Description
The MagPod is one of those simple upgrades that punches way above its size. It replaces the factory floorplate on your Gen2 (or older) Magpul PMAGs and turns the bottom of the mag into a functional monopod. When you drop into prone and dig that TPU base pad into the dirt, gravel, or a barricade, your rifle settles down and stays put. Guys who run and gun love it because it gives you a good chunk of the stability you'd get from a bipod without the weight or the bulk hanging off your handguard.
What the MagPod Base Plate Is Made Of
These aren't cheap plastic caps. The body is molded from 15% glass-fiber-reinforced PA6, so it holds up to abuse in the field and on the range. The bottom features a double injection-molded TPU base pad that grips hard surfaces instead of sliding around. Whether you're bracing off a counter, a bench, a ladder rung, or you're wedged into some awkward shooting position, that rubbery pad bites and keeps things locked in.
Fit and Everyday Use of the MagPod
Installation is about as easy as it gets. It swaps onto any Gen2 MOE or older PMAG the same way you'd change a standard floorplate, no tools or gunsmithing needed. Beyond the monopod trick, the ergonomic shape doubles as a grab point, making it quicker to rip a mag out of a tight pouch during reloads. There's also a dimpled front face that gives you a spot to mark or ID your mags at a glance.
Just make sure you're running the right generation. This 3-pack is built specifically for Gen2 and older PMAGs, so if you've moved over to Gen M3 mags, you'll want the version made for those instead. For anyone still running a stack of Gen2 mags, this is a smart, low-cost way to add real capability to gear you already own.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: MagPod
- Manufacturer Part Number: 88661
- UPC: 793995886611
- Product Type: Magazine Base Plate / Monopod
- Compatibility: Gen2 MOE (or older) Magpul PMAGs
- Body Material: 15% Glass Fiber Reinforced PA6
- Base Pad: Double Injection Molded TPU
- Color: Black
- Units Per Box: 3-Pack
What’s Included
- 3 MagPod monopod base plates for Gen2 or older PMAGs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which magazines does the MagPod base plate fit?
This version fits Gen2 MOE PMAGs and older generations. It installs the same way you'd swap a factory floorplate, so no tools are required. If you're running Gen M3 PMAGs, you'll need the MagPod model made specifically for those instead.
Does the MagPod really work as a monopod?
It does. When you go prone and load the mag against the ground, the TPU pad grips and the mag body helps steady the rifle for tighter groups and better follow-up shots. It won't fully replace a quality bipod for every job, but for run-and-gun work and awkward positions it adds real stability with almost no added weight.
What is the MagPod made of and will it hold up?
The body is molded from 15% glass-fiber-reinforced PA6, which is tough enough to take real field use. The base pad is a double injection-molded TPU that provides grip on hard surfaces. It's built to survive repeated use on benches, barricades, and rough ground.
How many MagPods come in this pack?
You get three base plates per pack, so you can outfit multiple mags at once. That makes it easy to set up a few of your primary Gen2 PMAGs for prone and barricade shooting.








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