Daniel Defense126797946
Daniel Defense RIS III 10.5" Handguard Assembly - Black Tactical Rail System$501.00
Availability: In Stock
The Daniel Defense RIS III 13" FSP tactical handguard brings modern M-LOK versatility to the proven free-float rail design trusted by U.S. Special Operations Command since 2006. Built from aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum with a hard-coat anodized finish, this two-piece handguard assembly delivers the accuracy and durability operators expect, while adding the accessory flexibility today's shooters demand. Whether you're running a precision rifle build, tactical carbine, or something in between, the RIS III gives you a rock-solid platform to mount lights, lasers, grips, and other gear exactly where you need it.
This 13-inch handguard features seven M-LOK attachment points distributed along its length, letting you customize your setup without the weight penalty of over-railed designs. The uninterrupted upper Mil-Spec 1913 rail maintains traditional top-mounted optic compatibility, while integral QD swivel attachment points on both sides make sling mounting straightforward. The two-piece design is the same architecture SOCOM has relied on for years, secured by a battle-tested 6-bolt attachment system with Grade 8 military-spec fasteners that won't loosen under recoil.
Compatibility is built in: the RIS III upper rail works seamlessly with RIS II lower rails, and it's backward compatible with the original RIS II bolt-up system, so existing barrels and parts integrate without modification. The free-floating barrel design keeps your accuracy consistent shot after shot, and the Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized finish in black handles the abuse of field use and training ops. This is the handguard for shooters who need genuine combat-grade hardware without compromise.
| Brand | Daniel Defense |
| Product | RIS III Handguard Assembly |
| Length | 13 inches |
| Configuration | FSP (Front Sight Post compatible) |
| Material | Aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Finish | Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized (Black) |
| Upper Rail | Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny (uninterrupted) |
| Accessory Mounting | M-LOK (7 attachment points) |
| QD Swivel Mounts | Integral, both sides, limited travel |
| Attachment Method | 6-bolt secure system with Grade 8 fasteners |
| Design | Two-piece (upper and lower rail sections) |
| Compatibility | Backward compatible with RIS II bolt-up system; RIS III upper compatible with RIS II lower rails |
The RIS III uses the same bolt-up system and barrel nut as the original RIS II, so if your upper was designed for RIS II rails, the RIS III will fit. The assembly also accepts RIS II lower rail sections, giving you mixed-platform flexibility with M-LOK on top and Picatinny on bottom if you choose.
Yes. The two-piece design of the 13" FSP allows you to remove the lower rail section for M203 and M320 grenade launcher mounting when needed. Simply unbolt the lower rail and you have the clearance you need.
The RIS III upper rail is Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny (the traditional cross-slot design), which is uninterrupted across the top for optic mounting. The handguard body features seven M-LOK slots along its length—these are smaller, round attachment points that accept M-LOK accessories. M-LOK is lighter and less bulky than full railed surfaces, so you get mounting flexibility without unnecessary weight.
The RIS III 13" FSP Assembly in black features a Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized finish, which provides corrosion resistance and durability for field use and training.
SKU: 126797557 • Depth: 13in • Weight: 1oz
Availability: In Stock
The Daniel Defense RIS III 13" FSP tactical handguard brings modern M-LOK versatility to the proven free-float rail design trusted by U.S. Special Operations Command since 2006. Built from aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum with a hard-coat anodized finish, this two-piece handguard assembly delivers the accuracy and durability operators expect, while adding the accessory flexibility today's shooters demand. Whether you're running a precision rifle build, tactical carbine, or something in between, the RIS III gives you a rock-solid platform to mount lights, lasers, grips, and other gear exactly where you need it.
This 13-inch handguard features seven M-LOK attachment points distributed along its length, letting you customize your setup without the weight penalty of over-railed designs. The uninterrupted upper Mil-Spec 1913 rail maintains traditional top-mounted optic compatibility, while integral QD swivel attachment points on both sides make sling mounting straightforward. The two-piece design is the same architecture SOCOM has relied on for years, secured by a battle-tested 6-bolt attachment system with Grade 8 military-spec fasteners that won't loosen under recoil.
Compatibility is built in: the RIS III upper rail works seamlessly with RIS II lower rails, and it's backward compatible with the original RIS II bolt-up system, so existing barrels and parts integrate without modification. The free-floating barrel design keeps your accuracy consistent shot after shot, and the Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized finish in black handles the abuse of field use and training ops. This is the handguard for shooters who need genuine combat-grade hardware without compromise.
| Brand | Daniel Defense |
| Product | RIS III Handguard Assembly |
| Length | 13 inches |
| Configuration | FSP (Front Sight Post compatible) |
| Material | Aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum |
| Finish | Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized (Black) |
| Upper Rail | Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny (uninterrupted) |
| Accessory Mounting | M-LOK (7 attachment points) |
| QD Swivel Mounts | Integral, both sides, limited travel |
| Attachment Method | 6-bolt secure system with Grade 8 fasteners |
| Design | Two-piece (upper and lower rail sections) |
| Compatibility | Backward compatible with RIS II bolt-up system; RIS III upper compatible with RIS II lower rails |
The RIS III uses the same bolt-up system and barrel nut as the original RIS II, so if your upper was designed for RIS II rails, the RIS III will fit. The assembly also accepts RIS II lower rail sections, giving you mixed-platform flexibility with M-LOK on top and Picatinny on bottom if you choose.
Yes. The two-piece design of the 13" FSP allows you to remove the lower rail section for M203 and M320 grenade launcher mounting when needed. Simply unbolt the lower rail and you have the clearance you need.
The RIS III upper rail is Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny (the traditional cross-slot design), which is uninterrupted across the top for optic mounting. The handguard body features seven M-LOK slots along its length—these are smaller, round attachment points that accept M-LOK accessories. M-LOK is lighter and less bulky than full railed surfaces, so you get mounting flexibility without unnecessary weight.
The RIS III 13" FSP Assembly in black features a Mil-Spec Type III hard-coat anodized finish, which provides corrosion resistance and durability for field use and training.
SKU: 126797557 • Depth: 13in • Weight: 1oz