GG&G Standard Length Rail .50" Tall 5" Long
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- Type:
- Risers
- Firearm Group:
- AR Platform
- Finish-Color:
- Black - Matte
The GG&G 5" Standard Length Rail is a precision tactical mount designed to elevate your optics setup on AR-15 and M16 flat-top receivers. This 0.50" tall aluminum rail spaces your optical sight higher above the receiver, giving you the proper cheek weld and sight picture that comes from better ergonomics—especially important if you're running a rifle with integrated receiver rails and want to preserve them from wear. Built from solid 6061-T6 billet aluminum and finished with Type III hard coat anodizing in matte black, it's engineered to last through years of field use and training cycles.
The Standard Rail works seamlessly with GG&G back-up iron sights and is designed to sit flush with the receiver when paired with those irons. Beyond optics elevation, this mount protects your flat-top receiver's integral rails from the repeated stress and damage that lever-type quick-release mounts—especially those without buffer pads—inflict over time. If you're building a reliable AR-15 or M16 platform rifle for hunting, tactical training, or competition, this is a no-nonsense way to get your optic in the right place without compromising your receiver.
GG&G has been making AR-pattern mounts and accessories for decades, and this rail reflects their focus on durability and fit. It's a straightforward, effective solution if you need to raise your sight line a half inch and want to do it with a billet aluminum component that won't flex or fail.
Key Features
- Raises line of sight 0.50 inches for proper cheek weld with optics
- 5 inches long—standard length for AR-15/M16 platform mounting
- Solid billet 6061-T6 aluminum construction
- Type III hard coat anodized matte black finish for durability and corrosion resistance
- Mounts directly to AR-15 and M16 integral flat-top receiver rails
- Protects receiver rails from wear caused by quick-release mounts
- Compatible with GG&G back-up iron sights
Specifications
| Length | 5 inches |
| Height | 0.50 inches |
| Material | Billet 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Finish | Type III hard coat anodized matte black |
| Compatibility | AR-15 and M16 flat-top receivers with integral rails |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this rail work on my AR-15 flat-top receiver?
Yes. The GG&G Standard Rail is designed to mount directly to the integral rails found on AR-15 and M16 flat-top receivers.
How much does this raise my optic?
The rail raises your line of sight by 0.50 inches, which provides improved cheek weld and sight picture when mounting optical devices over the receiver.
Can I use this with GG&G back-up iron sights?
Yes. The Standard Rail is designed to work in conjunction with GG&G back-up iron sights and will be flush with the end of the receiver when both are mounted together.
What's the benefit of protecting the receiver rails?
This rail shields your receiver's integral rails from the repetitive wear and damage caused by lever-type quick-release mounts, especially those without buffer pads. It extends the life and integrity of your receiver.
