Guns MGI Rifle Length Transforming Handguard Incoming June 2, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More If you are the proud owner of an Hydra or MCS System from MGI (or intend want to become one), we have some news of a new product you'll likely be interested in. Here's what they tell us about it. MGI Rifle Length Transforming Handguard An exciting new change that will transform your Hydra! A unique MGI Handguard that is a Transforming Rail System and is a great Handguard replacement for your Quick Change Barrel Upper Receiver (QCB-D). The style and feel of this Handguard will transform your Hydra with attitude! The MGI Rifle Length Transforming Handguard is 11.5-inches in length and can be used with Carbine length and Rifle length barrels. Going with the modular ability of the Hydra, you'll be able to choose any combination of Panels to customize the Handguard the way you like it. You won't be limited to a Single Rail System but a Modular Rail System designed to attach different types of accessories. This Transforming Handguard is made from 7075 Aluminum with T6 Mil Spec Black Hard Coated Anodizing with a built-in Picatinny Rail System across the top and five Integral Quick Detach Points. You choose a combination of select Modular Transforming Panels: KEYMOD Aluminum Panels, M-LOK Aluminum Panels, SNAKE SKIN Polymer Panels and FRAG Polymer Panels. By having Modular Transforming Panels, it leaves the ability for future Rail Systems when they become available. The MGI Rifle Length Transforming Handguard will come with a 3/32″ Allen Wrench and screws so you can attach it to the Quick Change Barrel Upper Receiver (QCB-D) and to attach Modular Transforming Panels to the Handguard. NOTE* – This Transforming Handguard Rail System will ONLY fit the Quick Change Barrel Upper Receiver (QCB-D) on the Hydra and MCS systems. Transforming Modular Panels sold separately. MGI by their own description: Founded by Mack Gwinn Jr., primarily out of a desire to create the best weapon for the job he was doing everyday, MGI has “50 Years of Innovative Weapons Development.” The Hydra was the weapon Mack Gwinn Jr. set out to create so many years ago. You can learn more about MGI and the Hydra System right here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.