Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56 Side Focus Riflescope
- Magnification Minimum: 5x
- Magnification Maximum: 25x
- Objective Lens Diameter: 56 mm
- Mounting Type: Picatinny Mount
Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well-regarded long-range Leupold scope, but confirm ring compatibility for the 35mm tube and do not assume the reticle is illuminated without checking the specific listing.
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ASIN: B08QSN8Y8CModel: Mark 5HDCategory: Rifle Scopes
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A first focal plane rifle scope with 5-25x magnification, a 56mm objective, and a PR2-MIL reticle. Built with M5C3 turrets giving 30 mils of adjustment across three revolutions, machined and assembled in the USA.
This is a high-magnification long-range scope built around Leupold's M5C3 turret system, with the reticle scaling through the full zoom range since it sits in the first focal plane. It uses a 35mm main tube, which narrows ring and mount compatibility compared to more common 30mm scopes. At least one buyer received a unit listed with an illuminated reticle that was not actually illuminated, so it is worth confirming that detail before ordering.
- 5-25x56mm first focal plane riflescope
- PR2-MIL reticle, matte finish
- M5C3 turrets, 30 mils adjustment in 3 revolutions
- Machined and assembled in the USA, waterproof and fogproof
Who it's for
Long-range shooters who want a first focal plane reticle and are prepared to source 35mm rings, since standard 30mm mounts will not fit. Less suited to anyone who specifically needs an illuminated reticle without double-checking the listing.
Pros and cons
- 35mm tube limits compatible ring and mount options
- At least one listing mismatch on reticle illumination reported by a buyer
- One buyer received a unit with lens scratches and an off-cant reticle
Performance notes
The first focal plane PR2-MIL reticle keeps its subtensions accurate at any magnification from 5x to 25x, which matters for holdover and ranging at long distance. One reviewer using it for PRS shooting found the 0.25 mil markings easy to read without clutter, and another reported sub-inch groups at 200 yards. The 35mm tube is less common than 30mm, which limited ring options for at least one buyer.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Model | Mark 5HD |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 56 mmhigher than 91% of 309 rifle scopes |
| Item Weight | 1.88 poundshigher than 76% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Picatinny Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 5x |
| Magnification Maximum | 25x |
| Night vision | No |
| Thread Type | Picatinny Compatible |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Item Type Name | Riflescope |
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Frequently asked questions
Does this scope have an illuminated reticle?
Specs do not list illumination, and one buyer noted their unit, despite a listing describing it as illuminated, was not.
What ring size does it need?
It uses a 35mm main tube, which has fewer ring options than the more common 30mm size.
Is the reticle first or second focal plane?
First focal plane, so the reticle scales with magnification for consistent holdover at any zoom setting.