Lightweight Brigand Arms Edge .308 AR Carbon Fiber Handguard
Brigand Arms Edge .308 AR Carbon Fiber Handguard
While I’m not a fan of the visual appearance of the Brigand Arms Edge .308 AR Carbon Fiber Handguard the 4.6 ounces of the 12″ version is a great reason to overlook the appearance of this handguard.
The Brigand Arms Edge .308 AR Carbon Fiber Handguard blends cutting edge minimalist design with durable carbon fiber construction for an unmatched performance upgrade. No matter the application, this handguard will allow you to step up your game for the field or the match.
The Brigand Arms Edge .308 AR Carbon Fiber Handguard enables the addition of accessories suited specifically to the user’s preferences without settling for anything else. The Brigand Arms 2.5″ Picatinny Rail Segments, sold separately, allow for maximum versatility in customization without losing the benefit of the lightweight design.
Tube: Patented carbon fiber braid
Free float design
Caps: Aluminum
Barrel Nut: Standard free float w/Jam Nut (included)
Available in 12- and 15-inch lengths
The Brigand Arms AR-10 Edge Carbon Fiber Weave Handguard is designed to be installed out-of-the-box and the free float design allows for fine adjustment as well as secure mounting.
Aero Precision M5 ATLAS R-ONE M-LOK Handguard 12" and 15" Black or FDE
If you want to build a lightweight 308 AR without sacrificing durability or functionality, the Aero Precision M5 ATLAS R-ONE M-LOK Handguard is one component you want to look at. It is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and features a proprietary attachment system that ensures your rail is locked down tight and will not rotate.
The ATLAS R-ONE is the newest addition to the Aero Precision Handguard lineup. Machined from 6061-T6 Aluminum, the R-ONE line of handguards are designed with size and weight in mind, providing the perfect handguard for your lightweight build. Our proprietary ATLAS attachment system is a durable and dependable mounting platform, maintaining a slim profile while still providing the strength and stability customers have grown to love from Aero Precision handguards.
Available in KeyMod and M-LOK® profiles with 12″ and 15″ options.
ATLAS
The new Aero Taper Lock Attachment System (ATLAS) is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. It features 2 mirrored tapered locking nuts that provide evenly distributed clamping pressure across a custom engineered barrel nut with use of a turnbuckle screw. A ratcheting detent further secures the design while providing positive registration during installation. By design, the even pressure of the ATLAS system avoids distortion of the handguard often seen with current applications during installation.
All hardware mounting parts are included with the purchase of an ATLAS Handguard.
Lightweight By Design
KeyMod Handguard Weights: 12″ – 7.84 oz / 15″ – 8.96 oz
M-LOK Handguard Weights: 12″ – 8 oz / 15″ – 9.07 oz
Mounting Hardware Weight: 4.72 oz (same across all ATLAS Handguard options)
Features:
Full top picatinny rail for optional attachments
Quick disconnect sling socket at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions
Compatible with low profile gas blocks
1.5″ Inside diameter
Compatible with AR308 upper receivers and barrels
NOT Compatible with M5E1 Enhanced Upper Receivers
ATLAS Handguards are designed to match seamlessly with our M5E1 Threaded Upper Receivers. However, they may not be compatible with billet upper receivers due to indexing tabs. Save when you buy them as a combo.
Need help installing your ATLAS Handguard? Check out our instructional video at the bottom of the page.
PLEASE NOTE: These handguards do not come with a wrench. A standard armorers wrench will work with all M5 ATLAS Handguards.
ARMALITE AR-10 12 TAC HANDGUARD – Perfect combination of light weight and durability. Full length MIL-STD 1913 12 O’Clock rail. Key-Mod doubles as flush cup sling attachment points. Includes barrel nut and mounting hardware. Available in 12″ and 15″ lengths.
This AR-10 HANDGUARD will only work with ARMALITE AR-10 rifles.
