Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 Rifle Scope 4-20x52
- Rifle Scope
- 52 mm
- 4x
- Hunting
A long-range oriented scope built for distance work, with a lifetime guarantee behind it. Choose the lower-magnification 2-10x42 sibling instead for close-range hunting.
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Overview
A higher-magnification VX-5HD Gen 2 rifle scope from Leupold, running 4 to 20 power through a 52mm objective in a 34mm tube, with side focus parallax adjustment and an illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle.
This is the longer-range sibling to Leupold's 2-10x42 VX-5HD Gen 2, trading the wider low-end field of view for more top-end magnification and a larger objective lens for light gathering at distance. Leupold backs it with a stated lifetime guarantee and US assembly.
- 4-20x52 magnification, 34mm tube
- CDS-SZL2 elevation system
- Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle
- Model 183858
Who it's for
Suits hunters and shooters who need reach beyond typical brush-hunting distances, where the 20x top end and side focus parallax adjustment matter more than a wide low-power field of view. Not the pick for close-cover hunting where a lower minimum magnification helps target acquisition.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 4-20x zoom with 52mm objective for long range
- Side focus parallax adjustment
- Backed by a lifetime guarantee, made in USA
- Narrower low-end field of view than lower power scopes
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Performance notes
Side focus parallax adjustment lets shooters correct for target distance from the turret side rather than the objective bell, which matters more as magnification and range increase. The 34mm tube is oversized relative to standard 30mm scopes, intended to allow more internal elevation travel for the CDS-SZL2 dial at long range.
Specifications
| Brand | Leupold |
|---|---|
| Model | 183858 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 52 mm |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Color | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Rifle |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Riflescope |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Minimum | 4x |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Reticle Type | CDS-SZL2 Side Focus Illum. FireDot Duplex |
| Night vision | No |
| Product Style | CDS-SZL2 Side Focus Illum. FireDot Duplex |
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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 VX-5HD Gen 2 Rifle Scope 4-20x52This product | - | - | 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 183858
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How does this differ from Leupold's 2-10x42 VX-5HD Gen 2?
It has a higher magnification range (4-20x versus 2-10x), a larger 52mm objective, and a 34mm tube versus the 30mm tube on the lower-power model.
Does it have parallax adjustment?
Yes, it uses a side focus parallax dial.
Is there a warranty?
Leupold states it carries a lifetime guarantee.