Unlocking Precision: The Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56mm Riflescope for Elite Performance

Are you a serious long-range shooter, a competitive PRS enthusiast, or a discerning hunter demanding uncompromising performance from your optics? Do you constantly seek an edge, where every ounce, every click, and every shard of light transmission counts? Then the Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56mm riflescope, specifically the 171775 model featuring the advanced Tremor 3 reticle, is engineered precisely for your pursuit of unparalleled accuracy and speed in the field or at the range. This isn't just another riflescope; it's a meticulously crafted instrument designed to solve critical challenges faced by precision shooters, from reducing fatigue during extended carry to ensuring rapid, repeatable adjustments under pressure.

The Pursuit of Lightness: A Game-Changer in Long-Range Optics

One of the most striking advantages of the Leupold Mark 5HD is its revolutionary weight reduction. For those who trek long distances with their gear or engage in demanding shooting competitions where every gram adds up, this scope stands out. The Mark 5HD is engineered to be an astonishing up to 20 ounces lighter than comparable riflescopes in its class. What does this mean for you? Less fatigue on multi-day hunts, a more balanced rifle system for faster target transitions in competition, and overall enhanced portability without sacrificing durability or optical quality. When you're carrying your rifle for hours or making rapid adjustments in a dynamic shooting scenario, the difference in weight translates directly into improved performance and a more comfortable experience. This significant weight advantage is a testament to Leupold's innovative design and advanced material science, utilizing robust aircraft-grade aluminum that withstands extreme conditions while keeping the overall package incredibly svelte.

Unrivaled Clarity: The Professional Grade Optical System

Precision shooting demands impeccable optical clarity, and the Leupold Mark 5HD delivers this in spades with its Professional Grade Optical System. This sophisticated system ensures exceptional light transmission, vibrant color reproduction, and edge-to-edge sharpness across the entire 5-25x magnification range. What will you notice? A crystal-clear sight picture even in challenging low-light conditions, allowing for accurate target identification and shot placement at dawn, dusk, or under heavy canopy. The massive 56mm objective lens works in harmony with the expertly coated lenses to gather maximum light, providing bright, high-contrast images crucial for discerning fine details at extreme distances. Whether you're trying to spot a distant varmint or read mirage patterns over a mile away, the Mark 5HD's optical performance ensures you see everything you need to make the shot.

Mastering the Wind and Distance: The First Focal Plane Tremor 3 Reticle

At the heart of the Mark 5HD 171775's precision capabilities lies its First Focal Plane (FFP) Tremor 3 reticle. For those new to precision optics, understanding FFP is crucial: the reticle scales proportionally with your magnification setting. This means that your holdovers, windage corrections, and ranging calculations remain accurate regardless of whether you're at 5x or 25x magnification. This is an invaluable feature for dynamic long-range engagements where quick adjustments to magnification are common. The Tremor 3 reticle itself is renowned for its intuitive design, providing precise aiming points for elevation and windage, along with horizontal lines for quick holdovers and ranging. Its clean yet comprehensive layout allows for rapid target engagement without obscuring the target, making it a favorite among competitive shooters and tactical professionals who require precise and efficient data interpretation directly in their field of view. Learning to utilize the Tremor 3 effectively empowers shooters to make precise corrections for complex environmental factors, significantly enhancing first-shot hit probability.

Precision Under Pressure: M5C3 ZeroLock Adjustments and ZeroStop

When asking, "What makes a precision scope truly reliable?", the answer often lies in its adjustment system. The Mark 5HD features Leupold's M5C3 ZeroLock adjustments, designed for unparalleled precision and repeatability. These turrets offer tactile, audible clicks that are distinct and firm, ensuring you can feel and hear every precise adjustment without needing to take your eye off the target. The larger numbers on the turrets are another ergonomic marvel, allowing for quick and clear reading, even under stress or in low light. The "ZeroLock" feature provides a positive, push-button locking mechanism that prevents accidental adjustments to your elevation turret, a common frustration for shooters in the field. This means once you set your zero, it stays locked until you deliberately unlock it, providing immense confidence. Complementing this is the ZeroStop feature, which allows you to quickly return to your established zero without having to count clicks. This is particularly valuable when dialing for extreme distances and then needing to revert to a closer zero rapidly. Imagine transitioning from a 1000-yard target back to a 300-yard target – with ZeroStop, a simple turn brings you right back to your zero, saving precious seconds and eliminating guesswork. This combination of tactile feedback, clear markings, ZeroLock, and ZeroStop provides a robust, idiot-proof adjustment system critical for competitive shooting and tactical applications where precision and speed are paramount.

