The Leupold Mark 5HD 7-35x56 in Flat Dark Earth (FDE) is an elite, first-focal-plane instrument built for shooters who live at the 1,000-yard line and beyond. At extreme distances, the "friction point" is the brutal tradeoff between elevation travel and optic weight—most shooters are forced to either settle for excessive reticle holdovers or carry a scope that ruins the rifle's balance. This system shatters that limitation by utilizing a 35mm maintube architecture that maximizes internal adjustment range without adding unnecessary mass. It gives you the power to resolve tiny targets at a mile while keeping your rifle nimble enough for positional shooting.
The technical edge here comes from superior mechanical geometry, not just marketing. By moving to a 35mm tube, Leupold significantly increases erector travel capacity, enabling nearly 30 MILs of elevation adjustment while maintaining rock-solid structural rigidity. When paired with the M5C3 ZeroLock™ turret system, the optic ensures a surgical, repeatable return-to-zero. This eliminates the "cumulative dialing error" that plagues lesser optics, giving you total confidence when engaging multiple targets across rapidly shifting distances.
Machined from high-strength 7075-T6 aluminum, the chassis maintains absolute rigidity under heavy recoil while keeping the total system weight at a remarkably light 30 ounces. This allows you to utilize the full 7–35x magnification range and massive elevation travel to dial precisely for extended shots without relying on cluttered reticle holdovers. Whether you are in a sustained engagement or a high-stakes competition, the Mark 5HD in FDE preserves your rifle’s balance and your shot’s precision, regardless of the distance.
Features
- 35mm Maintube + M5C3 ZeroLock™ Turrets = Massive elevation travel for precise dialing at extreme distances without reticle clutter
- 7075-T6 Aluminum Construction + 30 oz Chassis = Professional-grade rigidity and zero retention in a lightweight, balanced frame
- 7–35x Magnification + Professional-Grade Optics = Full-spectrum power to resolve and engage targets at 1,000+ yards with elite clarity
- PR2-MIL FFP Reticle + First Focal Plane Scaling = Accurate subtensions for rapid ranging and holdovers at every power setting
- ZeroLock Technology + 0.1 MIL Clicks = Tactile, repeatable tracking with a push-button lock to prevent accidental turret shifts
Technical Specifications
- Optics: 7-35x | 56mm | 35mm Tube
- Interface: PR2-MIL | First Focal Plane | Side Focus (50yds to ∞)
- Precision: 0.1 Mil Click | 30 MIL Elevation (29 MIL Travel) | 17 MIL Windage
- Specs: 14.7–3.0 ft FOV @ 100yds | 3.6–3.8" Eye Relief
- Build: 7075-T6 & 6061-T6 Aluminum | Flat Dark Earth (FDE) | 30.0 oz | 15.7"
- Environment: Waterproof & Fogproof | Argon/Krypton Purged | M5C3 ZeroLock
When your ballistic solution depends on mechanical precision—not guesswork—the Mark 5HD platform delivers the adjustment range and tracking integrity required for real-world long-range performance. Trust SMKW to supply duty-grade optics that meet the demands of competitive shooters and field professionals alike.