Description
The stock black front post on most AK-pattern rifles gets the job done, but it can disappear against a dark target or in low light. The Hi-Viz AK-47 Interchangeable Front Sight fixes that with a fiber optic LitePipe that gathers ambient light and gives you a glowing aiming point your eye finds instantly. It's a straightforward upgrade that makes a real difference at the range and in the field, especially if your eyes aren't what they used to be.
What Sets the Hi-Viz AK Front Sight Apart
This one carries over the design from Hi-Viz's well-liked AR front post and adapts it for the Kalashnikov platform. The base is machined steel for durability, and it fits AK-47, AK-74, and AKM pattern rifles. It's adjustable for elevation, so you can sight it in the same way you would a standard AK post, and it threads into the same position with the included tool. A dab of blue thread locker on the threads once you've zeroed is a smart move to keep it locked down under recoil.
Picking Your LitePipe Color
Color choice matters more than folks expect. Green tends to read brightest to the human eye in most daylight conditions, while red can stand out better against green backdrops like foliage or a woodland range. The kit ships with two green and two red LitePipes, so you can experiment and keep spares on hand. Since the LitePipes are a wear item, having backups means you're never sidelined by a cracked or faded pipe.
Install and Go
Swapping the sight is quick with the included tool, and shooters running Saigas, Veprs, and standard AK builds report noticeable improvement in target acquisition right after install. Everything you need to fit it, tune it, and store your extra pipes comes in the box, so you can have it running the same afternoon you get it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hi-Viz
- Manufacturer Part Number: AK2010
- UPC: 613485588118
- Sight Type: Front post, fiber optic
- Firearm Fit: AK-47, AK-74, AKM pattern rifles
- Caliber Platform: 7.62x39mm
- LitePipe Colors: Green (2), Red (2)
- Frame Color: Black
- Base Material: Machined steel
- Adjustment: Elevation adjustable
- Front Sight Post Length: 0.908 in
- Front Sight Width: 0.354 in
- Front Sight Height: 0.354 in
- Warranty: Limited lifetime (LitePipes excluded as wear item)
What’s Included
- Hi-Viz AK front sight base
- 2 green LitePipes
- 2 red LitePipes
- Sight installation and adjustment tool
- Carry case for extra LitePipes
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Hi-Viz AK-47 front sight fit my rifle?
It's designed to fit AK-47, AK-74, and AKM pattern rifles that use a standard front sight post. That covers a wide range of builds, including Saigas and Veprs, which owners regularly report installing without issue. If your rifle uses the common threaded AK front post, this should drop right in.
Can I switch between the red and green LitePipes?
Yes, that's the whole point of the interchangeable design. The kit comes with two green and two red LitePipes and the tool to swap them, so you can match the color to your eyes and lighting conditions. Green usually reads brightest in daylight, while red tends to stand out against green backdrops.
How do I install and sight it in?
The included tool threads the sight into your rifle's front post position, and the sight is adjustable for elevation so you can zero it like a factory post. Once you've got it dialed in, a small amount of blue thread locker on the threads helps keep it from backing out under recoil. Most people have it installed and shooting the same day.
Do the fiber optic LitePipes wear out or break?
Fiber optic pipes are considered a wear item and can crack or fade over time with hard use. That's exactly why this kit includes four total pipes, giving you spares on hand. Replacement LitePipes are also available separately if you ever run through them.






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