Built to Endure: Robust Construction for Any Environment

Durability is non-negotiable for a high-performance riflescope. The Leupold Mark 5HD 171775 is constructed from aircraft-grade aluminum, ensuring it can withstand the harshest environments and the recoil of magnum calibers. Its robust 35mm maintube provides exceptional strength and allows for a greater range of internal adjustment, giving you more elevation and windage travel for those extreme long-range shots. Leupold’s commitment to ruggedness is legendary; every Mark 5HD undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it is absolutely waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof. This means you can trust your scope to perform flawlessly whether you're in driving rain, freezing temperatures, or high humidity, or if it takes an accidental bump during transport. For the hunter facing unpredictable weather or the competitor pushing their gear to the limits, this inherent resilience offers invaluable peace of mind, knowing your optic will not fail when it matters most.

Ergonomics and User Experience: Designed for Speed and Comfort

Beyond its optical and mechanical prowess, the Mark 5HD is ergonomically designed for the user. The high-speed throw lever allows for rapid magnification changes, enabling you to quickly adapt from a wide field of view for spotting to high magnification for precise aiming. The side focus parallax adjustment is conveniently located and allows for quick, precise parallax correction from 50 yards to infinity, ensuring a clear, parallax-free image at any range and magnification. Furthermore, the generous eye relief of 3.58" - 3.82" provides a comfortable and forgiving sight picture, reducing eye strain during long periods of observation and ensuring safety when shooting heavy recoiling rifles. The balance of its dimensions and weight, combined with intuitive controls, makes the Mark 5HD not just a tool, but an extension of the shooter's capabilities.

Who Benefits Most from the Leupold Mark 5HD 171775?

This precision optic is ideal for a diverse range of users who demand top-tier performance:

• Precision Rifle Series (PRS) Competitors: The lightweight design, FFP Tremor 3 reticle, and rapid, repeatable M5C3 adjustments make it a dominant choice for navigating complex stages with varying distances and time constraints.
• Long-Range Hunters: For those pursuing game at extended ranges, the superior low-light performance, optical clarity, and precise adjustments ensure ethical and effective shot placement even in challenging conditions.
• Tactical and Law Enforcement Professionals: Its rugged durability, immediate zero return, and intuitive reticle system are critical for demanding operational environments where reliability and quick target acquisition are paramount.
• Dedicated Long-Range Enthusiasts: If your passion is pushing the limits of your rifle and your skill at extreme distances, the Mark 5HD provides the necessary tools to achieve consistent sub-MOA groups and engage targets with confidence out to 1000 yards and beyond.

Why Leupold? A Legacy of Trust and Innovation

When considering a significant investment in a precision riflescope, the brand behind the product matters. Leupold has been a trusted name in optics for over a century, known for its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Their products are rigorously tested to ensure they meet the highest standards of performance and durability. Choosing a Leupold Mark 5HD means investing in a legacy of American-made excellence (Leupold scopes are designed, machined, and assembled in the USA), backed by a reputation for optics that perform when it counts. Their dedication to the shooting community is reflected in every feature of the Mark 5HD, from its professional-grade optics to its battle-proven construction.

The Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56mm with the Tremor 3 reticle (UPC 030317012922, MPN 171775) is more than just a piece of glass; it's a precision instrument designed to elevate your shooting experience and empower you to achieve accuracy you never thought possible. For the shooter who understands that success at distance is a sum of many parts, and every part must be optimized, the Mark 5HD stands ready to deliver. This exceptional riflescope, along with a wide array of premium shooting sports equipment, is available through DEGuns, your trusted source for high-performance firearms and accessories.

Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56mm Riflescope Specifications

Feature	Detail	Measurement
Brand	Leupold	-
Model	Mark 5HD	-
Magnification	5-25x	-
Tube Diameter	35mm	-
Material	Aluminum	-
Firearm Type	Rifle	-
Finish	Matte Black	-
Field of View	4.20 - 20.50	ft @ 100 yds
Adjustment Size	0.10 Mil	-
Focal Plane	First	-
Objective Lens	56mm	-
Eye Relief	3.58" - 3.82"	-
Windage Adjustment	60 MOA	-
Length	15.67"	-
Focus Type	Side Parallax	-
Parallax Adjustment	50 yds - ∞	-
Elevation Adjustment	120 MOA	-
Weight	30 oz	-
Exit Pupil Diameter	2.20mm	-
Windage & Elevation	Adjustable	-
SKU	47251	-
UPC	030317012922	-
MPN	171775	-