The Magpul Zhukov-U Hand Guard (brand part number MAG680-FDE) shaves 1.5 inches off the standard Zhukov to suit shorter-barreled AK rifles and pistols, while still keeping the front end of a full-length rifle light and lively. Finished in Flat Dark Earth over a full-length, hard-anodized aluminum chassis, it measures 10.20 inches and clamps directly to the barrel for a flex-free mount with real heat shielding. M-LOK slots at the three, six, and nine o’clock positions accept direct-attach accessories or Picatinny rail sections, and the shorter design still leaves clearance for a military-issue cleaning rod. It ships with a replacement polymer top cover included.

Key Specifications

• Finished in Flat Dark Earth polymer.
• Measures 10.20 inches overall length.
• Polymer outer over a full-length, hard-anodized aluminum chassis for strength and heat dispersion.
• M-LOK slots at the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions.
• Accepts direct-attach M-LOK accessories or optional Picatinny rail sections.
• Clamps directly to the barrel for a flex-free mount.
• Includes a replacement polymer top cover.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is different about the U version? The Zhukov-U is 1.5 inches shorter than the standard Zhukov, suited to shorter-barreled AK rifles and pistols.

Does it include a top cover? Yes, a replacement polymer top cover ships with the handguard.

Buy the Magpul Zhukov-U AK Handguard, Flat Dark Earth 10.20 Inch

A shorter, FDE-finished handguard is a clean way to keep a compact AK build light and protected. Order it from the Magpul Industries lineup of AK stocks, forends, and forearms at our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping.