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Mekanix have developed a handguard which fit the Heckler&Koch`s MR223/HK416/MR556 rifles
The handguard is developed by shooters for shooters, and the goal in the development has been the challenges one faces within competition shooting like e.g. IPSC.
Developing a slimline handguard for the H&K rifle is a challenging task since the H&K is piston operated and has a much larger gas block opposed to a standard AR15 platform.
The new XTP .223 adjustable gas block became the perfect solution which enabled Mekanix to develop a longer handguard with a lower profile and give cleaning/gas adjustment possibilities without having to remove the handguard.
Some of the advantages with the new XHG-NO handguard:
· Low weigh · Length
· Low profile · Grip
· Ventilation · Attachment possibilities
· Easy access to cleaning and gas adjustment
Grip.
A good grip is essential for any competitor. The handguard has a knurled surface along the whole handguard so you get a good grip regardless of where you position your hands.
The surface also gives an added bonus that it “grip/stick” to wooden surfaces one usually finds in barricades, walls, apertures and such, whilst still comfortable to hold.
Ventilation
Good ventilation is essential to aid in cooling the barrel as quickly as possible. A well know effect from hot barrels is the mirage you get in the scope. The barrel wear will also increase in level with the heat.
The handguard is machines with 61 slots, each 7x32mm large. This does not only provide good ventilation for the barrel, but it also gives great flexibility regarding mounting possibilities.
Each slot is made from the M-Lok specifications, which enable you to mount a whole variety of accessories to the handguard.
Mounting possibilities and M-LOK.
The handguard is equipped with 61 slots, these slots have the same dimensions as the well known M-Lok system(7x32mm). This gives you great flexibility and enable you to mount a whole variety of accessories to the handguard.
Quick-release.
In addition to the 61 slots, we also have milled some grooves on top and bottom. These are quite similar to a Picatinny mount, meaning that with some minor modifications you can use Picatinny adapters to attach directly to the handguard. So you don't have to attach external Picatinny rails to e.g. use bipods with quick release.
The only modification needed is that the Picatinny mount needs to be “sharp” to ensure it fits well into the grooves.
See example of a modified quick-release Picatinny mount.
Specifications
Diameter Ø46mm
Lenght 420mm / 16,5"
Weight 415g
Material aluminum
Surface anodized black
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