AD AN-PVS13 Thermal system mount

• Quick-detach Auto Lock lever: The patented QD lever system lets the mount come off and go back on quickly while maintaining a secure hold on the rail, which is useful when a thermal sight must be moved between rifles or removed for transport.
• Tool-free adjustment: The lever tension can be set with a finger or a flat-blade screwdriver, so the mount can be tuned to different rail tolerances without special tools.
• Thermal sight-specific fit: Built as a replacement base for the AN/PAS-13 Thermal Weapon Sight, it gives that system a purpose-built interface for Picatinny-equipped rifles.
• 6061-T6 aluminum construction: The aluminum body keeps weight to 60.00 g while still providing the rigidity needed for a sight mount that must stay stable under field use.
• Hard-coat anodized finish: The anodized surface improves wear resistance on contact points and helps the mount stand up to repeated installation, removal, and rough handling.

About the AD Accessories Series

American Defense’s AD Accessories series covers a broad group of mounting and rail-related components for shooters who need practical hardware rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. The range includes light mounts, bipod mounts, rail components, and other firearm accessories, giving the series a support role across hunting, recreational shooting, competition, and professional use. Within the wider American Defense lineup, these products sit alongside the company’s optic and thermal mounts and follow the same mechanical approach.

A defining feature of the series is the use of 6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard-coat anodizing, a combination chosen for low weight, good rigidity, and long-term surface durability. Many products in the family also use the company’s patented Auto Lock lever system, which can be adjusted without proprietary tools and configured to lock toward the front or rear. That design philosophy favors fast installation, repeatable clamping, and compatibility with both in-spec and out-of-spec rails. In practice, the AD Accessories series is built around durable materials, adaptable mounting geometry, and straightforward field handling.

About the AD AN-PVS13 Thermal system mount

The American Defense AD AN-PVS13 Thermal system mount is a dedicated mounting base for the AN/PAS-13 Thermal Weapon Sight, intended for users who need a secure quick-detach interface on a Picatinny rail. Rather than serving as a generic accessory clamp, this model is built around the dimensions and use case of a thermal weapon sight, where stable attachment and fast removal matter as much as low weight. That makes it well suited to rifles that may alternate between day optics and thermal equipment or to setups where the sight must be removed for storage and reinstalled efficiently.

The mount uses American Defense’s QD Auto Lock Titanium Lever system, which is one of the main reasons to choose this model over a fixed base. The lever can be adjusted without proprietary tools, and it is designed to accommodate both in-spec and out-of-spec rail systems. In practical use, that means less time spent fitting the mount and more confidence that it will clamp correctly across different rifles or chassis. The lever can also be configured to lock to the front or rear, which helps when clearance around the optic or other accessories is limited.

Its aluminium housing keeps the mount to 60.00 g, so it adds minimal mass to a thermal setup that may already be front-heavy. The hard-anodized finish improves resistance to surface wear, while the compact form keeps the mount focused on its job: giving an AN/PAS-13 system a durable, repeatable interface for field and range use.

About American Defense

American Defense MFG, LLC is based in New Berlin, Wisconsin and focuses on mounting solutions for optics and firearm accessories across a wide range of firearm platforms. The company is especially known for its patented QD Auto Lock lever system, a design used across mounts for scopes, red dots, magnifiers, thermal and night-vision devices, as well as bipod, tripod, light, and laser applications. This emphasis on quick-detach hardware has made the brand well established among shooters who want adaptable mounting systems with straightforward adjustment.

Beyond mounts, American Defense also produces fully ambidextrous AR-15 and AR-10 pattern rifles, showing that its expertise extends from accessory interfaces to complete firearm platforms. The company states that its mounts and rifles are designed and built in the United States, and its product range reflects a practical engineering approach centered on secure attachment, rail compatibility, and durable construction.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: American Defense
• Series: AD Accessories
• Made in: USA
• Weight: 60.00 g
• Material: Aluminium
• Accessory type: Mounts
• Compatibility: Picatinny Rail
• Compatibility: Accuracy International AX308
• Compatibility: Accuracy International AX50
• Compatibility: Accuracy International AXMC
• Compatibility: Accuracy International AT308
• Compatibility: Anschutz 1771
• Compatibility: Anschutz 1782
• Compatibility: Baikal 121 Lis
• Compatibility: Baikal 145 Los
• Compatibility: Baikal 141 Sobol
• Compatibility: Baikal 161 Manul
• Compatibility: Benelli Lupo (weaver)
• Compatibility: Beretta ARX 100
• Compatibility: Beretta ARX 160
• Compatibility: Beretta ARX 200
• Compatibility: Beretta Rx4 Storm
• Compatibility: Beretta Cx4 Storm
• Compatibility: Beretta BRX1 (Picatinny)
• Compatibility: CZ 512 Tactical
• Compatibility: CZ 557 Varmint
• Compatibility: CZ 557 Range Rifle
• Compatibility: CZ 600 Trail
• Compatibility: CZ 600 Alpha (Mini)
• Compatibility: CZ 600 Alpha (Medium)
• Compatibility: CZ 600 Alpha (Long)

Warranty

This American Defense mount is covered by a 10-year warranty.