what is required to mount a scope on m4

Shootertx · 09-25-2005, 10:29 AM

I would like to mount a scope on my M-4, I am looking at 30mm scopes with 44mm obj. My questions are about what to order, as far as rings and bases or risers, to mount it to a flat top upper M-4? What will provide the correct height for a proper cheek weld. I have no experience with scope mounting M-4s so any and all advice is welcome.

mjmensale · 09-26-2005, 10:48 AM

Could you be more specific on the optic you're looking at?

You can mount directly to the receiver or use a sight rail. There are a ton of options available.

Moe

Shootertx · 09-26-2005, 11:49 AM

I'm looking at a 10x super sniper. It has a 30 mm tube and a 42mm objective, I added a couple more mm to account for the scope cover.
The M-4 has a flat top upper, would I need a riser or just really high rings for proper eye relief and cheek weld. I would also like the option of quickly removing the scope and replacing it with a red dot type optic.

delloro · 09-26-2005, 01:16 PM

10x super sniper in an M4?!?!

Shootertx · 09-26-2005, 02:58 PM

I was hoping to get something that could do double duty on my Armscorp M14 after I get back. The Army is providing the M4 and aimpoint, I just wanted something to throw in a ruck if the need were to arise, such as overwatch at checkpoints ect.

Shootertx · 10-09-2005, 12:49 AM

http://www.laruetactical.com/marketp...&scrollTop=499

This is the mount I'm leaning towards. Am I headed in the right direction?

KAZ · 10-22-2005, 06:39 PM

Shooter, before you buy take a look at Larue Mounts. I have the SPR mount and it puts the optic at the perfect height for me without stacking. Larue has a design that is easy on and off in seconds with two throw levers. They even have an adjustment built in to the levers in case future snugging up is required. I have a Leupold M3 in mine and trade it off with an Aimpoint (in another Larue quick mount) for close work with no loss of zero.

Sorry Shooter, as you can see I posted about the exact mount that you found on your own. You did not need my help, but, I assure you that you will be pleased. regards

09-25-2005, 10:29 AM	#1
Shootertx Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 171	Scope mounting advice needed for M-4 I would like to mount a scope on my M-4, I am looking at 30mm scopes with 44mm obj. My questions are about what to order, as far as rings and bases or risers, to mount it to a flat top upper M-4? What will provide the correct height for a proper cheek weld. I have no experience with scope mounting M-4s so any and all advice is welcome.

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09-26-2005, 10:48 AM	#2
mjmensale Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 3,092	Could you be more specific on the optic you're looking at? You can mount directly to the receiver or use a sight rail. There are a ton of options available. Moe

09-26-2005, 11:49 AM	#3
Shootertx Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 171	I'm looking at a 10x super sniper. It has a 30 mm tube and a 42mm objective, I added a couple more mm to account for the scope cover. The M-4 has a flat top upper, would I need a riser or just really high rings for proper eye relief and cheek weld. I would also like the option of quickly removing the scope and replacing it with a red dot type optic.

09-26-2005, 01:16 PM	#4
delloro Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,716	10x super sniper in an M4?!?!

09-26-2005, 02:58 PM	#5
Shootertx Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 171	I was hoping to get something that could do double duty on my Armscorp M14 after I get back. The Army is providing the M4 and aimpoint, I just wanted something to throw in a ruck if the need were to arise, such as overwatch at checkpoints ect.

10-09-2005, 12:49 AM	#6
Shootertx Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 171	http://www.laruetactical.com/marketp...&scrollTop=499 This is the mount I'm leaning towards. Am I headed in the right direction?

10-22-2005, 06:39 PM	#7
KAZ Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 853	Shooter, before you buy take a look at Larue Mounts. I have the SPR mount and it puts the optic at the perfect height for me without stacking. Larue has a design that is easy on and off in seconds with two throw levers. They even have an adjustment built in to the levers in case future snugging up is required. I have a Leupold M3 in mine and trade it off with an Aimpoint (in another Larue quick mount) for close work with no loss of zero. Sorry Shooter, as you can see I posted about the exact mount that you found on your own. You did not need my help, but, I assure you that you will be pleased. regards