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Strike Industries
Overview
The Strike Industries 17" Aluminum Strike Rail is a free-float handguard designed specifically for the AR-15 platform, providing a stable mounting surface that enhances accuracy by eliminating interference with the barrel. Constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum and finished with hardcoat anodizing, this handguard features an M-LOK mounting interface for easy accessory attachment and customization. Commonly found in builds with a mid-length gas system and chambered in 5.56 NATO, this handguard combines functionality with a striking red finish that stands out on any rifle.
Strike Industries 17" Aluminum Strike Rail, Red - STRIKERAIL ranked #33 of the 243 handguards builders added on GunPartPicker in August 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #19 of the 635 handguards builders have added. Builds with this handguard are split between .223 Wylde (50%) and 5.56 NATO (50%), nearly all on mid-length gas, and nearly all AR-15.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, but today only Palmetto State Armory has it in stock. The best price crept up from $164.95 to $204.95 over August 2026. Buying today, the lowest price is $204.95 at Palmetto State Armory, above August's low of $164.95, so a better deal may come back.
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Builds in the community that include the Strike Industries 17" Aluminum Strike Rail, Red - STRIKERAIL
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 34 | $4774.83 |
 | 5 | $911.92 |
 | 13 | $2462.86 |
 | 27 | $6066.22 |
| 16 | $2031.97 |
 | 16 | $3436.93 |
| 15 | $2476.55 |
 | 26 | $2742.13 |
 | 19 | $3898.66 |
| 21 | $2164.69 |
| 18 | $2717.10 |
 | 12 | $1261.40 |
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Strike Industries 17 inch aluminum Strike Rail in red is a bold accent on an otherwise black build. Free float with M-LOK slots. Anti-rotation tabs hold position. Red anodize is bright and even across the rail length.
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