8 Best Magpul Stocks: Hunting, PRS, AK & AR

Aftermarket stocks are a great way to upgrade your rifle or shotgun, but there are to many that it's a lot to wrap your head around!

Magpul produces a little bit of everything for everyone, including some pretty awesome stocks. To make things easy, we narrowed down the list to a few of the best Magpul stocks for everything from AR-15s to lever guns.

Let's dive in and explore the world of Magpul!

Magpul Stock Comparison Chart

How We Chose the Best Magpul Stocks

For this article, we gathered a bunch of Magpul stocks we've personally used, reviewed, and owned here at Pew Pew Tactical. The entire Pew Pew Tactical team, as well as freelance writers, contributed to this review to offer different opinions based on ergonomics, size, and experience.

Best Magpul Stocks

1. Magpul CTR - Best Overall

Best Overall

Magpul CTR Stock

$61

at OpticsPlanet

Prices accurate at time of writing

$61 at OpticsPlanet

Palmetto State Armory (see price)

Magpul (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AR15, M4, M16, AR10, M110, SR25
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: Yes
• Colors: Black, gray, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

Carbines are meant to be lightweight, compact, easy to use, and simple. With this in mind, the Magpul CTR has long been the dominant carbine stock.

It’s been seen in the hands of a number of military and police personnel, including elite operators within the SEAL, Raider, and Green Beret communities.

With the CTR, you get the classic six-position carbine stock. It's similar to the old M4 stock, but Magpul reduced weight with an A-frame design and moved the adjustment latch inside to prevent any kind of accidental release or extension.

The CTR also has a QD socket for slings and a pair of 1.25-inch sling points. The cheek weld isn't exactly luxurious, but it's better than the M4 stock.

The friction lock really reduces wobble. This helps keep the stock stable when you get a cheek weld for more accurate shots.

The Magpul CTR stock doesn't stand out as the best stock for precision shooting, the most compact stock, or any other award for being the best in any specific category. The CTR stands out because it's a jack of all trades.

It's well made, compact, tight, light, and easy to use just like the AR-15!

2. Magpul MOE SL-K - Best Budget

Best Budget

Magpul MOE SL-K

$39

at OpticsPlanet

Prices accurate at time of writing

$39 at OpticsPlanet

MidwayUSA (see price)

Magpul (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AR15, M4, M16, AR10, M110, SR25
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: No
• Colors: Black, gray, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

The MOE SL-K has captured not only my heart but the heart of shooters worldwide. It's the compact version of the MOE SL, and it's Magpul's lightest and shortest AR-15 stock. It's also super affordable!

At only 7.9 ounces and 6.5 inches, it fits well with your smallest, lightest carbines. While it might be a small stock, the design isn't slacking by any means.

Most PDW stocks don't offer much on the cheek weld or support front. The MOE SL-K is an exception: it provides a supportive cheek weld with the Magpul slope and a beard-friendly design.

At the rear of the stock, there's a slot for 1.25-inch webbing, but you can also attach a QD mount. You’ll also find a Magpul buttpad and shape that's famous for its ability to cling to your shoulder but also easily roll for a shoulder swap.

Most PDW stocks offer limited control and support, but the Magpul MOE SL-K provides that rock-solid support while remaining light and handy.

3. Magpul ACS - Best Internal Storage

Best Internal Storage

Magpul ACS

$76

at OpticsPlanet

Prices accurate at time of writing

$76 at OpticsPlanet

MidwayUSA (see price)

Palmetto State Armory (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AR15, M4, M16, AR10, M110, SR25
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: No
• Colors: Black, gray, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

I'm not the type to like minimalist stocks, and as a thick boi, I can appreciate thick stocks that provide ample support. That's why I prefer a stock like the ACS. The big fat cheek weld greets my face (and beard) like an old friend.

I enjoy the increased comfort, especially when used with LPVOs or other magnified optics. That's not the main draw to the ACS stock, though.

The ACS stock is basically a backpack for your rifle. Sure, it's a great stock, but it also offers a lot of room to store all your goodies.

And by "goodies," I mean mission essentials like batteries. You can fit six CR123 batteries into the stock. Another compartment gives you room for in-ear hearing protection, small tools, and much more.

With the ACS stock, you get more storage options than most, but you pay a cost for it. That cost is sling points. You get one, and you dang sure better like it.

4. Magpul SGA - Best Shotgun Stock

Best Shotgun Stock

Magpul SGA

$104

at OpticsPlanet

Prices accurate at time of writing

$104 at OpticsPlanet

MidwayUSA (see price)

Magpul (see price)

Specs

• Platform: Mossberg 500, Mossberg 590, Mossberg 590A1, Remington 870
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: Yes
• Colors: Black, gray, orange, FDE
• Country of Origin: USA

The Magpul SGA is a rock-solid shotgun stock that's easy to fit individual shooters, easy to use with common accessories, and plenty comfy for high-round-count training days.

