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Magpul MBUS Pro Steel Sights

Low-profile folding steel backup iron sights

Quick Specs

Price
$189
Weight
3 oz
Brand
Magpul
Category
buis

Features

  • Steel construction
  • Spring-loaded flip-up
  • Low-profile design
  • Front and rear set

Capability Boosts

Reliability+1

Compatibility Tags

family: ar-patterninterface: picatinny-top

Overview

The Magpul MBUS Pro represents the professional-grade evolution of Magpul's legendary polymer backup sights, constructed entirely from corrosion-resistant hardened steel with a Melonite QPQ finish. Introduced in 2013, the Pro line addresses the demands of users who wanted the low profile and reliability of MBUS design with the durability and confidence of all-metal construction.

When folded, the MBUS Pro sights virtually disappear on the rail - the front sight stows at just 0.43 inches and the rear at 0.38 inches above the rail surface. This ultra-low profile keeps the sights clear of optics, lasers, and other accessories while ensuring they're always ready when needed. Unlike the polymer MBUS, the Pro sights are not spring-loaded; deployment requires manually flipping the sight up, where positive detents lock it at standard AR sight height.

The front sight features Magpul's innovative dual-width sight post - a 0.06-inch standard width for maximum visibility and a 0.04-inch match width for precision work. Both elevation (front) and windage (rear) adjustments are tool-free, using low-profile knobs that don't protrude when the sights are stowed. The narrow profile of the front sight accommodates most IR laser and light configurations, making the MBUS Pro an excellent choice for professional builds with extensive accessory rails.

Key Features

  • All-steel construction with Melonite QPQ finish
  • Ultra-low profile when stowed (0.43" front, 0.38" rear)
  • Dual-aperture rear sight for CQB and precision shooting
  • Dual-width front sight post (0.06" and 0.04" options)
  • Tool-free elevation and windage adjustments
  • Positive detents lock sights at standard AR height
  • Mounts on any MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail

Pros

  • +Steel construction far more durable than polymer alternatives
  • +Lowest profile backup sights on the market when stowed
  • +Excellent corrosion resistance with QPQ finish
  • +Dual apertures and sight widths provide versatility
  • +Clears most low-mounted optics when folded
  • +Tool-free adjustments for field zeroing

Cons

  • Significantly more expensive than polymer MBUS (roughly 2x cost)
  • Not spring-loaded - requires manual deployment
  • Heavier than polymer alternatives (1.5 oz front, 1.8 oz rear)
  • Black only - no color options available
  • Cannot be mounted on gas blocks due to heat concerns

Detailed Specifications

Material
Case-hardened steel
finish
Melonite QPQ
frontSightHeight
1.56 inches above rail (deployed)
frontSightStowed
0.43 inches above rail
rearSightHeight
1.41 inches above rail (deployed)
rearSightStowed
0.38 inches above rail
frontWeight
1.5 oz with hardware
rearWeight
1.8 oz with hardware
apertures
Dual (close/low-light and distance)
frontPostWidths
0.06" standard, 0.04" match
countryOfOrigin
USA

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