Ruger Picatinny Scope Base for Ruger American — 6.0 in

One-piece Picatinny scope base engineered for use with short-action Ruger American rifles. The rail follows MIL-STD Picatinny slot-and-rail spacing to accept Picatinny or Weaver scope rings and is precision-machined from billet aluminum. The base carries a hardcoat anodized finish and ships with mounting hardware for receiver installation.

Key Specifications

• The base is 6.0 inches long.
• Designed to fit Ruger American short-action receivers.
• Constructed from aluminum for a balance of strength and weight.
• Finished with a hardcoat anodized surface for corrosion resistance.
• Features MIL-STD Picatinny slot-and-rail spacing to accept Picatinny or Weaver rings.
• Mounts to the receiver using factory scope mount hole locations.
• Includes four TORX mounting screws and a T-10 wrench for installation.
• Ships as one piece for consistent alignment and repeatability.
• Rings not included; accepts third-party Picatinny or Weaver rings.
• The unit weight is 0.221 pounds.

This Ruger factory accessory provides a durable, factory-fit mounting platform for optics on short-action Ruger American rifles. Its one-piece billet construction and MIL-STD rail spacing make it a straightforward choice for shooters who prioritize solid, repeatable optic mounting without added complexity. The included mounting hardware and hardcoat anodized finish deliver a practical, long-term solution for everyday field and range use.