This affixed stock offers a traditional design like something you'd see on most shotguns. That's how it appears, anyway.

The stock combines the benefits of a pistol grip and a traditional stock.

With a very pronounced pistol grip, you can easily hold the gun up with a single hand and keep it oriented downrange. It provides a great grip if you prefer the old push/pull for recoil reduction.

Magpul designed the stock to use a series of inserts to adjust the length of pull for individual shooters.

On top of that, the stock features a series of sling points, and you can easily add a sight riser to use various height optics.

A supportive recoil pad tops everything off to keep the shooting experience comfy. Magpul blew the world away with the SGA stock, and I hope they extend the stock to fit a wider variety of shotguns.

Right now, they only make them for the Remington 870 and Mossberg 500/590 series of shotguns. I want the SGA on every shotgun I own, from the Benelli M4 to the Ithaca 37.

5. Magpul Zhukov - Best AK Stock

Best AK Stock

Magpul Zhukov-S

$99

at OpticsPlanet

Prices accurate at time of writing

$99 at OpticsPlanet

MidwayUSA (see price)

Palmetto State Armory (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AK, AKM
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: Yes
• Colors: Black, FDE, plum
• Country of Origin: USA

When Magpul released the Zhukov, it made a lot of AK stocks obsolete -- and you don't have to convert to an AR-style setup.

The Zhukov, named after the Russian Field Marshal of WWII fame, delivers one of the most modern AK stocks out there. If you're a traditionalist, look the other way.

The Zhukov takes advantage of the AK design with a folding capability, and gives you the ability to change the length of pull with the press of a button. If you're using one of the AK's famed side-mounted optics, you'll be happy to hear it folds to the right.

Tossing a sling on your AK isn't always easy, but the Zhukov cleans things up a fair bit. You have the option for a typical 1.25-inch sling or a QD point for a more modern option.

The stock locks in place easily and provides a stable platform for taking accurate shots. A little support goes a long way, and the cheek rest is fantastic. You can even add an optional riser to the Zhukov for using those high-sitting AK optics.

Magpul's Zhukov stock allows your AK to take on some modern flair and ergonomics. It's well worth the cost and even comes in a fun plum color.

6. Magpul Hunter - Best Hunting Stock

Best Hunting Stock

Magpul Hunter

$137

at MidwayUSA

Prices accurate at time of writing

$137 at MidwayUSA

OpticsPlanet (see price)

Magpul (see price)

Specs

• Platform: Remington 700, Ruger 10/22, Ruger American, Savage 110, Savage AXIS
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Varies
• Adjustable Comb Height: Varies
• Colors: Varies
• Country of Origin: USA

Your favorite stock company didn't forget about traditional rifles -- check out the Magpul Hunter!

With this family of stocks, Magpul embraces the Remington 700, Ruger American, Ruger 10/22, Savage 110, and Savage Axis rifles.

These stocks use the same high-performance polymer design we've come to expect from Magpul. They incorporate several M-LOK slots on the sides and bottom of the stock so you can mount accessories like a bipod or weapon-mounted rangefinder.

Magpul uses a strong bedding block to keep your rifle as accurate as possible.

At the rear, we see a similar design to the Magpul SGA. This includes an ergonomic, aggressive pistol grip paired with an adjustable length of pull via removable inserts.

It's lightweight, available in a wide variety of colors, and is just waiting to be rattle-canned.

7. Magpul PRS - Best Precision Stock

Best Precision Stock

Magpul PRS Gen3

$244

at BattleHawk Armory

Prices accurate at time of writing

$244 at BattleHawk Armory

OpticsPlanet (see price)

AR15 Discounts (see price)

Magpul (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AR15, M4, M16, AR10, M110, SR25
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: Yes
• Colors: Black, gray, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

If you consider yourself a precision rifleman with an AR-pattern rifle, then the Magpul PRS is likely on your radar.

PRS stands for Precision Rifle/Sniper, and it's currently in its third generation. A PRS stock is designed to give you the best shooting position possible and provides an extremely ergonomic platform.

Plus, it's Magpul, so we know we are getting a durable, well-made, and lightweight rifle stock.

Magpul designed the rubber butt pad of the PRS Gen 3 to be adjustable for both cant and height to maximize its contact with your shoulder. With all generations, we get an adjustable length of pull and adjustable comb height.

Unlike a carbine stock, these adjustments are incredibly precise and stable, allowing a precision shooter to adjust the stock for their needs.

At the bottom of the Gen 3 stock sits two M-LOK slots for adding a monopod for those real precise shots. The Gen 2 variants have threaded inserts with a 10-32 thread pattern for monopods.

Of course, you have a few sling points for keeping things secure and stable when you aren't prone. These are some of the best rifle stocks on the planet for precision shooting, and unlike other options, they won't cost half as much as your rifle.

