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The Magpul MAG247-FDE MBUS front folding sight is a low-profile backup iron sight built for AR-15 and M16 platforms. If your primary optic goes down, this polymer sight deploys instantly at the push of a finger—no tools, no fuss. Its compact design folds flat against the receiver rail when not in use, eliminating snags on slings, brush, or gear while keeping your rail real estate clean. It's the kind of redundancy serious shooters and hunters carry without second-guessing.
The MBUS deploys and retracts with a spring-loaded mechanism activated by ambidextrous grooved tabs on either side, so you can operate it instinctively from either hand position. Once deployed, it locks solidly in place. The sight uses less than an inch of Picatinny rail space and secures with an included steel crossbolt for zero movement. Its height over bore matches standard A2 iron sights, so if you're already familiar with that geometry, you'll transition seamlessly. The flat dark earth finish blends naturally with most modern AR setups and resists glare downrange.
Proper installation requires mounting on a railed forend that sits in the same plane as your receiver rail—this ensures sight picture alignment with your rear sight. It won't work with railed gas blocks or MOE handguards, so check your setup before ordering. Whether you run this as a primary backup or as insurance for a mounted red dot, the MBUS front sight delivers genuine reliability without compromising your rail layout.
| Brand | Magpul |
| Model | MAG247-FDE |
| Sight Type | Front folding sight |
| Platform | AR-15 / M16 |
| Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Flat Dark Earth |
| Rail Space | Less than 1 inch of MIL-STD 1913 rail |
| Locking Method | Steel crossbolt (included) |
No. The sight must mount on a railed forend that sits in the same plane as your receiver rail. It is not compatible with railed gas blocks or MOE handguards.
The MBUS front sight provides the same height over bore as standard A2 iron sights, so it will witness correctly when paired with a compatible rear sight.
Yes. The spring-loaded release mechanism features ambidextrous grooved tabs on both sides, allowing you to deploy and retract the sight from either hand position.
The MBUS front sight comes with a steel crossbolt for secure mounting to your Picatinny rail.
SKU: 115661767 • Width: 4.2in • Height: 1.3in • Depth: 7.5in • Weight: 0.13oz
Availability: In Stock
The Magpul MAG247-FDE MBUS front folding sight is a low-profile backup iron sight built for AR-15 and M16 platforms. If your primary optic goes down, this polymer sight deploys instantly at the push of a finger—no tools, no fuss. Its compact design folds flat against the receiver rail when not in use, eliminating snags on slings, brush, or gear while keeping your rail real estate clean. It's the kind of redundancy serious shooters and hunters carry without second-guessing.
The MBUS deploys and retracts with a spring-loaded mechanism activated by ambidextrous grooved tabs on either side, so you can operate it instinctively from either hand position. Once deployed, it locks solidly in place. The sight uses less than an inch of Picatinny rail space and secures with an included steel crossbolt for zero movement. Its height over bore matches standard A2 iron sights, so if you're already familiar with that geometry, you'll transition seamlessly. The flat dark earth finish blends naturally with most modern AR setups and resists glare downrange.
Proper installation requires mounting on a railed forend that sits in the same plane as your receiver rail—this ensures sight picture alignment with your rear sight. It won't work with railed gas blocks or MOE handguards, so check your setup before ordering. Whether you run this as a primary backup or as insurance for a mounted red dot, the MBUS front sight delivers genuine reliability without compromising your rail layout.
| Brand | Magpul |
| Model | MAG247-FDE |
| Sight Type | Front folding sight |
| Platform | AR-15 / M16 |
| Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Flat Dark Earth |
| Rail Space | Less than 1 inch of MIL-STD 1913 rail |
| Locking Method | Steel crossbolt (included) |
No. The sight must mount on a railed forend that sits in the same plane as your receiver rail. It is not compatible with railed gas blocks or MOE handguards.
The MBUS front sight provides the same height over bore as standard A2 iron sights, so it will witness correctly when paired with a compatible rear sight.
Yes. The spring-loaded release mechanism features ambidextrous grooved tabs on both sides, allowing you to deploy and retract the sight from either hand position.
The MBUS front sight comes with a steel crossbolt for secure mounting to your Picatinny rail.
SKU: 115661767 • Width: 4.2in • Height: 1.3in • Depth: 7.5in • Weight: 0.13oz