The feature rich Leupold Mark 5 HD - Shot Show 2018

Published on February 1, 2018
Duration: 7:01

The Leupold Mark 5 HD series, introduced at Shot Show 2018, offers feature-rich optics designed with consumer feedback. Key features include a fast-focus eyepiece, an oversized power selector with an integral throw lever, a 35mm main tube for increased adjustment travel, and an offset windage indicator for better visibility. The elevation dial is a three-turn system with a zero lock and the ability to go half a mil below zero for night vision adjustments. The series includes models like the 5-25x56mm and 3.6-18x44mm, emphasizing lightweight design and durability tested to military-grade standards.

Quick Summary

The Leupold Mark 5 HD scopes are designed with 100% consumer feedback, offering a feature-rich optic at an accessible price. Key features include a fast-focus eyepiece, an integral throw lever on the power selector, a 35mm main tube for increased adjustment travel, and a three-turn elevation dial with a zero lock system.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction & Coverage
  2. 00:14Leupold Booth & Mark 5 HD Intro
  3. 00:50Mark 5 HD 5-25x56mm Overview
  4. 01:00Fast Focus Eyepiece Feature
  5. 01:16Power Selector & Throw Lever
  6. 01:3735mm Main Tube & Travel
  7. 01:45Offset Windage Indicator
  8. 02:10Elevation Dial: C3 & Zero Lock
  9. 02:54Parallax & Main Tube Specs
  10. 03:00Objective Bell Design (56mm)
  11. 03:183.6-18x44mm Model Details
  12. 03:39Weight & Size Comparison
  13. 03:41Illuminated Reticle Options
  14. 03:46Available Reticles
  15. 03:53Shipping Status & Availability
  16. 04:00Pricing Breakdown
  17. 04:26Versatility: Hunting & Tactical
  18. 04:41Affordability & Professional Grade
  19. 04:53Shooter-Centric Design Features
  20. 05:03Leupold Durability Testing Standards
  21. 05:54Military-Grade Testing
  22. 06:03Compact & Lightweight Design
  23. 06:17Application Versatility (AR-10, DMR)
  24. 06:36Where to Find More Information
  25. 06:46Conclusion & Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key design principles behind the Leupold Mark 5 HD scopes?

The Leupold Mark 5 HD scopes were designed with a strong emphasis on consumer feedback and end-user needs. The goal was to create a feature-rich optic that offered high performance and durability at a price point accessible to a wider range of shooters, without sacrificing quality.

What makes the Leupold Mark 5 HD's elevation dial unique?

The Mark 5 HD features a three-turn C3 elevation dial with a zero lock system. This system prevents accidental adjustments and allows for a half-mil adjustment below zero, which is useful for zero shifts with night vision or other inline devices. It also provides tactile and visual indicators for each revolution.

How does the Leupold Mark 5 HD address bolt handle clearance?

The power selector ring on the Mark 5 HD includes an integral throw lever. This lever is strategically positioned at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions when the scope is mounted. This placement ensures it remains out of the way of bolt handles, preventing interference during operation.

What kind of durability testing does Leupold subject their Mark 5 HD scopes to?

Leupold subjects their Mark 5 HD scopes to extreme durability testing, including recoil impulses that are described as 'almost kill a man,' and 5,000 rounds of testing. They also undergo environmental chamber tests for jumpability, diveability, and resistance to various chemical treatments.

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