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SLR ION Lite M-LOK 5.56 Handguard
Overview The SLR ION Lite M-LOK 5.56 Handguard is a lightweight, free-floating AR-15 handguard designed for strength and modularity. It features a 1.35 in inner diameter, a 7-sided design for versatile mounting options, and two limited-rotation QD mounts. The handguard does not require barrel nut timing and is compatible with forged or billet receivers. It uses Mil-Spec Hardcoat Anodize finish and includes a 7075 aluminum barrel nut for a secure fit.
Features
- New Gen 5 design
- 1.35 in inner diameter
- 7 sided design for 45 degree mounting options
- 2 limited rotation QD mounts
- No timing of barrel nut required, no shims needed
- Works with any forged or billet receiver
- Mil-Spec Hardcoat Anodize
- 7075 Barrel Nut included with Hardcoat Anodize
- Free floating design
- Billet Anti Rotation Insert included (black insert)
- Barrel nut uses standard wrenches or SLR Billet wrench for a perfect fit
- Continuous top rail design across receiver/handguard threshold
- Mil-Spec 1913 mounting rails
Package Contents
- SLR ION Lite M-LOK 5.56 Handguard
- Barrel Nut
- Barrel Nut Wrench
- Hardware
Specifications
- Manufacturer: SLR
- Color: Black
- Finish: Hardcoat Anodized
- Fabric/Material: Aluminum Alloy
- Gun Make: AR Platform
- Gun Model: AR-15
- Gun Type: Rifle
- Gun Rail: Picatinny
- Condition: New
- Included Accessories: Anti-rotation Insert, Wedge Set, Barrel Nut
- Mount Type: M-LOK
- Quantity: 1
Specifications
- Manufacturer:
- SLR Rifleworks
- Category:
- handguard-rails
- Platforms:
- AR-15
- Weight:
- 6.6 oz
- Length:
- 5.0" - 16.0"
- MPN:
- ION775MLLITE
- Required Component:
- Yes
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