UTG Pro Flip-up Front Sight, Picatinny

• Manual flip-up design: The sight stays low when folded and locks into place when deployed, so it remains out of the way under optics yet is ready as a dependable backup aiming solution.
• Picatinny rail attachment: Built for Picatinny mounting, it installs on common rifle rail systems and suits AR-style setups that need a straightforward front sight upgrade or replacement.
• A2 front sight post compatibility: By using a standard elevation-adjustable A2 front sight post, the sight supports familiar zeroing procedures and easy integration into established iron-sight setups.
• Aluminum construction: The aluminum body keeps weight down at 36.85 g, helping preserve rifle balance while still providing the rigidity needed for regular field and range use.
• Made in USA: As part of the UTG PRO line, this front sight is produced in the United States and aimed at shooters who want a compact backup iron sight with practical, no-frills operation.

About the UTG Accessories Series

UTG Accessories covers a broad range of shooting-sport components built around practical compatibility and straightforward function. As part of the UTG brand from Leapers, the series includes both firearm components and optics-related accessories, from small scope add-ons to rail-mounted parts and support equipment. That breadth makes the line relevant to shooters assembling rifles for range use, hunting, training, or general-purpose field work.

Within the wider catalog, the series is defined less by one single product type and more by a shared design approach: durable materials, fitment for common mounting standards, and configurations that integrate easily with modern sporting rifles and optic setups. In the case of iron-sight accessories, that means compact profiles, familiar sight geometry, and mounting formats that work naturally alongside red dots, magnifiers, and riflescopes. UTG Accessories is therefore positioned as a practical equipment family for users who want reliable supporting hardware rather than highly specialized competition-only parts.

About the UTG Pro Flip-up Front Sight, Picatinny

The UTG Pro Flip-up Front Sight, Picatinny is a compact backup iron sight for rifles that use a rail-mounted front aiming point, especially AR-platform configurations. Its main advantage is flexibility: when folded, the sight keeps a low profile that helps it sit unobtrusively under magnified optics or alongside red dot sights; when needed, it flips up into a standard-height front sight position for immediate use. That makes it well suited to rifles that alternate between optic-led shooting and iron-sight backup capability.

The sight uses a manual, lockable flip-up mechanism, which gives the shooter positive control over when the sight is deployed. Once raised, it locks into place, and a spring-loaded push button releases it for folding. In practical use, this helps maintain a consistent sight picture and avoids the loose feel that can undermine confidence in backup sights. The design also uses a standard elevation-adjustable A2 front sight post, a familiar format that simplifies zeroing and replacement while matching established AR sighting conventions.

Its aluminum construction keeps the unit light at 36.85 g, so it adds minimal forward weight to the rifle. Combined with its Picatinny interface and compact dimensions, that makes it a sensible choice for carbines that need durable, rail-mounted front sight capability without unnecessary bulk.

About UTG

Leapers, Inc., the company behind UTG, was founded in Michigan in 1992 and is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, United States. The company focuses on optics and shooting-sport accessories, with a catalog that includes riflescopes, scope rings, mounts, bipods, and related rifle equipment. Its first product was a compact 4×28 scope, and that early optics background still shapes the way the brand approaches practical firearm accessories.

For this product category, one of the most relevant milestones is the launch of the UTG PRO line in 2009, which marked the introduction of U.S.-made products within the wider UTG range. Leapers has continued to expand its technical capabilities, including the establishment of a UTG optics research and manufacturing center in Taiwan in 2018. Today, UTG is known for producing functional, accessible equipment for hunting and shooting applications, with particular strength in mounts, rails, sights, and supporting rifle hardware.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: UTG
• Series: UTG Accessories
• Made in: USA
• Compatibility: Rifles
• Mounting Interface: Picatinny
• Material: Aluminium
• Weight: 36.85 g
• Height: 45.72 mm
• Length: 31.50 mm

Warranty

This UTG accessory is covered by a 10-year warranty.

In the Box

• UTG Pro Flip-up Front Sight, Picatinny