The Midwest Industries Combat Rail HD 9.25-inch M-LOK handguard is built for AR-15 owners who want a rigid, free-float rail that takes hard use (Midwest Industries part no. MI-CRMHD-9.25). Midwest designed the Combat Rail HD for maximum rigidity, with a body of hard coat anodized 6061 aluminum and a longer 4140 steel barrel nut to hold the handguard steady. At 9.25 inches it is a compact length that weighs 14.0 ounces. Two steel QD sockets sit where they minimize gun roll, and a five-slot polymer M-LOK rail ships with the handguard. It is a straightforward upgrade for a duty, home-defense or range carbine.

Key Specifications

• The handguard length is 9.25 inches, the overall handguard length, which sets how far it reaches forward of the receiver.
• The body is hard coat anodized 6061 aluminum, which resists wear and keeps the handguard light.
• Weight is 14.0 ounces for the 9.25-inch length, a figure that matters when you are building a light carbine.
• The handguard uses M-LOK slots on seven sides, so lights, grips and accessories can mount at many angles.
• A five-slot polymer M-LOK rail is included, giving you a rail section to mount a light or sling hardware straight away.
• Two steel anti-rotation QD sockets are placed to minimize gun roll, and steel holds up better than aluminum under sling loads.
• The outside diameter is 1.750 inches, a slim profile that stays comfortable to grip.
• The inside diameter is 1.250 inches, which sets the clearance around the barrel and gas block.
• A longer 4140 steel barrel nut and machined heavy-duty anti-rotation tabs keep the handguard from shifting.
• Mounting uses Torx hardware with the Midwest Industries patented torque plate, which prevents forward movement of the handguard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Combat Rail HD fit? It fits AR-15 uppers with a standard forged upper receiver. Midwest Industries notes that billet upper receivers vary in dimensions, so check fit with your billet receiver maker. It is not for use on gas piston ARs.

What comes with the handguard? It includes a five-slot polymer M-LOK rail, and the handguard has two steel anti-rotation QD sockets and Torx mounting hardware.

How heavy and how large is it? The 9.25-inch handguard weighs 14.0 ounces, with a 1.750-inch outside diameter and a 1.250-inch inside diameter.

Buy the Midwest Industries Combat Rail HD 9.25-Inch M-LOK Handguard for AR-15

The Combat Rail HD was designed for shooters who put their carbines through serious use, and Midwest Industries backs it with a lifetime warranty and USA manufacturing. Pick it up with the rest of our AR handguards and order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping.