and the Mark 5HD is no exception. Constructed from durable aluminum, this scope is:

• Waterproof: Engineered to perform flawlessly in all weather conditions, from torrential rain to heavy snow, ensuring no moisture ingress.
• Fogproof: Nitrogen purged and sealed to prevent internal fogging, maintaining a clear sight picture even with rapid temperature changes.
• Shockproof: Designed to withstand heavy recoil and accidental impacts, maintaining its zero and structural integrity even under harsh use.

This level of robust construction provides shooters with the confidence that their optic will perform when it matters most, a critical factor for anyone who relies on their equipment in demanding situations.

Why Choose the Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm?

When considering high-performance optics, questions often arise: "Which riflescope offers the best balance of features, performance, and durability?" The Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm with the FFP H59 reticle answers these directly:

• Weight Advantage: Dramatically lighter than competitors, enhancing rifle balance and shooter mobility.
• Superior Optics: Professional-grade clarity, brightness, and resolution for unparalleled target acquisition.
• Advanced Reticle: The First Focal Plane H59 reticle provides accurate holdovers and windage corrections at any magnification.
• User-Friendly Adjustments: Tactile M5C3 clicks, ZeroLock, and Zero Stop ensure precise, repeatable, and secure adjustments.
• Battle-Proven Durability: Leupold's legendary ruggedness ensures peak performance in any environment.

For those seeking to maximize their potential in precision rifle shooting, long-range hunting, or tactical applications, the Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm (UPC 030317016388, MPN 173298) represents an investment in superior performance and unwavering reliability. This scope is meticulously crafted to put accurate fire downrange faster, giving you the edge in the field or at the range. Discover the difference precision engineering can make with a Leupold Mark 5HD, available from trusted retailers like DEGuns.

Leupold Mark 5HD 3-18x44mm Specifications

Feature	Detail
Brand	Leupold
Model	Mark 5HD
Magnification	3.6-18x
Tube Diameter	35mm
Reticle	FFP H59
Material	Aluminum
Firearm Type	Rifle
Finish	Matte Black
Field of View	5.80 - 28.40 ft @ 100 yds
Adjustment Size	0.10 Mil
Focal Plane	First
Objective	44mm
Eye Relief	3.54" - 3.82"
Windage Adj.	80 MOA
Length	12.06"
Focus Type	Side
Parallax Adj.	50 yds
Elevation Adj.	100 MOA
Weight	26 oz
Exit Pupil Dia.	2.40mm
UPC	030317016388
MPN	173298
SKU	47199