Description
Running an optic on an AK almost always means your face sits too low behind the stock. The Magpul AK Cheek Riser in plum tackles that with a small but meaningful lift, raising your cheek weld a quarter inch so your eye lands where it needs to be for a clean sight picture. It's the lowest of Magpul's three riser heights, which makes it the go-to when you only need a touch of correction rather than a big jump.
Made from the same tough polymer Magpul is known for, this riser is built to hold up to real range time without adding noticeable weight to your rifle. It clips directly onto the stock with no tools, no drilling, and no permanent changes, so you can pop it on when you're running glass and pull it off if you want to go back to irons. The plum finish matches Magpul's plum MOE furniture line for owners who want a cohesive look on their build.
Why the 0.25" AK Cheek Riser Height Matters
Height choice comes down to your mount. Side-mounted optics and lower-profile setups often only need a slight bump, and that's exactly where this quarter-inch riser shines. If you're pairing it with a red dot on a standard side rail or fine-tuning an already-close cheek weld, the low riser gets you dialed without overshooting. Owners running taller magnified optics or higher mounts may want to step up to the 0.5" or 0.75" versions instead.
Fit and Compatibility for the Plum AK Cheek Riser
This riser is designed specifically for the Magpul MOE AK and Zhukov-S stocks, and it's a smart addition to any AK sporting one of those. The design was thought through so it won't block the storage compartment access on the MOE stock or interfere with the folding mechanism on the Zhukov-S. One thing worth checking on your own setup: depending on how your stock is positioned, a raised riser can sit close to the charging handle path, so give it a quick function check after install. Made in the USA.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Magpul Industries
- Manufacturer Part Number: MAG445-PLM
- UPC: 840815100614
- Model: AK Cheek Riser (Low)
- Product Type: Cheek Riser
- Color / Finish: Plum
- Cheek Weld Rise: 0.25 inch
- Material: Polymer
- Installation: Tool-less clip-on
- Compatibility: Magpul MOE AK and Zhukov-S Stocks
- Country of Origin: Made in USA
What’s Included
- Magpul AK Cheek Riser, 0.25" Low, Plum (MAG445-PLM)
Frequently Asked Questions
What stocks does the Magpul AK Cheek Riser fit?
This riser is built specifically for the Magpul MOE AK and Zhukov-S stocks. It clips right on and is shaped to work with those platforms. If your AK wears one of those stocks, it's a direct fit.
How much height does the 0.25" cheek riser add?
It raises your cheek weld a quarter inch, which is the lowest of Magpul's three AK riser options. That small lift is ideal when you only need minor correction to get your eye behind a side-mounted optic or lower-profile setup. For taller optics or higher mounts, the 0.5" or 0.75" versions give you more height.
Does installing the AK Cheek Riser require tools?
No tools are needed. The riser is a clip-on design that snaps directly onto the stock and comes off just as easily, with no drilling or permanent modification. That makes it simple to add when running an optic and remove if you switch back to iron sights.
Will this cheek riser block my MOE stock's storage or Zhukov-S folding?
It won't. Magpul designed the riser so it doesn't interfere with the storage compartment access on the MOE stock or the folding mechanism on the Zhukov-S. You keep full function of your stock while gaining the extra cheek height.




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