AD-170-VPG | American Defense Picatinny Riser 0.60″ Rise

The American Defense AD-170-VPG is a quick-detach Picatinny riser that raises an optic 0.60 inches above the mounting surface while keeping overall length compact at 2.3 inches. It is precision machined from 6061 T6 aluminum and finished in a hard coat T3 Mil-Spec anodize for durable corrosion and wear resistance. The riser uses the Patented QD Auto Lock Lever system to accommodate both in-spec and out-of-spec rail systems.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is American Defense Mfg.
• The model/part number is AD-170-VPG.
• The product type is Riser.
• The fit is Picatinny.
• The rise measures 0.60 inches above the mounting surface.
• The overall length is 2.3 inches.
• The material is 6061 T6 aluminum.
• The finish is hard coat T3 Mil-Spec anodize.
• The color is Black.
• The style is Quick Detach.
• It accepts VPG bolt on rails in both 3-lug and 5-lug variations.
• It features the Patented QD Auto Lock Lever system.
• The listed finish attribute is Anodized.
• The subcategory is Bases.
• The UPC is 818503011986.

Compact and mechanically robust, the AD-170-VPG riser is suited to shooters who need a reliable, repeatable quick-detach mounting point when increasing optic height. Typical applications include precision/competition shooting setups and long-range target applications where small changes in sight height matter. The machined aluminum construction and Mil-Spec anodize deliver consistent fit and finish without excess bulk, making this riser a practical choice for demanding optics setups.