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Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars

SKU: 188793

Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars
Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 Binoculars

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Leupold · BX-2 Timberline HD · Part 188793

More detail for the money.BX-2 Timberline HD 10×42 binoculars

A value-led hunting binocular with the practical pieces already sorted: Leupold’s Advanced Optical System, HD resolution, a broad 10×42 view, glove-friendly focus, field-replaceable eyecups, a rotating tripod port and a GO Afield chest harness in the box.

Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 binoculars viewed from the front-left with the 42 mm objective lenses, centre focus wheel and rotating tripod port visible
10× magnification · 42 mm objectivesShadow Gray · tripod ready · harness included
10×Magnification
42 mmObjective diameter
114 mField at 1,000 m
4.2 mmExit pupil
624 gApprox. weight
Official Leupold product film

Meet the BX-2 Timberline HD.

Leupold’s concise introduction to the current Timberline family and the field-ready details behind its value.

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The all-round format

Why 10×42 is the everyday Timberline.

Ten power reaches far enough to inspect distant detail while remaining more forgiving to hand-hold and quicker to scan than 12×. The 42 mm objectives keep the body compact, with a published 4.2 mm exit pupil for viewing as outdoor light changes.

10×Useful reach without high-power bulk
42 mmPortable entrance aperture
4.2 mmPublished exit pupil

The lighter, wider-view option in the Timberline family.

Against the BX-2 Timberline HD 12×50, the 10×42 is approximately 17% lighter, 23 mm shorter and shows about 31% more scene width at the published reference distance. This compares size and field—not optical quality.

The practical advantage is versatility. Leupold categorises 10× as medium power: enough magnification for longer-range identification, yet still suitable for extended hand-held glassing and changing terrain. Add support when a scan becomes prolonged, not because the format demands it.

Advanced Optical System

A clear view when light and terrain get difficult.

Leupold builds the Timberline around its Advanced Optical System. The published priorities are useful light transmission for longer sessions, glare reduction in harsh light, and the resolution and clarity needed to separate fine movement from busy terrain.

01 / LIGHT

Extended viewing.

The optical prescription is designed to keep the scene usable as conditions change around dawn, dusk, shade and broken cloud.

02 / GLARE

Control in harsh light.

Leupold specifically prioritises glare reduction, helping preserve contrast when low sun, bright sky, water or pale ground enters the viewing angle.

03 / DETAIL

HD resolution.

High-definition performance is intended to make small shapes, edges and movement easier to distinguish at the 10× image scale.

Close official view of the Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 objective lenses, textured armour, bridge, focus wheel and tripod port
Official exact-model detail view · Part 188793
6.5° angular field

114 metres of terrain at 1,000 metres.

Leupold specifies 342 ft at 1,000 yd. At the same angular scale that equals 114 m at 1,000 m—a broad view for locating subjects without giving up the useful reach of 10× magnification.

BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 field-of-view diagram A conceptual top-down diagram showing a 6.5 degree view widening to 114 metres at a distance of 1,000 metres. VIEWER 1,000 m 6.5° FIELD 114 m WIDE

Field width describes how much scene is visible, not image quality. Here it gives the 10×42 enough context for woodland edges, moving birds and animals appearing out of cover while retaining reach across open ground.

Handling and control

Simple adjustments, built for field use.

The Timberline uses familiar binocular controls and makes them easy to find. The focus and right-eye dioptre are strongly textured, while removable twist-up eyecups can be replaced in the field if damaged.

Rear body view of the Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 showing the centre focus wheel, right-eye dioptre markings, hinge and rotating tripod interface
Central focusA large tactile wheel is easy to locate and turn, including with gloves.
Right-eye dioptreBalances the two optical channels once to match differences between your eyes.
56–74 mm IPDThe hinge aligns both oculars with your pupils so the two views merge into one circle.
Replaceable eyecupsTwist-up cups set eye position and can be removed for field replacement if damaged.
A precise place in Leupold’s range

Know exactly what Timberline gives you.

Leupold positions BX-2 for extended viewing, with a clearer, crisper optical prescription than BX-1. Timberline is the value-focused BX-2 expression; BX-3 is a separate step up with an Elite Optical System, magnesium chassis and interchangeable Form-Fit eyecups.

Eyepiece-side angle of the Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 showing the twist-up eyecups, right-eye dioptre and model badge
Timberline’s core

Advanced Optical System, HD resolution, textured armour and straightforward field controls.

BX-3 step-up

Elite Optical System, magnesium chassis and three Form-Fit eyecup options are BX-3 features—not claims made for Part 188793.

Shared Leupold fundamentals

Waterproof and fogproof construction, a tripod-ready interface and the Full Lifetime Guarantee.

Hand-held freedom · supported precision

Fast in the hands. Ready for a tripod.

Ten power is a practical hand-held balance for everyday scans. When the observation becomes prolonged, a braced position or the built-in tripod interface can make small details easier to study without changing binoculars.

