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ZEISS LRP S5

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ZEISS LRP S5 First Focal Plane 34mm Heavy-Duty

Leupold VX-5HD

When I set out for a week in the Rockies, I needed a scope that could handle both close-range shots and extend to 500 yards. That’s when I decided to try out the Leupold VX-5HD. Its 3-15x magnification felt like the perfect balance—giving me clarity on distant shots without the bulk of a larger scope. What impressed me the most was Leupold’s Twilight Max HD Light Management System, which kept my sight clear even in the low light of early dawn and dusk. Plus, the Custom Dial System (CDS) made adjusting for long shots a breeze. In tough terrain, this scope stood up to it all—proving it’s built for serious hunters looking for reliable performance.

ZEISS LRP S5

This compact riflescope is meticulously designed to deliver superior performance in long-range shooting and hunting scenarios. Its 34mm main tube, European-style fast-focus eyepiece, and robust turret systems, including a Ballistic Stop elevation turret and external locking windage turret, ensure precise and reliable adjustments for the most demanding conditions. Built to withstand extreme challenges, the LRP S5 riflescope endures rigorous shock tests of up to 1,500 g-force and 800 impact cycles at 1,000 g-force, ensuring durability and resilience in any environment. The premium optical design, featuring SCHOTT glass, fluoride lens elements, and T* (T-Star) coatings, provides exceptional target identification, clarity, and light transmission of up to 90%, making it ideal for low-light conditions.

Basic Details

BrandColorStyleSportItem WeightMaterial
Leupold VX-5HDLeupoldMatte BlackVX-5HDHunting, Shooting1.5 PoundsAluminum
ZEISS LRP S5ZEISSMatte BlackLRP S5 5-25x56/MOAHunting1 PoundsGlass

Magnification & Range

MagnificationParallax Setting
Leupold VX-5HD4-20x50 yards to infinity
ZEISS LRP S55-25x15 yards to infinity

Performance Insights

Eye ReliefZoom RatioFOVNight Vision
Leupold VX-5HD3.7 in5:15.2-1.0 degreesNo
ZEISS LRP S53.54 inches5:14.9 - 1.0 degreesNo

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Diameter & Tube Size

Tube SizeTube DiameterObjective Diameter
Leupold VX-5HD34mm34mm52mm
ZEISS LRP S534mm34mm56mm

Compatibility

Compatible DevicesMounting Type
Leupold VX-5HDHandgunPicatinny Mount
ZEISS LRP S5RiflePlanter

Additional Features

ReticleMax Elevation Adjustment
Leupold VX-5HDFireDot Duplex75 MOA
ZEISS LRP S5Illuminated Reticle110 MOA

Built for Tough Conditions

WaterproofFogproofShockproof
Leupold VX-5HDYesYesYes
ZEISS LRP S5Yes (Nitrogen Purged and O-ring Sealed)YesYes

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