Leupold Releases New VX-5HD Riflescopes in 2017 for Hunters to Up Their Game

Leupold has introduced its new line of VX-5HD riflescopes in 2017. These scopes are ideally suited for self-sufficient hunters who want to push their limits for bigger challenges as well as greater hunts. In the initial launch, Leupold VX-5HD riflescope line comes with 1-5x, 2-10x and 3-15x models. You can use these scopes to meet any task.

What’s New?

More and more hunters are pushing their limits and going beyond their comfort zone to experience bigger adventures. To keep up with this increasing demand, Leupold has designed the Leupold VX-5 HD rifle scope line. If you have dreamed of a certain hunt, you can surely do that with these new Leupold scopes.

Leupold has incorporated many new and advanced features in these scopes –

• With VX-5HD riflescopes hunters always get crisp and clear target images no matter which light condition they are hunting. Whether you are hunting during dawn, last inkling of twilight, or under midday sun, new Leupold VX-5HD is always ready to go.
  • To provide hunters with an advanced optical experience, Leupold has incorporated High-Definition optical system at Leupold VX-5HD rifle scope.
  • To provide pro hunters with enhanced low light performance, Leupold has included Twilight Max Light Management System. It provides visible advantage to hunters during dawn as well as dusk, the perfect time when biggest game is on the move.

• To help pro hunters experience secure locking dial, Leupold has introduced new CDS-ZL2 (Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2) adjustments. Custom Dial System technology of Leupold can be used for calibrating the scope with the exact specifications of the rifle and load. With CDS-ZL2, you can now get two complete revolutions of the dial, which are set precisely to the ballistics.

• Leupold VX 5 HD comes with 5x erector assembly.

What are the Reticles Available?

Choosing the right reticle is extremely important for pro hunters as the right choice can increase the number of hits and minimize misses. A single reticle can’t meet needs of all the shooters. Though the main purpose of reticles is to give hunters and shooters a centralized aiming point, reticle needs differ in accordance with hunting conditions, shooting activities, and targets types.

Reticle needs may vary according to varmint hunting, general hunting, hog or pig hunting, low light shooting, range estimation, bullet drop compensation, and many more. Keeping these aspects in mind, Leupold has incorporated 5 types of reticles with Leupold VX-5HD scope models –

• Duplex Reticle Duplex reticle has been designed by Leupold in 1962. It comes with heavy posts, which ensures that they remain visible even in twilight conditions and against cover. The reticle also comes with thin crosshair that remains clearly visible at the center.
• FireDot 4 ReticleFireDot 4 reticle is characterized by –
  • Bold post
  • Centerpoint dot (extra bright)
  • Upper field of view remains obstruction free

  These features ensure that eye of the hunter remains focused at the center. FireDot reticle is particularly helpful in fast target acquisition.

• Wind-PlexThe name says it all. Wind-Plex reticle has all the versatility features one finds at Duplex reticle. In addition, the reticle designers have added wind hold marks on the windage plane at the increment of 1 MOA. Therefore, simple corrections can be done with ease. One of the most beneficial aspect of Wind Plex reticle is that it works perfectly right with CDS-ZL2 (Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2) adjustments, thereby giving hunters and shooters with a complete ballistic correction solution.

• Boone And Crockett Big Game ReticleThis big game reticle is especially useful for long range shooting, which provides precise aiming points. Boone and Crockett reticle comes with easy to remember wind deflection and range increments.

• Impact-29 MOA ReticleImpact-29 MOA reticle comes with precision aiming point system for compensating wind drift as well as bullet drop, without turning dials. Hunters can also range targets with this reticle. “29” in the reticle name signifies the MOA holover amount.

Leupold VX-5HD – Key Features

New Leupold VX-5HD scope comes with wide array of features and they are –

• High Definition OpticsLeupold VX 5 HD comes with non-lead based calcium-fluoride lenses. The benefits include –
  • Higher overall performance
  • Life-like optical clarity
  • Colors are extremely vivid
  • Lighter in weight

• Blackened Lens EdgesThis feature helps in reducing unwanted glare as well as diffusion that take place through edges of lens. It provides three-fold advantages –
  • Superior optical performance
  • Improved contrast
  • Better resolution

• Guard-Ion CoatingThis is an effective rain shedding coating that shields the lens from water, fingerprint, and dirt. It is extremely scratch resistant as well as durable.

• Twilight Max Light Management SystemThe light management system maximizes light transmission to your eyes in blue and red colors. In low light conditions, human eyes are more sensitive to blue color. In the hunting scenarios, red color dominate scenes. That’s why light transmission in red color is also maximized. Specialized mechanical structure has been incorporated so that glare is controlled. With Twilight Max Light Management System, hunters get view of antler tines in dark shadows, thereby giving you clearer view even in extreme low light conditions.

