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Badger Ordnance

Max-50 Scope Rings - 30mm Medium Steel Max-50 Rings

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30mm Medium

Scope rings from Badger Ordnance

One-inch-wide Ring

Design for increased holding power

Uses Six

#8-40 Torx screws to distribute

Machined From

Steel as serialized matched pairs

Mil Std

1913 compatible

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SKU: 093306110

Overview

Built for serious rifle setups that need a secure optic mount, these 30mm medium rings are intended for use on MIL STD 1913 compatible platforms. Their one-inch-wide design and six #8-40 Torx screws are presented as a way to spread clamping load while helping reduce the chance of scope damage. Offered as serialized matched pairs and machined from steel or aluminum, they are described for demanding .50 BMG applications, making them a specialized choice rather than a general-purpose ring set.

Why Hunters Choose the Badger Ordnance

One-inch-wide Ring

Design provides increased holding power

Six #8-40

Torx screws help distribute load

Matched-pair Construction

Supports consistent fit between the

Mil Std

1913 compatibility suits compatible rail

Use Demanding

.50 BMG applications

Key Features

  • 30mm medium scope rings from Badger Ordnance
  • One-inch-wide ring design for increased holding power
  • Uses six #8-40 Torx screws to distribute load
  • Machined from steel as serialized matched pairs
  • MIL STD 1913 compatible
  • Designed for .50 BMG applications

Best Used For

  • Hunters mounting a 30mm scope on a .50 BMG rifle requiring MIL STD 1913 compatibility.
  • Users who want matched-pair rings with multiple Torx screws for secure scope attachment.
  • Serious shooters setting up a heavy-recoil platform where ring strength is a priority.
  • Anyone needing medium-height steel rings for a 30mm optic on a Picatinny rail.

Specifications

CompatibilityMIL STD 1913
ConstructionSerialized matched pairs
Fasteners6 #8-40 Torx screws
Holding Power Claim60% more holding power than any other ring available from Badger Ordnance
Intended UseDesigned for the demanding .50 BMG round
MaterialSteel
Ring Diameter30mm
Ring HeightMedium
Scope Damage ClaimMinimizing the chance of damaging the scope
WidthOne inch

Pros

  • One-inch-wide ring design provides increased holding power from Badger Ordnance.
  • Six #8-40 Torx screws help distribute load across the scope ring.
  • Matched-pair construction supports consistent fit between the two rings.
  • MIL STD 1913 compatibility suits compatible rail setups.
  • Designed for use with demanding .50 BMG applications.
  • Available in steel or aluminum versions to match setup needs.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for MIL STD 1913 compatibility and the demanding .50 BMG round, so they are purpose-built for a very specific use case rather than general-purpose scope mounting.
  • The 30mm medium configuration may not suit optics that require a different ring diameter or height.
  • The steel version adds durability-focused construction, but that also means more weight than an aluminum option.
  • The wide ring design and 6-screw setup are aimed at secure clamping, but installation will be more involved than with simpler ring designs.

Suggested Comparisons

  • 30mm scope rings
  • Picatinny-compatible scope mounts
  • Heavy-recoil rifle scope mounting hardware
  • Steel scope ring sets

Suggested Accessories

  • Scope mounting tools
  • Torque wrench
  • Threadlocker
  • Lens cleaning kit

Frequently Asked Questions

What ring size is this MAX-50 set made for?

This product is listed as 30mm medium scope rings.

What material is this version made from?

The title identifies this version as steel. The source also says the MAX-50 rings are machined from steel or aluminum as serialized matched pairs, but this specific product is the steel version.

What type of mounting system are these rings compatible with?

They are described as MIL STD 1913 compatible.

How do the MAX-50 rings secure the scope?

The source says they use 6 #8-40 Torx screws to distribute load and help minimize the chance of damaging the scope.

Are these rings intended for heavy-recoiling rifles?

Yes. The product description says they are designed for the demanding .50 BMG round.