Product Overview
The Leupold VX-5HD is a rifle scope featuring a 42mm objective lens. Its Duplex reticle helps define the aiming system.
Compatibility and Mounting
Compatibility depends on the exact firearm, receiver, rail standard, optic footprint, tube diameter, ring height, and mounting hardware. Verify all dimensions and manufacturer fitment information before ordering.
Key Features
- Objective Lens: 42mm
- Reticle: Duplex
- Tube Size: 30MM
Why These Features Matter
Objective Lens: 42mm
Objective diameter affects light transmission, mounting height, weight, and the optic’s overall profile.
Reticle: Duplex
Reticle design affects aiming speed, holdovers, ranging, and how easily the sight picture can be read.
Tube Size: 30MM
Scope tube diameter must match the rings or mount exactly and can influence adjustment range and mounting options.
Best For
- Hunting, target shooting, or precision-oriented rifle setups
- Shooters matching magnification range to expected distance
- Customers who verify exact product and firearm compatibility before ordering
TRA Take
The right optic or mount should be selected around the firearm, shooting distance, target size, lighting conditions, mounting system, and the shooter’s preferred sight picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of optic product is this?
This item is classified as a rifle scope.
What ring or tube size is required?
The listed size is 30MM. Rings, mounts, and optic tubes must match exactly.
Does this product require shipment to an FFL?
No. Standard optics, mounts, rings, rangefinders, lasers, and accessories generally ship directly where legal.
What is the manufacturer part number?
The manufacturer part number is 171389.
Shipping and Installation Information
Standard optics and mounting products generally ship directly where legal. Professional installation may be appropriate for firearm-specific bases, mounts, rings, lasers, or adapter plates. Follow manufacturer torque, thread-locking, mounting, and zeroing instructions.
Why Buy From Tar River Arms
- Veteran-owned licensed firearms dealer
- Secure online checkout
- Nationwide shipping where legal
- Local pickup available in Raleigh, North Carolina
- Professional product-support and gunsmithing experience
Product Identification
Manufacturer Part Number: 171389
UPC: 030317012151