Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x44 30mm CDS-SZL2 Illum FireDot Duplex Scope LU183850

The Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x44 30mm CDS-SZL2 Illuminated FireDot Duplex Scope is a high-performance hunting optic built for everything from tight timber stalks to 400-yard hillside shots. Most hunters struggle with "milkiness" in their glass at dusk or the anxiety of losing their zero when dialing for distance. This scope eliminates those hurdles by pairing a high-transmission optical system with a rock-solid CDS-SZL2 elevation turret that locks your zero in place until you’re ready to dial.

The real edge here isn't just in the specs—it's in the repeatability. Leupold’s Professional-Grade Optical System pulls every bit of usable light into the eye box, maintaining sharp contrast even at 15x magnification when other scopes start to fade. Mechanically, the ZeroLock 2 architecture provides a tactile, two-revolution elevation system. This allows you to dial for distance with total confidence and return to a hard mechanical stop at your original zero every single time.

Built on a rugged 30mm main tube, this scope balances a 44mm objective lens for maximum light collection without becoming bulky on a mountain rifle. The illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle utilizes Motion Sensor Technology to ensure your aiming point is crisp and visible in low-light conditions where traditional black crosshairs often disappear. It’s a fast, reliable system that stays ready as long as you’re in the field.

Features

• Professional-Grade Optical System with engineered lens coatings for improved light transmission, delivering increased image contrast and better target identification during low-light hunting windows
• CDS-SZL2 elevation turret featuring tool-free SpeedSet zero reset and ZeroLock 2 mechanism for repeatable ballistic dialing with a positive return to zero
• Illuminated FireDot Duplex reticle with motion sensor illumination (MST) electronics for a visible aiming point in dim environments without excessive battery drain
• 30mm main tube with expanded internal adjustment range and enhanced structural rigidity for reliable tracking and stable point-of-impact during elevation adjustments

Technical Specifications

• Optics: 3x-15x magnification, 44mm objective lens, 30mm main tube
• Reticle / Interface: Illuminated FireDot Duplex, Second Focal Plane, Side Focus parallax adjustment
• Adjustments: 0.1 Mil or 1/4 MOA click value, CDS-SZL2 2-Revolution Dial
• Field of View: 38.2 ft to 7.9 ft at 100 yards
• Eye Relief: 3.7 in to 3.82 in
• Illumination: MST (Motion Sensor Technology) illumination
• Construction: 6061-T6 Aluminum, Matte Black finish
• Weight: 19.7 oz
• Length: 13.5 in
• Environmental: Waterproof and Fogproof with Argon and Krypton gas purging, ZeroLock 2 mechanism

When precision, reliability, and optical clarity determine whether a shot opportunity becomes a harvest, equipment choice matters. The Leupold VX-5HD Gen 2 3-15x44 CDS-SZL2 delivers the optical performance and mechanical certainty serious hunters demand. Secure yours from SMKW, a trusted source for professional-grade optics and field-proven gear.