Finding the best ar mount riser suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
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1. TACFUN Model 15 1 inch High Mount Scope Riser
Feature
The AR riser mount lifts your mounting surface to mount optics and other accessories.Black anodized aircraft grade aluminum
Accepts all standard WeaverPicatinny 1913 accessories
Lifts your mounting surface by 1"
Length:5" Weight:3.75
Description
The AR riser mount lifts your mounting surface to mount optics and other accessories.2. Monstrum Tactical Low Profile Picatinny Riser Mount with Quick Release, for Red Dots, Scopes, and Optics (0.5 inch H x 2.5 inch L)
Feature
Low profile riser mount for red dots, scopes, and optics, allows for sight clearance over front sights0.5 inch of rise, Picatinny rail mount, will accommodate Picatinny or Weaver standard red dots and optics
Attaches and detaches quickly and easily via integrated quick release mechanism
Sturdy and lightweight, crafted from aircraft grade 6061 aluminum
Available in 1.5 inch (3 Picatinny slots) and 2.5 inch (5 Picatinny slots) versions.
Description
The Monstrum Tactical low profile riser mount is designed for use with red dots, scopes and optics, allowing for sight clearance of front sights. 0.59 inch high in length and with a Picatinny standard rail mount, it will accommodate Picatinny or Weaver standard red dots, scopes, and other optics.It comes equipped with an easy to operate quick release mechanism that allows for fast and easy attachment and detachment, allowing you to quickly mount or remove your optic depending on need. The mounts attaches via a simple quick release lever rather than with sets screws and allen wrenches like traditional mounts. The bolt mechanism can be tightened further from the other side for an even tighter fit.
Crafted from aircraft grade aluminum, it is sturdy and lightweight.
Available in 1.5 inch (3 Picatinny slots) and 2.5 inch (5 Picatinny slots) versions.
3. Weaver AR Flat Top Riser Rail 20MOA
Feature
Made of the highest quality materialsHunting scopes mounts
Another quality Bushnell product
For AR-15/M16 flat top rifles
Aircraft Grade 6061-T6 Aluminum Type III hard coat anodized
Provides optimal mounting height and eye relief for numerous optic/ring combinations
Hand adjustable knobs for no-tool installation and removal (Quick Detach model only)
Description
Weaver AR-15 99675 flat top riser rail 6061-T6 aluminum. Hunting scopes mounts. Made of the highest quality materials4. Monstrum Tactical Low Profile Picatinny Riser Mount (0.5" H x 1.5" L), for Red Dots
Feature
Low profile riser mount for red dots, allows for sight clearance over front sights0.5 inch in height and 1.5 inches in length, Picatinny rail mount, will accommodate Picatinny or Weaver standard red dots and optics
Sturdy and lightweight, 1.2 ounces in weight, crafted from aircraft grade aluminum
Description
The Monstrum Tactical low profile riser mount is designed for use with scopes and optics, allowing for sight clearance of front sights. 0.5 inch high and 1.5 inches in length and with a Picatinny standard rail mount, it will accommodate Picatinny or Weaver standard red dots and other optics. It secures and detaches quickly via one thumbscrew, with no tools required. Crafted from aircraft grade aluminum, it is sturdy and lightweight, weighing in at a mere 1.2 ounces.5. Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Adjustable Height Riser Mount with Quick Release (3.5 inch Length with Quick Release)
Feature
Picatinny riser mount for use with Picatinny or Weaver base opticsInnovative patent pending adjustable height design allows for optimal placement of your optic based on rifle setup or preferred cheek weld
Riser can be adjusted incrementally via two locking screws from 0.6 of rise up to 1 inch of rise, measured from rail surface to rail surface
Attaches and detaches quickly and securely via adjustable tension quick release mechanism
Available in 3 Slot/1.75 inch, 5 Slot/2.5 inch, 7 slot/3.5 inch, or 13 Slot/5.75 inch versions for application with all scopes, red dots, and optics
Description
Raise your optic to the next level with the Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Adjustable Height Riser Mount! Our exclusive adjustable height design allows for absolute precision placement of your optic based on your rifle setup or preferred cheek weld! The riser can be adjusted incrementally via two locking screws from 0.6 inches up to 1 inch of rise, measured from rail surface to rail surface. Built for use with Picatinny or Weaver base optics, our mounts will give you just the right amount of rise for optimal scope positioning and clearance over your front sights. Based off our best selling riser mount series, the new Lockdown Series Riser Mounts include a slimmer profile body and a quick release attachment mechanism. The mount attaches to your rifle quickly and securely via an adjustable tension quick release mechanism. It accepts all Picatinny or Weaver based scopes, red dots, or optics. All Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Riser Mounts come with a lifetime warranty.6. Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Lightweight Riser Mount | High Profile | 1.75 inch L / 3 Slot
Description
Raise your optic to the next level with the Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Riser Mount! Built for use with Picatinny or Weaver base optics, our mounts will give you just the right amount of rise for optimal scope positioning and clearance over your front sights.Based off our best selling riser mount series, the new Lockdown Series Riser Mounts include a hollow body design and an improved attachment mechanism. The single piece machined aluminum profile is designed to shave off precious ounces of weight, making it our lightest and sturdiest riser mount yet. The redesigned locking nut fastens securely via hand, screwdriver, or wrench and is guaranteed to hold zero against the heaviest of recoil.
