{"id":2994,"date":"2026-09-26T19:05:21","date_gmt":"2026-09-26T19:05:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nightvisionenthusiast.com\/?product=kastle-group-exps-226-optic-riser"},"modified":"2026-09-27T12:52:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T12:52:45","slug":"kastle-group-exps-226-optic-riser","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nightvisionenthusiast.com\/?product=kastle-group-exps-226-optic-riser","title":{"rendered":"Kastle Group EXPS-226&#x2122; Optic Riser"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Kastle Group EXPS-226&#x2122; Optic Riser<\/h1>\n<p>The <strong>Kastle Group EXPS-226&#x2122; Optic Riser<\/strong> is engineered to elevate your <strong>EOTech EXPS-series holographic sight<\/strong> to a <strong>2.26-inch optical centerline<\/strong>, providing an optimized heads-up shooting position and improved passive aiming performance with helmet-mounted night vision. Built from <strong>7075-T651 aluminum<\/strong> and utilizing Kastle&#8217;s <strong>Titanium K-Clamp&#x2122;<\/strong> mounting system, the EXPS-226 delivers exceptional durability, repeatable return-to-zero, and rock-solid mounting performance in demanding environments.<\/p>\n<p>As taller optic heights continue to gain popularity among military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters, the 2.26&#8243; centerline offers improved ergonomics while wearing helmets, hearing protection, gas masks, and other mission-essential equipment. The elevated height also makes passive aiming through night vision significantly more natural, reducing neck strain and improving target acquisition.<\/p>\n<p>Designed specifically for <strong>EOTech EXPS-series optics<\/strong>, the EXPS-226 attaches to any <strong>MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail<\/strong>and provides a rigid, lightweight mounting solution that maintains zero under recoil. Whether you&#8217;re building a duty rifle, home defense carbine, or dedicated night vision setup, the EXPS-226 offers the performance and reliability expected from a premium American-made optic riser.<\/p>\n<h2>Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Designed for EOTech EXPS-Series Holographic Sights<\/li>\n<li>Raises Optic to a 2.26&#8243; Optical Centerline<\/li>\n<li>Optimized for Passive Aiming with Night Vision<\/li>\n<li>Precision Machined from 7075-T651 Aluminum<\/li>\n<li>Titanium K-Clamp&#x2122; Mounting Technology<\/li>\n<li>Fits Standard MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny Rails<\/li>\n<li>Type III MIL-SPEC Hardcoat Anodized Finish<\/li>\n<li>Lightweight, Rigid One-Piece Construction<\/li>\n<li>Available in Black (BLK) Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Clear (CLR) Olive Drab Green (ODG)<\/li>\n<li>100% Made in the USA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Specifications<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Specification<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Optical Centerline<\/td>\n<td>2.26&#8243;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Optic Compatibility<\/td>\n<td>EOTech EXPS Series<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rail Interface<\/td>\n<td>MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Material<\/td>\n<td>7075-T651 Aluminum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mounting System<\/td>\n<td>Titanium K-Clamp&#x2122;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Finish<\/td>\n<td>Type III MIL-SPEC Hardcoat Anodized<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Weight<\/td>\n<td>3.8 oz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rail Slots Required<\/td>\n<td>6 Picatinny Slots<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Country of Origin<\/td>\n<td>USA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Why Choose the Kastle EXPS-226?<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re running an <strong>EOTech EXPS<\/strong> with a helmet-mounted night vision setup, the <strong>2.26-inch optic height<\/strong> provides a noticeable improvement in comfort and usability. 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