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Original Ruger® Mini-30 Mini-Scout-Mount ™
(non flanged barrel)
Black anodized - $149.95
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Mini-Scout-Mount III ™
For NEW Ruger ® Mini-30
(flanged barrel)
Black anodized - $159.95
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Would you like to shoot your Mini-30 more, but have trouble seeing the sights? Now this ever-popular war horse can now be outfitted with the latest sighting technology, thanks to the unique design of the Mini-Scout-Mount ™Mini-30. It installs in minutes so you can easily and securely mount red dot sights or a pistol scope for faster target acquisition and better peripheral vision while shooting. You can also install the optional Tactical Light Mount Kit ™ for quick and reliable attachment of most tactical flashlights, lasers and other accessories. Get the most out of your Mini-30 and enjoy shooting it more!
TWO MODELS are available that cover almost every version of Mini-30 ever made.
The ORIGINAL Mini-Scout-Mount™30 fits the ORIGINAL version of the RUGER Mini-30 carbine (pre-580 series) chambered for the popular 7.62 x 39mm cartridge. It has all of the features found on other Mini-Scout-Mounts, and installs exactly in the same manner as the ORIGINAL Mini-14 mount model without any modifications and bolt-on design. It will accept all versions of our Tactical Light Mount Kit for quick and reliable attachment of tactical flashlights, lasers, and other accessories. Now you can easily upgrade your ORIGINAL (pre-580 series) RUGER Mini-30 into a modern tactical carbine for hunting, home defense, etc.
The NEW Mini-Scout-Mount™III will fit the new version of the 580 and up series (.223, 6.8spc, and 7.62x39) with the heavier “flanged” barrel.
Click on the BARREL ID tab to determine which model you have.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure you order the right mount for your barrel.
See the photographs below to identify your barrel.



Installation GuideView full PDF version with photos
ALL versions of Mini-Scout-Mounts™ designed for the Ruger® Mini-30 install using the same procedure. Any differences in the models are noted in the installation instructions.
When combined with our Tactical Light Mount Kit ™ it is your BEST solution for attaching a flashlight or laser sight to your Mini. Add a pistol scope or red-dot sight and you have one of the fastest handling scout carbines ever assembled!

We've tested them with our mounts and found these low-cost Red-Dot sights to be robust and accurate. 4 models available.

A: If the prefix or first three digits of the serial number are lower than 580, you need an Original style mount. If 580 or higher, you need the Mini III model. See the photos for "ID your model".
A: Yes.
A: YES…but only in the area of the gas block assembly.
A: YES.
A: ONLY if you are still using the factory lower gas block assembly. If you have a different gas block, it will not fit.
A: YES. Our mount does not interfere with the use of a regular scope mounted in the traditional position over the receiver. You may have to go to higher rings for your scope to clear our mount.
A: Contact our Customer Service and we will coach you through some steps to fix that.
A: We do NOT recommend using a torque wrench to install these screws. Please use the hex wrench provided to install them.
A: No. Minor contact here will not impair the function or accuracy of the rifle. In most cases, this happens only when the action rod is pulled to the rear by hand.
A: Yes.
A: If the prefex or first three digits of the serial number are lower than 580, you need an Original style mount. If 580 or higher, you need the New Model. See the photos for "ID your model".
A: YES…but only in the area of the gas block assembly.
A: Yes.
A: Yes.
A: Yes. Our mount does not interfere with the use of a regular scope mounted in the traditional position over the receiver. You may have to go to higher rings for your scope to clear our mount.
A: Contact our Customer Service and we will coach you through some steps to fix that.
A: We do NOT recommend using a torque wrench to install these screws. Please use the hex wrench provided to install them.
A: Our first product for the new Ruger Mini - 14/6.8/30 Series was called the Mini II. We have refined the design, improving the rigidity, accuracy and reliability. This mount will fit all 3 calibers (.223, 6.8, and 7.62x39) of the new Ruger model 580 series (flanged barrel).