FORTIS SWITCH 308 HANDGUARD – Fortis Manufacturing provides unmatched strength with exceptional design and aesthetics at a price you can afford. FMI uses only the highest quality materials available and precision machining with exacting quality control. A diverse group of select professional operators puts every product thru some of the most extreme testing and evaluation in the industry. A product is only considered ready for production when all issues have been resolved and addressed. This philosophy at Fortis ensures that each product or accessory they make will exceed the monstrous demands of the professionals who use them!
The FORTIS SWITCH 308 HANDGUARD Rail System is an innovative design from Fortis Manufacturing that gives you a distinct competitive advantage! The SWITCH is not only easy to install but also allows you to quickly remove and change rails. It features a tool less locking mechanism so you can change your rails and your setup on the fly to meet any conditions. This lightweight and robust free float handguard utilizes a 1 piece skeletonized body to maintain its strength and still shed weight. It has full length picatinny rail on top, with the versatility of key-mod at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions. Anti rotation quick detach swivel sockets are integral to the design. Constructed of aircraft grade aluminum and hard coat anodized you know it will last the life of your DPMS High Profile .308 Platform rifle. It installs easily using a 4140 heat treated barrel nut with 1-7/16″x16 threads. Improve your speed and your accuracy. Put more shots on target, further down range. Bring the SWITCH to your next competition!
FORTIS SWITCH 308 HANDGUARD
Specifications and Features:
Fortis Manufacturing SWITCH 308 Rail System SWITCH308-14
AR-10 Free Float Hand Guard
Tool-less Locking Mechanism
Continuous Top Picatinny Rails
Key-Mod Rails at 3 O’clock, 6 O’clock and 9 O’clock Positions
Anti-Rotation QD Attachment Points
Rail 6061-T6 Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Locking Handle Aircraft 7075-T6 Aluminum
Mil-Spec Type III Hard Coat Anodized Finish
Length 14.75″
Weight 10 Ounces
Inside Diameter 1.51″
Black
Fits:
For use with AR-10 Platform .308 Rifles.
DPMS High Profile .308 Platform
Uses 4140 Heat treated Barrel Nut 1-7/16″x16 TPI.
Barrel Nut Included
JL BILLET 308AR ANGLE CUT M LOK HANDGUARD 12″ LOW PROFILE DESCRIPTION
JL BILLET 308AR ANGLE CUT M LOK HANDGUARD – The continuous top rail allows you to mount iron sights, optics and any other accessories without additional rail sections. The Magpul M-Lok system allows users to customize the hand guard with rail sections and direct mount accessories. The hand guard is constructed of 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum and finished with an optional Mil-Spec type III hard coat black anodizing.
The MLA has a precision bore to fit the proprietary barrel nut which removes any unwanted play and ensures an exact fit!! Installation requires a 1-5/16″ crows foot wrench (not included) for the barrel nut; standard AR-10 barrel nut wrenches will not work with this hand guard system. These rails are some of the lightest you will find anywhere!
If you are looking for a unique look, light weight, and quality forend then this is it!
*DPMS Low Profile Rail Height*
Material: Hard Coat Anodized Aluminum Handguard, 7075-T6 Barrel Nut
JL BILLET 308AR ANGLE CUT M LOK HANDGUARD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Ensure weapon is clear and unloaded
2. Apply anti-seize to barrel nut threads
3. Torque barrel nut to 45 ft/lbs
4. Install hand guard over barrel nut and align with upper
There should be a slight drag between the two parts
5. Install key seat into slot and align the bolt holes
(The radius tab on the key seat should fit into the groove on the barrel nut)
6. Install the two 10/32 bolts and torque to 90 in/lbs
The key seat should be tight inside the slot and the hand guard should not rotate.
Carbon Fiber AR-10 Handguards – At 7.5 ounces it’s hard to ignore the Christensen Arms CA-10 Carbon Fiber AR-10 Mid-Length handguard. This is lighter than any other mid-length hanguard I am aware of. View the video here.
Weight – CA-15 (5.45 oz.) / CA-10 (7.5 oz)
Length – 9.25″
Christensen Aerospace DNA – Patented design and manufacturing
Lightweight, Durable, Cutting Edge
45% lighter, 2X stiffer & 5X stronger than aluminum handguard
Integral picatinny rail
Pre-drilled side holes to accept standard MOE rail sections
