Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44
- Rifle Scope
- 44 mm
- 3.6x
- 18x
- Better rated than 84%
A US-made first focal plane scope built for professional and demanding field use, with one reviewer specifically praising its clarity.
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How it ranks among the 359 rifle scopes we track
5.0★ across 1 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 359 rifle scopes we track - how the scorecard works · full rifle scopes data report. Confidence: limited - limited rating history.Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 is a first focal plane riflescope built on a 35mm tube with an M1C3 turret and PR2-MOA reticle in a matte finish.
Leupold markets its Professional-Grade Optical System around light transmission and glare reduction in harsh direct light, and the scope is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA. As a first focal plane scope, the reticle magnifies along with the image, so range estimation works at any zoom setting rather than just one.
- 3.6-18x44 first focal plane riflescope
- 35mm main tube with M1C3 turret
- PR2-MOA reticle in matte finish
- Designed, machined, and assembled in the USA
Who it's for
Fits shooters and guides who want a professional-grade scope with a wide 3.6-18x zoom range and reliable holdover accuracy at any magnification. Casual hunters who don't need that zoom range may find it more scope than they need.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
The one review specifically praises the glass as crisp and clear, noting it works well for the reviewer's aging eyes, and credits Leupold's reputation for quality.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Reticle scales accurately across the full 3.6-18x zoom
- Wide zoom range suits both closer and longer shots
- Designed, machined, and assembled in the USA
- Only one review available so far
Performance notes
The 3.6-18x zoom on a 44mm objective is paired with a 35mm main tube, and Leupold's glare reduction is aimed at keeping the image clear in harsh direct light rather than just low-light conditions. The scope is built waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Model | 182944 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 44 mm |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Matte Finish |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Rail Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 3.6x |
| Magnification Maximum | 18x |
| Sport Type | Shooting |
| Reticle Type | PR2-MOA (182944) |
| Night vision | No |
| Product Style | PR2-MOA (182944) |
| Item Type Name | Riflescope |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rifle scopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44This product | 5.0 / 5 | 1 | 2.7 / 5 |
| UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact ScopeUTG | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Vortex Optics Diamondback Second Focal PlaneBrand | 4.7 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
| PINTY Tactical Rifle Scope Combo: Illuminated OpticsPinty | 4.4 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Firefield RapidStrike 1-6x24 SFP Riflescope KitFirefield | 4.5 / 5 | 900 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Leupold 182944
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What magnification range does the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 cover?
It runs from 3.6x to 18x with a 44mm objective lens.
Is this scope made in the USA?
Yes, Leupold states it is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA.
What reticle comes on this model?
It ships with Leupold's PR2-MOA reticle on the first focal plane.