i don't get it.. Magpul is like the icon right? The longest length rail (not handguard, just rail) they sell is 5 inches long? What am i missing here? Is it just that guys buy the full handguard with the rails already built into it that nobody buys "add-on" rails?

 

what if you get the regular MOE handguard you can't put a rail on that that goes the entire length? because the longest "add on" MOE rail is only 5 inches long.

 

I'm new to this AR thing and learning the accessories..

Why do you want rails on your carbine?

I assume it is to mount something.

 

What do you want to mount on the rails?

With a non free-floating rail system like the Magpul MOE Handguards I am guessing you want the most common and useful items like a white light and maybe some kind of VFG or AFG.

 

How big of a footprint do the objects you want to mount have?

Light or VFG 1"-2" max and an AFG around 5"

 

Assuming you want full length rails on a carbine length handguard, why do you want 7" of rail to mount 2" -5" of accessories?

 

If you just want the look of a military style rifle Magpul is not the answer. If you want a quality lightweight fighting carbine with the bare bones necessities at an excellent price then the MOE gear is the way to go.

hmmm... i understand where you are coming from.. thanks..