Hand-heldFastest for short scans. Use both hands, relax the shoulders and keep the focus wheel within easy reach.
BracedRest elbows on knees, a rail, vehicle frame or pack to reduce movement without assembling a tripod.
TripodBest for patient grid searches, fine-detail inspection or sharing a fixed view with another observer.
Adapter and tripod sold separately

A rotating ¼-20 tripod port is built in.

The integrated threaded interface makes supported glassing part of the binocular rather than an afterthought. Add compatible support hardware when needed; the GO Afield chest harness is included, but a tripod adapter is not.

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Everyday field coverage

A 10×42 that earns its place in the harness.

At approximately 624 g with a 114 m field at 1,000 m, the Timberline is portable enough to keep close and broad enough to respond when a subject appears unexpectedly—from bush edges and river flats to farms, valleys and coastlines.

Official front-angle view of the compact Shadow Gray Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 binocular
Textured field armour

The protective exterior gives the binocular a confident grip and guards the body through normal field handling.

Waterproof + fogproof

Leupold uses advanced internal gases and sealing methods to keep internal optical surfaces moisture-free through weather, elevation and temperature changes.

Claims kept model-specific

Leupold does not publish a chassis material, IP rating, immersion depth or model-specific operating-temperature range for Part 188793.

Mixed-terrain hunting

The wide field helps find movement in scrub and timber, while 10× retains reach for clearings, slips and faces.

Birdwatching

The 2.35 m approximate close focus and useful field width suit birds moving between nearby cover and distant perches.

Coast, wetlands and farms

Suitable for seabirds, waterfowl, livestock and wildlife where viewing distance changes constantly.

Travel and everyday observation

The 42 mm body and included chest harness make the binocular easy to keep protected and ready.

First-use setup

Set the fit once. Focus normally after that.

Leupold’s binocular manual uses a right-eyepiece dioptre procedure. Calibrate it carefully for your eyes and the centre wheel then handles routine near-to-far focusing for both channels.

  1. Set eyecup height and eye spacing.Twist the cups up when viewing without glasses or down for glasses, then move the barrels through the 56–74 mm IPD range until both views merge into one clean circle.
  2. Choose a detailed target about 90 metres away.Leupold’s manual specifies approximately 100 yards. A sign, textured tree or building edge gives a clear focusing reference.
  3. Focus the left channel.Cover the right objective and turn the central focus wheel until the image seen by your left eye is crisp.
  4. Balance the right channel.Cover the left objective, then turn the dioptre ring around the right eyepiece until the right-eye image is equally sharp.
  5. Return to normal viewing.Uncover both objectives. Leave the dioptre at that personal setting and use only the central wheel to focus at different distances.
Supplied field kit

What is in the box.

The official package image confirms a complete carry-and-protection kit rather than a bare binocular.

Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10x42 binoculars with GO Afield chest harness and pouch, eyepiece cover, objective lens covers and lens cloth
  • BX-2 Timberline HD 10×42 binocular
  • GO Afield chest harness with protective front pouch
  • Joined eyepiece cover / rain guard
  • Pair of objective lens covers
  • Leupold lens cloth
Verified model data

Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10×42 specifications.

Metric conversions are shown for New Zealand use; Leupold’s original imperial figures are retained. Unpublished construction details are identified rather than inferred from other BX models.

Identification
Product Leupold BX-2 Timberline HD 10×42mm
Leupold part number 188793
Series BX-2 Timberline HD
Finish Shadow Gray
Design Centre-focus roof-prism binocular
Optical
Magnification 10×
Objective lens diameter 42 mm
Linear field of view 342 ft at 1,000 yd (114 m at 1,000 m)
Angular field of view 6.5°
Eye relief 15 mm
Exit pupil 4.2 mm
Close focus 7.7 ft (approximately 2.35 m)
Interpupillary distance 56–74 mm
Optical system
Leupold optical system Advanced Optical System
Published lens performance High-definition resolution and clarity
Published optical priorities Light transmission for extended glassing, glare reduction in harsh light, resolution and clarity
Prism glass, phase coating and transmission percentage Not published by Leupold for Part 188793
Mechanical and handling
Length 5.6 in (approximately 142 mm)
Weight 22 oz (approximately 624 g)
Chassis material Not stated by Leupold for Part 188793
Exterior Textured protective armour with integrated strap lugs
Focus system Large, tactile central focusing dial
Dioptre Right-eyepiece adjustment
Eyecups Removable twist-up eyecups; field replaceable if damaged
Tripod interface Built-in rotating ¼-20 threaded port; adapter and tripod sold separately
Environmental
Water protection Waterproof
Internal fog protection Fogproof; advanced internal gases and sealing methods
Published model-specific IP rating Not specified
Published model-specific depth / temperature limits Not specified
Included
Carry system GO Afield chest harness with protective front pouch
Lens protection Joined eyepiece cover / rain guard and pair of objective lens covers
Lens care Leupold lens cloth
Tripod hardware Not included; compatible adapter and support sold separately
Warranty and support
Manufacturer guarantee Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee for non-electronic binoculars, subject to current terms and exclusions
New Zealand distributor listed by Leupold NIOA New Zealand
Eye safety: Never look directly at the sun or another intense light source through binoculars. Serious and permanent eye damage can result.

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