Sharps Bros Heatseeker Chassis w/ 14″ Handguard

Description

The Sharps Bros Heatseeker is a lightweight billet chassis system designed to upgrade a Ruger American short action into a modern, magazine-fed platform. Machined from high-strength 6061-T6 aluminum and finished in matte black Cerakote, this chassis includes a 14″ M-LOK handguard and standard AR-15 grip and buffer interfaces for broad customization. Installation is intended to be straightforward and avoids the need for specialized gunsmith work for most users.

Key Specifications

• Designed for the Ruger American Short Action.
• Chassis machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum.
• The chassis weight is approximately 1.188 lbs.
• Includes a 14-inch handguard that weighs 10 ounces.
• Handguard features M-LOK slots on four sides for accessory attachment.
• Each side of the handguard has two QD sling fittings for sling mounting.
• Finished in matte black Cerakote on both chassis and handguard.
• Provides a standard AR-15 grip interface and an AR buffer interface for stocks.
• Compatible with AICS short-action magazines (Magpul, Accuracy International) and designed for short-action calibers including .308 WIN and 6.5 Creedmoor.

The Heatseeker chassis offers a practical, no-nonsense route to modernize a Ruger American short action with a durable, lightweight aluminum foundation and industry-standard interfaces. Its M-LOK handguard and QD fittings support a wide range of accessories, while AICS short-action magazine compatibility and AR-style ergonomics make this chassis well suited for precision-oriented applications and configurable platforms. The result is a versatile, cleaner-running rifle foundation that simplifies customization without unnecessary complication.