{"product_id":"irayusa-rico-micro-pictail-2-mounting-shoe","title":"iRayUSA RICO MICRO PICTAIL 2 Helmet \u0026 Weapon Mounting Shoe","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eiRayUSA RICO MICRO PICTAIL 2 Helmet \u0026amp; Weapon Mounting Shoe\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a standard helmet-mount dovetail interface with a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny interface in one shoe. Designed for RICO MICRO mounting applications, the \u003cstrong\u003eIRAY-AC59\u003c\/strong\u003e updates the original PICTAIL design to improve compatibility with newer helmet and weapon mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the PICTAIL 2 when you need the mounting shoe that connects a compatible RICO MICRO setup to helmet dovetail hardware or works with the \u003cstrong\u003eADM MQD mount\u003c\/strong\u003e for weapon mounting. Confirm your optic, helmet interface, and weapon mount before ordering; the shoe is one component of the mounting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does the PICTAIL 2 Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PICTAIL 2 brings two mounting interfaces together. Its dovetail side works with standard dovetail receptacles used in helmet mounting hardware from Wilcox, KVC, and other manufacturers. Its Picatinny side incorporates a dedicated slot designed to interface with the ADM MQD mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelmet mounting interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard dovetail shoe for compatible helmet mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeapon mounting interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny geometry designed to work with the ADM MQD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Revised from the original IRAY-AC52 PICTAIL to accommodate newer mounting interface hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfigurable positioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PICTAIL and MQD combination supports different mounting positions for compatible standalone and clip-on applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePICTAIL 2 vs. the Original PICTAIL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PICTAIL 2 is the updated version of the original \u003cstrong\u003eIRAY-AC52 PICTAIL\u003c\/strong\u003e. According to iRayUSA, the redesign increases compatibility with newer weapon and helmet mounting interfaces while retaining compatibility with the standard helmet dovetail receptacles supported by the original design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eiRayUSA partnered with Ultimate Night Vision to redesign and produce the PICTAIL 2. American Defense Manufacturing produces the companion MQD mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already own the original PICTAIL and it works correctly with your mounting hardware, check whether the revised interface addresses a specific need before replacing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the PICTAIL 2 Works with the ADM MQD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PICTAIL shoe and ADM MQD work together to create an adjustable mounting footprint on a standard Picatinny rail. iRayUSA publishes the following positioning details for the combined system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone optic configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than 4.5 inches of rear offset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversed clip-on configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5 inches of rear offset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForward rail requirement in clip-on configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four rail slots in front of the day optic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese measurements describe the PICTAIL and MQD used together. Actual suitability depends on your optic, day optic, rail layout, and mounting hardware. A mounting shoe does not add clip-on or weapon-sight capability to an optic that does not support those uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eiRayUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRICO MICRO PICTAIL 2 Helmet\/Weapon Shoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIRAY-AC59\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e850048751736\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHelmet and weapon mounting interface shoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHelmet Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandard dovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeapon-Side Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMIL-STD-1913 Picatinny interface designed for the ADM MQD\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePrevious Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIRAY-AC52 PICTAIL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is the PICTAIL 2 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRICO MICRO owners assembling a compatible helmet or weapon mounting setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsers who need a shoe that combines helmet dovetail and ADM MQD-compatible interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOwners evaluating the updated PICTAIL design for compatibility with newer mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Check Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour exact optic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that your model supports the PICTAIL 2 attachment and your intended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour helmet hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the dovetail receptacle and any required bridge or helmet mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour weapon mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The published weapon mounting configurations use the companion ADM MQD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour available rail space:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check clearance and positioning for your complete setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PICTAIL 2 is a mounting shoe, not a complete helmet mounting system. Do not assume that an optic, helmet mount, bridge, or ADM MQD is included unless the package contents explicitly list it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the iRayUSA PICTAIL 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PICTAIL 2 is a RICO MICRO mounting shoe that combines a standard helmet dovetail interface with a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny interface designed to work with the ADM MQD mount. Its manufacturer part number is IRAY-AC59.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat changed from the original PICTAIL?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiRayUSA redesigned the original IRAY-AC52 PICTAIL to improve compatibility with newer helmet and weapon mounting hardware while retaining standard helmet dovetail compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the PICTAIL 2 work with Wilcox or KVC helmet hardware?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiRayUSA states that the PICTAIL 2 retains compatibility with standard dovetail receptacles used in helmet mounting interface hardware from Wilcox, KVC, and others. Confirm the exact hardware combination before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an ADM MQD for weapon mounting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weapon mounting system described by iRayUSA uses the PICTAIL shoe together with the ADM MQD mount. The shoe alone is not the complete rail-clamping assembly described in that setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the PICTAIL 2 make any thermal optic a clip-on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The optic itself must support clip-on use. The PICTAIL 2 provides a mounting interface; it does not change the operating capabilities of your optic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the PICTAIL 2 fit every RICO MICRO or other thermal optic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not assume universal compatibility. Confirm your exact optic model and mounting hardware before purchase, especially when adapting a different product family or generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGet Help Choosing Your Mounting Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help checking compatibility? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@thermalbros.com\"\u003einfo@thermalbros.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your optic model, helmet mount or bridge, and intended use. Thermal Bros can help you identify the mounting components to verify before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/helmet-mounts-accessories\"\u003ehelmet mounts and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e to plan your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IrayUSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67841430913091,"sku":"IRAY-AC59","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/1737\/9139\/files\/IrayPictail5.webp?v=1793383374","url":"https:\/\/thermalbros.com\/products\/irayusa-rico-micro-pictail-2-mounting-shoe","provider":"Thermal Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}