The Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15×44 riflescope (part no. 183850) pairs a 5:1 zoom range with high-definition glass in a compact 30mm package built for hunters who need speed and clarity in the same optic. Leupold coats the lenses with Guard-Ion for scratch and moisture resistance, and the illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle puts a bright aiming point on target in low light without cluttering the sight picture at daylight settings. At just over a pound and 13.5 inches long, the scope stays out of the way on a hunting rifle. Among versatile gun scopes for big game and precision field work, the VX-5HD Gen 2 covers close cover and open country in one mount.

Key Specifications

• The magnification range is 3-15x, covering close-range work through extended precision aiming.
• The objective lens measures 44mm, increasing light gathering for low-light performance.
• The main tube diameter is 30mm, adding elevation travel and broad mount compatibility.
• The reticle is an illuminated FireDot Duplex, giving a clear aiming point with selectable illumination.
• The reticle sits on the second focal plane, keeping subtensions constant at the reference magnification.
• The scope weighs 20.1 ounces, balancing rugged construction with carry-friendly mass.
• Overall length is 13.5 inches, keeping the package compact on hunting rifles.
• Adjustments move in 1/4 MOA clicks, enabling fine, repeatable tuning.
• Illumination runs on a CR2032 battery, supporting extended run time.
• The optic is rated waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof, holding up in demanding field conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the FireDot reticle add over a standard Duplex? An illuminated center dot that stays visible in dawn, dusk, and timber shadow, while the surrounding Duplex crosshair stays available for daylight precision.

Is 3-15x enough range for both brush and open-country hunting? Yes, 3x handles close, fast shots while 15x resolves distant game across a field or ridge.

What battery does the illumination use? A CR2032 coin cell, a common size worth keeping a spare of in your pack.

Buy the Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15×44

Hunts rarely announce their distance in advance, and this VX-5HD’s zoom range and illuminated reticle mean the scope doesn’t have to guess either. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast, fully insured.