Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 M5C3 FFP Riflescope
- Objective Lens Diameter: 44 mm
- Mounting Type: Picatinny Mount Or Weaver Mount
- Night vision: No
- Material Type: Aluminum
Last refreshed Jun 22, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A first focal plane precision scope from a well known US maker, aimed at shooters who dial or hold in mils rather than casual hunters wanting a basic crosshair.
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ASIN: B0CT3PT6GYModel: Mark 5HDCategory: Rifle Scopes
More from this brandAll Leupold rifle scopesOverview
The Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 is a 35mm front focal plane rifle scope built for long range precision shooting, using Leupold's PR2-Mil reticle and M5C3 elevation turret for repeatable dialing.
This is Leupold's precision line, aimed at shooters who already run a first focal plane reticle and mil based turrets rather than a general hunting crowd. The FFP design means the reticle subtensions stay accurate at every magnification, useful for ranging or holdover at low power, not just at full zoom. Leupold builds it in the USA and backs it with the standard waterproof, fogproof and shockproof rating, though the listing gives no detail on turret click value or eye relief.
- 35mm main tube, 3.6-18x44
- First focal plane PR2-Mil reticle
- M5C3 elevation turret with zero reset
- Assembled in the USA
Who it's for
Built for long range or competition shooters running a mil based ballistic system who want a reticle that keeps its measurements correct across the full 3.6-18x zoom range. Less suited to hunters who mainly want a simple duplex reticle at one power setting.
Pros and cons
- FFP reticle stays accurate at any magnification setting
- M5C3 turret built for repeatable zero resets
- Made and assembled in the USA
- Waterproof, fogproof and shockproof build
- Listing does not specify turret click value or eye relief
Performance notes
The front focal plane design scales the PR2-Mil reticle with magnification, so mil holdovers and range estimation read correctly whether the scope sits at 3.6x or the full 18x, not just at max zoom like a second focal plane scope. The M5C3 turret is built for repeated dialing back to zero. Leupold rates the scope as waterproof, fogproof and shockproof, and it is designed, machined and assembled in the USA.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Model | Mark 5HD |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 44 mmhigher than 62% of 309 rifle scopes |
| Item Weight | 2.5 poundshigher than 95% of 238 rifle scopes |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Matte Finish |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Picatinny Mount Or Weaver Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Other details | |
| Night vision | No |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Item Type Name | Riflescope |
Closest rivals on specs
Hawke Vantage 4-12x40 Rimfire .22 WMR Scope with Rings- Objective Lens Diameter 44 vs 40 mm (+10%)
SIG SAUER TANGO6 5-30x56 FFP Riflescope- Objective Lens Diameter 44 vs 50 mm (-12%)
RIX Tourer T20 Digital Night Vision Rifle Scope- Objective Lens Diameter 44 vs 50 mm (-12%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leupold Mark 5HD 182943 a first or second focal plane scope?
It's front focal plane (FFP), so the PR2-Mil reticle subtensions stay correct at every magnification from 3.6x to 18x.
What reticle does the Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44 use?
It uses Leupold's PR2-Mil reticle paired with the M5C3 elevation turret.
Is this scope made in the USA?
Yes, Leupold states it is designed, machined and assembled in the USA.