Bushnell R5 Illuminated Riflescope
- Rifle Scope
- Blend
- illuminated DOA-LRH800
- Wall Mount
A clear, bright scope for the price that most buyers found reliable in the field, though one report of failed windage adjustment means it is worth confirming zero at the range before a hunt.
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How it ranks among the 359 rifle scopes we track
4.5★ across 52 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
52 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Bushnell R5 is an illuminated riflescope built around Bushnell's HD optical system and fully multi-coated glass, with an EXO Barrier lens coating and IPX7 waterproofing for field use.
Bushnell's own listing text refers to two different magnification ranges, 3-9x50 in the description and 6-18x50 in the model number and DOA-LRH800 reticle name, so confirm the exact power range before ordering. Hunters who bought it report it held zero through a hunt and stayed usable in low light thanks to the illuminated reticle. One buyer flagged a quality problem with windage tracking, worth knowing before mounting it and heading to the range.
- HD optical system for contrast and brightness
- Fully multi-coated lenses
- EXO Barrier repels water, oil and debris
- IPX7 waterproof rating
Who it's for
Suits hunters and shooters who want an illuminated reticle scope without paying for a premium optic, especially for low light dawn and dusk hunts. Less suited to shooters who need a guaranteed tight eye box for fast target acquisition, since at least one buyer found the eye box narrow and unforgiving.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers praised the clarity and brightness of the glass, several using it for hunts in low light, and multiple reviewers called it good value against pricier optics. Two complaints stood out: one buyer struggled to find a workable eye box compared to other scopes, and another had a scope that would not adjust correctly and would not track true windage after multiple rounds at the range.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Bright, clear glass in low light
- Illuminated reticle held zero on a hunt
- Second focal plane reticle design
- Narrow eye box, hard to find quickly
- One reported windage tracking failure
Specifications
| Brand | Brand |
|---|---|
| Model | R5-61850S25 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.32 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | R5 Riflescope |
| Other details | |
| Sport Type | Hunting, Shooting, Target Practice |
| Reticle Type | illuminated DOA-LRH800 |
| Night vision | No |
| Product Style | Classic |
| Field Of View | 17.3 Feet |
| Item Type Name | Rifle Scope |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rifle scopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushnell R5 Illuminated RiflescopeThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 52 | 4.0 / 5 |
| UTG 3-12X44 30mm Compact ScopeUTG | 4.5 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.4 / 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 |
| EOTECH XPS2 Holographic Weapon SightEotech | 4.6 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Brand R5-61850S25
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Bushnell R5 a first or second focal plane scope?
Reviewers confirm it is a second focal plane design, which one buyer called unusual to see at this price point.
What magnification does the R5 in this listing cover?
The model number and reticle name point to 6-18x50, though Bushnell's own description text refers to a 3-9x50 version, so check the listing details before buying.
Does the illuminated reticle work if the battery dies?
Yes, reviewers note the etched reticle stays visible without illumination, it just loses the lit dot.