• 2nd Generation Argon/Krypton WaterproofingLeupold has incorporated proprietary Argon/Krypton gas blend with Leupold VX-5HD riflescope instead of the bone-dry nitrogen technology, which is again pioneered by Leupold. Leupold uses 2nd Generation Argon/Krypton Waterproofing technology only with selective models and they have used it with new Leupold VX-5HD models to give hunters the advanced shooting experience.

  Argon/Krypton gas blend has twofold benefits –

  • Eliminates thermal shock effects
  • Diffusion of gases inside the riflescope is reduced significantly, much more than that of nitrogen. This is because the Argon/Krypton molecules are much larger than nitrogen molecules.

  2nd Generation Argon/Krypton Waterproofing exceeds the waterproofing standards, set by Leupold itself. New Leupold VX-5 HD scope is 100 percent waterproof and fogproof.

• Extreme Fast-Focus EyepieceUser can make full range diopter adjustment by making a complete eyepiece turn. Extreme Fast-Focus Eyepiece ensures that the hunters and shooters get –
  • Optimal diopter adjustment
  • Superior field of view
  • Generous eyebox

• 30mm Maintube
  • Leupold VX-5HD scopes comes with 30mm main tube diameter, giving hunters with larger internal adjustment range than 1 inch tubes. Hunters who routinely shoot beyond 500 yards find 30mm scope tubes more helpful. When shooting long distances, extent of internal adjustment may run out in case of 1 inch tube. However, with 30mm tubes, you get more internal adjustments. Therefore, you can use Leupold VX5HD for long range shooting too.
  • Shooters also get enhanced light transmission (marginally) with 30mm tube over 1 inch tube (25.4mm).

What are the Leupold VX-5HD Model Options Available?

1-5x24mm

• Leupold VX-5HD 1-5x24mm 30mm Duplex SFP Matte Black Scope 171384Highlights
  • 1-5x magnification
  • 24mm objective diameter
  • Duplex reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte Black finish
  • MPN: 171384

• Leupold VX-5HD 1-5x24mm 30mm Illum FireDot Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 Matte Black Scope 172367Highlights
  • 1-5x magnification
  • 24mm objective diameter
  • Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte Black finish
  • MPN: 172367

2-10×42

• Leupold VX-5HD 2-10x42mm 30mm Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 Matte Black Scope 171387Highlights
  • 2-10x magnification
  • 42mm objective diameter
  • Duplex reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte Black finish
  • MPN: 171387

• Leupold VX-5HD 2-10x42mm 30mm Illum FireDot Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 Matte Black Scope 171389Highlights
  • 2-10x magnification
  • 42mm objective diameter
  • Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • 2 Turn Zero Lock 1/4 MOA
  • Matte Black finish
  • MPN: 171389

• Leupold VX-5HD 2-10x42mm 30mm Duplex SFP Matte Black Scope 171386Highlights
  • 2-10x magnification
  • 42mm objective lens diameter
  • Duplex reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte Black finish
  • MPN: 171386

3-15×44

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm 30mm Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 171714Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 44mm objective lens diameter
  • Duplex Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 171714

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm 30mm Wind-Plex SFP CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 171715Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 44mm objective lens diameter
  • Wind-Plex Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 171715

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm 30mm Impact-29 MOA CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 171716Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 44mm objective lens diameter
  • Impact-29 MOA Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 171716

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm 30mm Boone & Crockett SFP CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 171717Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 44mm objective lens diameter
  • Boone & Crockett Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 171717

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44mm 30mm Illum FireDot Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 172368Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 44mm objective lens diameter
  • Illuminated FireDot Duplex Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 172368

3-15x56mm

• Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x56mm 30mm Illum FireDot Duplex SFP CDS-ZL2 1/4 MOA Side Focus Matte Black Scope 171390Highlights
  • 3-15x magnification
  • 56mm objective lens diameter
  • Illuminated FireDot Duplex Reticle at Second Focal Plane
  • Zero Lock 2 turn 1/4 MOA
  • Side Focus
  • 30mm tube diameter
  • Matte black finish
  • MPN: 171390

Bottomline

Hunters can now up their games and go for bigger hunting challenges with the new Leupold VX-5HD riflescope line. Wide array of features (Guard-ion Lens Coating, Custom Dial System ZeroLock 2, HD lens, Twilight Max Light Management System, and others) along with 5x zoom makes VX-5HD one of the most versatile scopes currently. Choose the right scope from the 1-5x, 2-10x and 3-15x models and increase the number of hits every time you aim the target.