AR 15 Handguard: Free floating or drop-in? Aluminum or Polymer? Quad rail, Keymod, M-LOK, or no rail?

AR 15 Handguard: Free floating or drop-in? Aluminum or Polymer? Quad rail, Keymod, M-LOK, or no rail?

Choosing a hand guard for your AR-15 can be confusing, with all of the options that are available. Even the names can be confusing (hand guard, forend, forearm, fore-grip – they’re all the same).

But picking the right hand guard is one of the most important decisions to make when building or accessorizing your AR-15. The AR 15 hand-guard can define the functionality and appearance of your rifle, and allow for further accessorization.

One of the most exciting parts of owning an AR-15 is utilizing as many attachments as you want, whenever you want. Hand guards allow for more accessory attachment and placement customization and provide the added bonus of keeping hands safe from the singe of hot metal.

Find all of the popular rail systems at Cheaper Than Dirt including Picatinny, Weaver, KeyMod, and M-LOK. You’ll also find free-float hand guard options that increase multi-shot accuracy by never touching the barrel. Cheaper Than Dirt helps you gain the edge at a price you can afford with tons of sturdy hand guard and rail options to support all of your AR-15 upgrades.

Take your build to the next level with AR 15 handguards and rails from Primary Arms. We offer hand guards that utilize standard 1913 picatinny accessory rails as well as the latest in M-LOK and KeyMod technology to give you full flexibility when attaching your favorite accessories. Choose from popular items free float handguards from 7” to 15” in length. We offer handguards from manufacturers like Aero Precision, Armalite, Bravo Company, Daniel Defense, Fortis, Geissele, Hogue, Magpul, Midwest Industries, Odin Works, SLR Rifleworks, Seekins Precisions, Spike’s Tactical, Strike Industries, Troy Industries and more.

The AR 15 hand guard can define the functionality and appearance of your rifle, and allow for further accessorization. We carry a full line of AR-15 hand guards, including both free-float and drop-in varieties, plus hand guard accessories and more.