Vector Optics MAV-P08 Red Dot Mount — Black

The MAV-P08 is a low-profile mount made by Vector Optics to fit their red dot sights on a Picatinny rail, placing the optical axis 21 mm above the rail surface. It is designed for shooters who want to keep the optic as close to the bore as possible, reducing vertical offset without compromising mounting rigidity.

A low mount height is not simply an aesthetic choice: with only 21 mm between the rail surface and the centre of the red dot, parallax error at close range decreases and the natural cheek weld on the stock improves, making the point of aim more consistent shot to shot. Shooters engaging at short distances or working in confined spaces will notice the difference compared to taller solutions immediately.

Native compatibility with Vector Optics red dot sights means the mechanical interface between mount and optic is designed without intermediate adapters: no additional play, no element that could fail under recoil. The standard Picatinny rail attachment allows the mount to be moved between different platforms — carbines, pump-action shotguns with a rail, or any firearm conforming to the MIL-STD-1913 standard — without special tools. The trade-off inherent in this low-profile design is straightforward: anyone running a magnifier alongside the optic, or needing clearance for tall backup iron sights, will need to consider a higher mount instead.

Key features

• Mount height of 21 mm above the rail surface: minimises vertical offset and promotes a natural cheek weld.
• Designed for Vector Optics red dot sights: direct coupling with no adapters that could introduce instability.
• Picatinny MIL-STD-1913 rail attachment: swappable between different platforms without modification.
• Geometric recoil lock on the rail: recoil forces are transferred to the rail, not to the optic clamping screws.
• Low profile suited to close-range shooting and confined environments, where vertical offset has the greatest practical impact.

In the box

• MAV-P08 mount