The riser is 1.75 inches in length with 3 Picatinny rail slots. It accepts all Picatinny or Weaver based scopes, red dots, or optics.
The high profile mount provides 0.92 inches of rise.
All Monstrum Tactical Lockdown Series Riser Mounts come with a lifetime warranty.
7. Leapers MT-RSX5S Inc, UTG Super Slim Picatinny Riser Mount, 1/2" Height, 3 Slots, Black
Feature
UTG Super slim Picatinny riser mount, 0.5" saddle height, 3 slots, 1.57" in lengthA fresh new look precision CNC Machined from 6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminum and finished in a matte black anodize
Distinctive scalloped Picatinny slots for snag free accessory mounting
Description
Leapers UTG super slim Picatinny riser mount. Features: - UTG super slim Picatinny riser mount, 0.5" saddle height, 3 slots, 1.57" in length - a fresh new look precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 Aircraft grade aluminum and finished in a matte black anodize - distinctive scalloped Picatinny slots for snag free accessory mounting - continuous rail edge design allows the installation of multiple riser mounts side by side to form one continuous Picatinny rail - utilizes locking torx screws and square-shaped integral recoil stops for a secure zero hold - 1.57" in length with a 0.5" saddle height and 3 Picatinny slots for accommodate many different optics - significant lightening cuts massively reduce weight resulting in a fully capable, light weight, and aesthetically pleasing Picatinny riser mount. Includes: - T20 torx allen wrench for a simple and friendly installation. Specifications: - rail type: Picatinny/Weaver - length: 1.57" - width: 1.10" - height: 1/2" - material: aluminum - weight: 0.92 oz - color: black8. UTG Med-pro Compact Riser Mount, 0.83" High, 3 Slots
Feature
New Gen. riser mount for rifles with Picatinny/Weaver rail1 Picatinny rail with 3 slots
Side plate with spring tension for quick and easy installation
Precision machined from aircraft aluminum with matte black anodizing
Dimensions: 1.6 by 1.75 by 1 inches (L x W x H)
Description
The UTG Med-pro Compact Riser MountFeatures:
- New Gen. Riser Mount for Rifles with Picatinny/Weaver Rail
- 1.6" Long Picatinny Rail with 3 Slots
- Side Plate with Spring Tension for Quick Easy Installation
- Precision Made from Aircraft Aluminum with Matte Black Anodizing
- 0.83" Saddle Height with See-through Design
Specifications:
- Material: Aluminum
- Weight: 1.6 oz
- Pieces: 1
- Rail Type: Picatinny/Weaver
- No. of Rails: 1
- Length: 1.6 inch
- Width: 1.75 inch
- Height: 1 inch
9. Monstrum Tactical Low Profile Picatinny Riser Mount (0.5" H x 5.7" L), for Scopes and Optics
Feature
Low profile 0.5 inch high riser mount for scopes and optics, allows for sight clearance over front sights5.7 inches in length with 14 Picatinny rail slots, Picatinny rail mount will accommodate all Picatinny or Weaver standard scopes, red dots, and optics
Sturdy and lightweight, 5 ounces in weight, crafted from aircraft grade aluminum
Description
The Monstrum Tactical low profile riser mount is designed for use with scopes and optics, allowing for sight clearance of front sights. 0.5 inches in height and 5.7 inches in length and with a Picatinny standard rail mount, it will accommodate all Picatinny or Weaver standard scopes, red dots, or other optics. It secures and detaches quickly via two thumbscrews, with no tools required. Crafted from aircraft grade aluminum, it is sturdy and lightweight, weighing in at a mere 5 ounces.10. Monstrum Tactical High Profile Picatinny Riser Mount (1" H x 5.7" L), for Scopes and Optics
Feature
1-inch-high riser mount for scopes and optics, allows for sight clearance over front sights5.7 inches in length, Picatinny rail mount, will accommodate all Picatinny or Weaver standard scopes, red dots, and optics
See through design for use with iron sights
Sturdy and lightweight, 6 ounces in weight, crafted from aircraft grade aluminum