

Attachment system sucks (too heavy, too many screws, etc).The rails look great when they come in…but something has always been off: I’ve tried out a bunch of great deals I’ve found at gun shows and especially on Amazon and Ebay. Note…I don’t have any “cheap” rails on this list. Want the additional rail space? Go with the Troy Industries Quad Rail. The STNGR VYPR is the handguard that recently bumped Aero off my Best Bang-For-The-Buck handguard list. To get a better grasp on the best length for you, check out our guide to choosing the proper handguard length. I personally like ~12″ handguards with 16″ barrels since I use the c-clamp grip. Plus, you can choose any handguard length if you have the right low-profile gas-block for it to go over. Your best bet if you are building your own AR-15 upper.įree-floating handguards give you an accuracy advantage since it doesn’t contact the barrel…so your hand position and extra gadgets such as bipods don’t affect barrel harmonics. BCM-15-MLOK-Rail Best Free-Floating Handguards It used to be personal preference but recently USSOCOM (US Special Operations Command) released their results of testing.Īnd M-LOK is the clear winner due to much better impact test results. New and used firearms, ammunition and accessories.One of the first decisions you’ll make is which attachment system…M-LOK or KeyMod. Three Gun Nuts is a local gun shop located in Spokane Valley, Washington.

If you are using our M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver, no additional pieces are needed.ĪR Rifle and Pistol, Aero Precision, AR15 Enhanced Quad Rail Handguards, Gen 2 12", Capacity 1 KIT, Caliber 223 REM | 5.56 NATO, Condition New, Finish Black, Hand Right Our handguards use the BAR interface and do not work with a standard barrel nut.

Make sure to select Yes under the Bar Barrel Nut option above (shims included). Gen 2 Feature - New profile for the continuous picatinny top railĪre you attaching this handguard to a standard threaded upper receiver? Gen 2 Feature - Additional milling along flats to aid with gripping and add visual appeal Gen 2 Feature - Quick disconnect sling socket at the 3, 6 and 9 oclock positions Gen 2 Feature - Eliminated half of the 3, 6 and 9 oclock picatinny rails, saving weight and providing a more ergonomic design in the rear gripping area 1.72 inside diameter (from barrel nut cut to forward end) fits most muzzle devices and 1.5 suppressors
