
American Defense Manufacturing
Availability: In Stock
The American Defense 30mm 0 MOA scope mount is a precision optics mount built for AR-15 and similar flattop rail systems. If you're running a modern tactical rifle or hunting AR, you need a mount that locks down tight and won't shift under recoil—this is where a solid 30mm mount earns its place on your rifle. American Defense Manufacturing built this one to stay put, with machined aluminum construction and their proven QD Auto Lock Lever system that grips Picatinny rails securely, even on out-of-spec surfaces.
The 0 MOA design means the 30mm rings sit at a 1.5-inch center-line height above the rail, a popular choice for coaxial alignment with most modern tactical optics. The mount is made from 6061-T6 aluminum—light enough not to add dead weight, stiff enough to handle the violence of centerfire shooting. No gunsmithing required; the QD lever locks and unlocks by hand, and you can orient it to engage at either the front or rear of your rail depending on your setup.
Whether you're mounting a 1x or 4x variable scope, a high-end hunting glass, or a combat-grade variable, this 30mm mount handles the job. It's the kind of piece that disappears once it's installed—you won't think about it again until you're confirming zero or swapping optics. If repeatability and reliability matter to you, American Defense's reputation is built on both.
| Ring Size | 30mm | |
| MOA Offset | 0 MOA | |
| Material | 6061-T6 Aluminum | |
| Center-line Height (30mm rings) | 1.5 inches | |
| Center-line Height (1-inch rings) | 1.475 inches | |
| Mounting Interface | Picatinny rail | |
| Color | Black |
The American Defense 30mm mount is designed for flattop Picatinny rail receivers, including standard AR-15 platforms and compatible systems like the FN SCAR. It requires a flat-top upper receiver with a continuous top rail.
With 30mm rings, the center-line height is 1.5 inches. If you decide to use 1-inch rings instead, the height drops to 1.475 inches. This 0 MOA design is a standard height for tactical and hunting optics.
No. The QD Auto Lock Lever system requires no special tools. The lever can be positioned to lock at either the front or rear of the rail surface, and engagement is by hand.
Yes. The American Defense QD Auto Lock Lever system is designed to grip Picatinny rails securely even when the rail surface is slightly out of specification, ensuring a solid lock and repeatable zero.

SKU: 167528303 • Weight: 0.69oz





American Defense Manufacturing
Availability: In Stock
The American Defense 30mm 0 MOA scope mount is a precision optics mount built for AR-15 and similar flattop rail systems. If you're running a modern tactical rifle or hunting AR, you need a mount that locks down tight and won't shift under recoil—this is where a solid 30mm mount earns its place on your rifle. American Defense Manufacturing built this one to stay put, with machined aluminum construction and their proven QD Auto Lock Lever system that grips Picatinny rails securely, even on out-of-spec surfaces.
The 0 MOA design means the 30mm rings sit at a 1.5-inch center-line height above the rail, a popular choice for coaxial alignment with most modern tactical optics. The mount is made from 6061-T6 aluminum—light enough not to add dead weight, stiff enough to handle the violence of centerfire shooting. No gunsmithing required; the QD lever locks and unlocks by hand, and you can orient it to engage at either the front or rear of your rail depending on your setup.
Whether you're mounting a 1x or 4x variable scope, a high-end hunting glass, or a combat-grade variable, this 30mm mount handles the job. It's the kind of piece that disappears once it's installed—you won't think about it again until you're confirming zero or swapping optics. If repeatability and reliability matter to you, American Defense's reputation is built on both.
| Ring Size | 30mm | |
| MOA Offset | 0 MOA | |
| Material | 6061-T6 Aluminum | |
| Center-line Height (30mm rings) | 1.5 inches | |
| Center-line Height (1-inch rings) | 1.475 inches | |
| Mounting Interface | Picatinny rail | |
| Color | Black |
The American Defense 30mm mount is designed for flattop Picatinny rail receivers, including standard AR-15 platforms and compatible systems like the FN SCAR. It requires a flat-top upper receiver with a continuous top rail.
With 30mm rings, the center-line height is 1.5 inches. If you decide to use 1-inch rings instead, the height drops to 1.475 inches. This 0 MOA design is a standard height for tactical and hunting optics.
No. The QD Auto Lock Lever system requires no special tools. The lever can be positioned to lock at either the front or rear of the rail surface, and engagement is by hand.
Yes. The American Defense QD Auto Lock Lever system is designed to grip Picatinny rails securely even when the rail surface is slightly out of specification, ensuring a solid lock and repeatable zero.
SKU: 167528303 • Weight: 0.69oz
