Leupold Mark 5HD 2-10x – Shooters Asked & Leupold Responds

When it comes to optics in the modern age as a manufacturer you need to have a bit of everything to please everyone. That way, just like porridge, shooters and hunters alike can find magnification levels and features that are not too much, not too little, but just right. A lot of people have been requesting that Leupold specifically come out with a 2-10x riflescope through their Mark 5HD lineup, and they finally have with the Leupold Mark 5HD 2-10x.

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While some people might be thinking “isn’t that suspiciously close to being an LPVO-style optic,” you are exactly right yet it gives you more help on the bottom range of your magnification. None of the Mark 5HD scopes are cheap through that lineup and neither will the 2-10x offering with 3 different reticle choices (MSRP $1,999 – $2,499). All of the specifications for the Leupold Mark 5HD 2-10x can be read below as presented by Leupold:

5:1 Zoom Ratio
- A versatile 5:1 zoom ratio gives you 5 times more magnification at high power than at low power (model magnification ranges may be available in powers of 5x: 1-5, 2-10, 3-15, 4-20, etc.), so you can adjust your magnification to find the perfect balance between magnification and field of view for any situation. The larger the zoom ratio, the more versatile one scope can be.
Professional-Grade Optical System
- Leupold’s Professional-Grade Optical System offers unmatched light transmission that’s designed to outperform in the most challenging lighting conditions, industry-leading glare reduction for a clear image in harsh, direct light, and the resolution and clarity that professional guides and shooters demand in the field.
1/10 MIL or 1/4 MOA Click Adjustment
- The available 1/10th MIL (M5C3) or 1/4 MOA (M1C3) click windage and elevation provide precise and repeatable dialing for any shooter.

Motion Sensor Technology (MST™)
- Motion Sensor Technology (MST™) extends battery life by automatically deactivating illuminated reticles after five minutes of inactivity and then reactivates instantly as soon as movement is detected.
Removeable Throw Lever
- The removable, low-profile throw lever makes changing magnifications quick and easy. It includes a thread protector plug to use when the lever is removed.
35mm Maintube
- Larger 34mm and 35mm maintubes produce ample windage and elevation adjustment travel, which is ideal for long-range shooting.

Waterproof, Fogproof & Shockproof
- Leupold pioneered modern waterproof and fogproof technology using advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks, so the internals of the optics stay moisture free and crystal clear for life.
M5C3 or M1C3 Zerolock® Adjustments
- M5C3 ZeroLock® Adjustments: These low-profile dials are available on select models and provide up to 30-MILs of adjustment in 3 revolutions and 0.1 MIL clicks. Visual and tactile revolution indicators ensure you don’t get lost in the travel. The ZeroLock® feature prevents inadvertent adjustments and ensures accurate return to zero. M1C3 ZeroLock® Adjustments: These low-profile dials are available on select models and provide up to 71.5MOA of adjustment in 3 revolutions and 1/4 MOA clicks. Visual and tactile revolution indicators ensure you don’t get lost in the travel. The ZeroLock® feature prevents inadvertent adjustments and ensures accurate return to zero.

We caught a glimpse of the optic at SHOT Show 2023, but now Leupold is stating that production is ramping up and it is here! For anybody looking to a powerful yet moderately magnified riflescope this could be valuable for tournament shooting and/or hunting. As always, let us know all of your thoughts in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.

Adam Scepaniak