Description
Side-mounted optics on an AK sit higher than most factory stocks were built to handle, which leaves you either mashing your chin down or floating your cheek off the stock trying to find the dot. The Magpul AK 0.75" Cheek Riser in Plum fixes that by adding three-quarters of an inch of height right where your face meets the stock. It clips straight onto MOE AK and Zhukov-S stocks with no tools and no drilling, and it snaps on tight enough that it feels like part of the stock rather than an add-on.
The plum finish gives it that classic Eastern Bloc look a lot of AK builds are going for, and it pairs nicely with other plum furniture if you're chasing a matched setup. It's molded from Magpul's reinforced polymer, so it holds up to recoil and range abuse without cracking or working loose over time.
Getting Your Eye Behind the Optic With the AK Cheek Riser
The 0.75" height is the tallest in the MAG44x family, and it's the one most folks reach for when running a red dot or scope on a side rail or a taller mount. Owners running setups like a Midwest Industries side mount with a micro red dot or a higher optic consistently find the taller riser puts their eye dead center behind the glass for a fast, repeatable cheek weld. If you're mounting an optic that sits up high, this is usually the height you want.
Clip-On Fit That Respects Your Stock
One of the smarter parts of this design is that it doesn't get in the way of what your stock already does. It won't block the storage compartment on the MOE AK stock, and it won't interfere with the folding mechanism on the Zhukov-S, so you keep full function while gaining a better cheek weld. Popping it back off takes a little finger pressure by design, which is what keeps it locked down under recoil. Worth noting: at this height it typically raises your line of sight above the irons, so it's really meant to pair with an optic rather than backup iron sights. Made in the USA.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Magpul Industries
- Manufacturer Part Number: MAG447-PLM
- Model: Cheek Riser AK
- UPC: 840815100713
- Product Type: Cheek Piece
- Color: Plum
- Riser Height: 0.75 inch
- Material: Reinforced Polymer
- Stock Compatibility: Magpul MOE AK and Zhukov-S
- Platform: AK-47, AKM, AK-74
- Installation: Tool-less clip-on
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
What’s Included
- Magpul AK 0.75" Cheek Riser (Plum) x1
Frequently Asked Questions
Which stocks does the Magpul AK cheek riser fit?
It's built specifically for the Magpul MOE AK and Zhukov-S stocks and clips right on without tools. It won't fit standard non-Magpul AK stocks, so make sure you're running one of those two before ordering. The fit is snug and stays put under recoil.
Can I still use my iron sights with the 0.75" riser installed?
At the 0.75 inch height, your line of sight usually ends up above the irons, so this riser is really meant for use with a red dot or scope on a side mount. If you mostly run irons and only occasionally use an optic, some owners keep the riser in their bag and clip it on when they switch over. For a dedicated optic setup, the taller riser is the way to go.
Is the AK cheek riser easy to install and remove?
Yes, it snaps on by hand in seconds with no tools and no permanent modification to the stock. Taking it back off takes a bit of deliberate finger pressure, which is by design so it doesn't shake loose while shooting. Many owners like that firm click when it seats.
Will the riser block the storage compartment or the folding stock?
No. It's designed so it won't interfere with the storage access on the MOE AK stock or the folding mechanism on the Zhukov-S. You get the higher cheek weld while keeping everything your stock already does.





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