8. Magpul MOE - Best Fixed AR Stock

Best Fixed AR Stock

Magpul MOE

$66

at MidwayUSA

Prices accurate at time of writing

$66 at MidwayUSA

OpticsPlanet (see price)

AR15Discounts (see price)

Amazon (see price)

Specs

• Platform: AR15, M4, M16, AR10, M110, SR25
• Adjustable Length of Pull: No
• Adjustable Comb Height: No
• Colors: Black, gray, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

Everyone loves carbines until they experience the joy of a rifle with a 20-inch barrel, a rifle-length gas system, and a fixed stock like the Magpul MOE.

This A2-style fixed stock features a long length of pull; the same as an M4 carbine stock fully extended. It's just right for most shooters, and the LOP sits at 13.5 inches.

Magpul ensured the cheek weld was extensive and allowed you to button down and get behind your sights and optics. It's my choice on my Aero M16 clone, although it's clearly not really a clone anymore. It's better.

Beyond the awesome comfort and perfect LOP, Magpul did the Magpul thing and provided plenty of sling points to make sure your rifle remains supported and comfy.

The rear of the stock opens, and there is a massive compartment for storing batteries, cleaning kits, tools, skittles, and whatever else you could ever want.

Fixed stocks aren't a favorite for everyone, but the Magpul MOE is the way to go if you need a true rifle stock.

What do you think about the Magpul MOE rifle stock? Rate it below!

9. Magpul ELG

Magpul ELG

$127

at Amazon

Prices accurate at time of writing

$127 at Amazon

OpticsPlanet (see price)

Scheels (see price)

Specs

• Platform: Marlin 1895, Marlin 1894, Marlin 336
• Adjustable Length of Pull: Yes
• Adjustable Comb Height: Yes
• Colors: Black, FDE, OD green
• Country of Origin: USA

Hang on just a minute! Magpul didn't forget about lever guns, and neither did we. Bring your cowboy rifle into the modern age with the Magpul ELG.

While we haven't gotten our hands on one of these yet, Magpul's track record leads us to believe it's a huge upgrade over traditional wood stocks -- in terms of practicality, at least.

And yes, there's an M-LOK handguard to match!

The ELG is adjustable for length of pull and comb height. That's always nice, and it's especially handy if you use an optic because they sit considerably higher than your rifle's iron sights.

It also has a bunch of secure storage for ammunition. Again, someone at Magpul was thinking about lever-gun owners who have to deal with limited magazine capacity and slower reloads compared to rifles with detachable magazines.

Right now, it only fits a few Marlin rifles. Will that change? We'll have to wait and see.

Have you tried the Magpul ELG yet? Let us know what you think in the comments!

How to Pick the Best Magpul Stock

Ready to buy a sweet Magpul stock to upgrade one of the guns in your collection? Here's what you need to know before you swipe that credit card.

Firearm Compatibility

First, figure out what you want to upgrade. Magpul stocks are compatible with specific firearms.

Once you know the platform you're dealing with (AR-15, AK, Remington 870, Marlin 336, etc.) you can see what Magpul offers. And yes, Magpul supports all of those!

Adjustable Stocks

One of the main reasons people buy Magpul stocks is to get more adjustability than your factory stock offers.

Want to customize length of pull or comb height for a personalized fit? Look for a Magpul stock with those features. If that's not a priority, you have even more options.

Weight

Weight is another consideration. If you're building a precision or DMR-style rifle, adding weight is an advantage.

If you're dealing with a lightweight AR-15, keeping the stock light as well is key.

Meet the Experts

Heading up this article is Pew Pew Tactical author Travis Pike. Travis spent a lifetime shooting and hunting before joining the United States Marine Corps, where he spent five years as an infantryman. Travis is also an NRA-certified instructor and concealed carry instructor in the state of Florida.

Editing this article is Scott Murdock. Scott is a Marine Corps veteran who competed and qualified as a rifle and pistol expert while in service. In addition to shooting, Scott has written for a variety of publications, testing, researching, and evaluating guns and gear. He brings that knowledge and skillset to this article, editing and fact-checking for accuracy.

Editor-in-Chief Jacki Billings runs our experienced team of reviewers. She is a National Rifle Association Basic Pistol Instructor as well as a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, ACES: Society for Editing, and the Professional Outdoor Media Association. Jacki has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has worked as a media professional for close to 20 years, specializing in gun media for almost 10 years. With 2,000+ articles to her name, she uses her professional journalism and editing experience to set testing protocols and editorial standards for Pew Pew Tactical.

Final Thoughts

Magpul makes some of the world's best gun products and gear. They are always innovating and always pressing forward.

When it comes to the rear of your weapon, Magpul has done a fantastic job of producing some of the best stocks on the planet.

What's your favorite Magpul stock? Let me know in the comments below. Need more options? Check out our guides to the Best AR-15 Stocks and Best AR-10 Stocks!

Latest Updates

May 2025: Added comparison chart and updated supporting content.