Leupold 180161 Dual Dovetail Rings 35mm High Matte Black

The Leupold 180161 Dual Dovetail rings provide rock-solid scope mounting for precision shooters who demand repeatable zero retention. These 35mm high rings accommodate larger objective lenses while maintaining proper eye relief on rifles with standard stock configurations.

What Makes This Different

Leupold's dual dovetail design creates four points of contact between ring and base, distributing clamping forces more evenly than traditional single-dovetail systems. The precision-machined aluminum construction maintains consistent torque specifications across temperature extremes. Each ring undergoes individual quality control testing to ensure concentricity within 0.002 inches, eliminating scope tube stress that can affect tracking accuracy.

Key Features

• 35mm tube diameter accommodates modern tactical and hunting scopes
• High height provides clearance for 50-56mm objective lenses
• Dual dovetail interface prevents ring rotation under heavy recoil
• Matte black finish reduces glare and resists corrosion
• Aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum construction for lightweight strength
• Compatible with Leupold dual dovetail bases and integrated rail systems
• Precision-ground contact surfaces ensure proper scope tube alignment

Field testing demonstrates these rings maintain zero through thousands of rounds across multiple calibers from .223 Remington to .300 Winchester Magnum. The high mounting position works particularly well for AR-platform rifles, bolt-action hunting rifles, and precision competition setups where large objective scopes are standard. Weather sealing at all contact points prevents moisture intrusion that could compromise mounting integrity during extended field use.

Technical Specs

• Ring diameter: 35mm (1.378 inches)
• Height: High (approximately 0.87 inches from base to scope centerline)
• Material: 6061-T6 aluminum alloy
• Finish: Matte black hard anodized
• Weight: Approximately 3.2 ounces per pair
• Torque specification: 15-18 inch-pounds
• Compatible with Leupold dual dovetail bases only
• Made in USA with lifetime warranty

Professional gunsmiths and competitive shooters choose Leupold rings for their proven track record in demanding applications. The 180161 model specifically addresses the growing popularity of large-objective tactical scopes that require both secure mounting and proper scope positioning.