Yankee Hill Machine's line of M-LOK handguards provides a durable and extremely lightweight mounting solution. Features a full-length Picatinny top rail and M-LOK mounting system. Shop our selection below!
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This series of M-LOK handguards are very lightweight, include mounting holes along the entire length of the handguard with mounting positions at 3, 6, and 9 o clock, and features a “T” marked extended picatinny top rail. Made of 6061-T6 aluminum with a mil-spec (or better) hard coat anodized matte black finish.
Our Black Diamond Series handguards come in three lengths:
All Black Diamond M-LOK handguards come with the necessary installation parts and instructions.
This series of handguards are successors of YHMs popular KR7® KeyMod® handguards with the same benefits for the M-LOK platform. MR7 handguards have a free-floating design, are very lightweight, can accommodate accessories along their entire length and at all 45-degree angles, and feature a “T” marked extended picatinny top rail. Made of 6061-T6 aluminum with a mil-spec (or better) hard coat anodized matte black finish.
Our MR7 Series handguards come in a variety of lengths:
All MR7 M-LOK handguards come with the necessary installation parts and instructions.
Our M-LOK Two Piece Carbine Diamond Handguards are 6.5”, have a continuous picatinny top rail and M-LOK slots at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, and feature diamond-shaped heat vents. They are made from 6061-T6 aluminum with a mil-spec (or better) hard coat anodized matte black finish and weigh in at just 10 ounces. We carry a standard model, and Colt (YHM-9720-C) model. No gunsmithing is required!
YHM handguard designs have been refined over the years based on real-world feedback which has resulted in M-LOK handguards that look and feel great in a compact, lightweight profile.
They’re also designed with different vent hole designs so you can get the look that matches your style and setup!
All YHM handguards are constructed with premium aircraft grade 6061-T6 aluminum making them very lightweight without sacrificing durability and longevity.
They are also hard coat anodized matte black which not only looks great, and resists wear and tear from extended use.
All YHM M-LOK handguards feature a continuous Picatinny top rail, providing a seamless transition from your upper rail to your handguard. Top Picatinny rails are “T” marked to assist with the installation location of accessories.
M-LOK rail systems gained popularity for being a modern, lightweight modular mounting system that put it ahead of Keymod and Picatinny over the past decade.
They have a slimmer, ergonomic profile that reduces weight and snag points, a modular mounting system that is highly customizable and easy to install, and adaptable enough to be loved by tactical, hunting, competition, and casual shooters.
With the rise in popularity, many manufacturers have shifted to supporting this rail system, creating widespread compatibility and making this rail system highly versatile for any user.
This depends on your specific needs.
M-LOK is better if you want a lightweight, streamlined system that isn't bulky or prone to snags and is highly customizable with modern applications.
Picatinny is better if you want a more traditional, time-tested design that has a wide variety of supported accessories.
Yes, the United States military and Special Forces use M-LOK handguards with modern rifles like the M4A1 as part of their equipment modernization programs. The military made the switch because of their lightweight, ergonomic profile and modern, adaptable modular system to meet their goals of modernization and improved operational effectiveness.
Most AR-15 handguards use a proprietary barrel nut and mounting hardware.
The right handguard length depends on your gas system and barrel length first, then how many accessories will be mounted, and your stylistic needs.
If you want a lightweight handguard for mobility, a shorter one works better. If you want more accessories mounted, a longer one is the right choice.
They generally fit based on length classifications including pistol length, carbine length, mid-length, and rifle length. Lengths vary between manufacturers, reference specific length needed for your rifle.
In most cases a low-profile gas block will allow you to mount a longer handguard than the gas system was originally designed for. I.E. a rifle length handguard on a carbine length gas system.
MR7 handguards include the tools necessary for installation.
No, all YHM AR-15 handguards come with the parts necessary for installation. If needed, we offer spare SLR wrenches (for SLR handguards only).
Installation instructions may vary depending on the handguard purchased. Each handguard comes with detailed instructions to aid you through the installation process.
Here are links to installation instructions:
YHM® was founded in 1951 by Wallace Judd and James Graham, in an area of Massachusetts known locally as “Yankee Hill.” James had recently finished a tour of duty in Korea and saw an opportunity to help those he served by manufacturing firearms and accessories.
Through years of dedication and adaptation, YHM® has managed to keep those original goals in place while also becoming a full-service OEM Manufacturer.
Since 2013, Yankee Hill Machine has been owned and operated by the third generation of the Graham family-brothers, Chris and Kevin. Today, their mission is to offer high-end, durable products at an affordable price without sacrificing quality. All products are made in the USA and designed to exceed your expectations.
