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NcSTAR MAR4S Quad Rail Carbine Handguard AR-15 .223/5.56

UPC: 814108011802

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Description

The NcSTAR MAR4S is a two-piece, carbine-length quad rail handguard built to replace the factory plastic furniture on your AR-15 or M4. This is the third-generation version, which NcSTAR trimmed down to a slimmer profile and lighter weight than the older models, so you get four Picatinny rails without turning your front end into a boat anchor. It slides onto a carbine-length gas system using your existing GI handguard cap and delta ring, so there's no barrel work or gunsmithing involved.

Machined from aluminum with a black hardcoat anodized finish, the MAR4S holds up to wear and shrugs off corrosion. The four rails run along the top, bottom, and both sides, giving you plenty of real estate for optics up top and lights, lasers, a vertical grip, or a bipod down below. Laser-engraved white rail markings help you index and repeat accessory placement, and the large ventilation cutouts let heat bleed off the barrel during longer strings of fire.

Getting the MAR4S Bolted On

Installation is about as painless as a quad rail gets. The two halves clamp together with four Allen-head screws, and NcSTAR includes the mounting tool you need in the box. Folks running standard mil-spec carbines report it going on in a matter of minutes, sometimes barely needing to work the delta ring. Just take your time lining up the two pieces and everything snugs down tight.

Rifles the MAR4S Plays Nice With

This one is aimed at 16-inch carbine builds chambered in .223/5.56 with a mil-spec barrel nut, delta ring, and front handguard cap. That covers a wide swath of the market, including the Smith & Wesson M&P15, Bushmaster XM15-E2S, DPMS carbines, Ruger AR-556, Colt M4s, and most mil-spec variants. If you're not sure whether your rifle uses a carbine-length gas system and the standard delta ring setup, it's worth confirming before you order so you land the right fit.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: NcSTAR
  • Manufacturer Part Number: MAR4S
  • UPC: 814108011802
  • Product Type: Quad Rail Handguard
  • Fit: AR-15 / M4 Carbine Length Gas System
  • Caliber: .223 / 5.56
  • Design: Two-Piece Drop-In
  • Rails: Four Picatinny (Top, Bottom, Both Sides)
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Finish: Black Hardcoat Anodized
  • Rail Markings: Laser Engraved (White)
  • Length: 6.5" (6.7" O.A.L.)
  • Width: 2.3"
  • Height: 2.3"
  • Weight: 9.9 oz
  • Generation: 3rd Generation

What’s Included

  • NcSTAR MAR4S two-piece quad rail handguard
  • Four Allen-head mounting screws
  • Mounting tool

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the MAR4S fit my AR-15 without any gunsmithing?

Yes, as long as your rifle runs a carbine-length gas system with a standard mil-spec barrel nut, delta ring, and front handguard cap. The MAR4S is a drop-in, two-piece design that replaces your factory handguards and clamps on with four screws. No barrel work or permanent modifications are required.

What rifles does the MAR4S quad rail work with?

It's designed for 16-inch carbine builds with a carbine-length gas system, which covers a big chunk of mil-spec AR-15s and M4s. That includes the Smith & Wesson M&P15, Bushmaster XM15-E2S, DPMS carbines, Ruger AR-556, Colt M4s, and similar variants. If your rifle uses a mid-length gas system or a proprietary barrel nut, this carbine model won't be the right fit.

What can I mount on the MAR4S handguard?

The four Picatinny rails give you room for pretty much any standard rail-mounted gear. That means red dots or optics up top, plus lights, lasers, a vertical grip, or a bipod on the side and bottom rails. The laser-engraved rail markings make it easy to note your positions and put accessories back exactly where you had them.

Is the MAR4S hard to install?

Not at all for a two-piece quad rail. You clamp the two halves together over your existing delta ring and handguard cap using the four included Allen screws and the provided tool. Most people have it mounted in a few minutes, so just take your time lining up the halves so everything seats evenly.

Additional information

UPC

814108011802

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

MAR4S

Product Type

Quad Rail

Shipping Weight

0.895

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