Strike Industries SMC-90 Short Handguard - For Strike Modular Chassis FN PS90 Kit - M-LOK Slots, Integrated Picatinny Lower Rail - Matte Black Aluminum - SI-SMC-90-SHG-BK
Product Description
If you are upgrading your FN PS90 bullpup rifle with the futuristic Strike Modular Chassis (SMC), retaining the original bare, slick factory front housing leaves you with severely limited space for tactical gear. The factory frame lacks standardized utility rails, forcing you to use awkward bolt-on adapters just to mount a simple flashlight or remote tape switch. The **Strike Industries® SMC-90 Short Handguard (SI-SMC-90-SHG-BK)** is engineered specifically to eliminate this bottleneck. It lands on your armorer bench as a rugged, streamlined front expansion module designed to mount directly onto your SMC framework.
Precision CNC-machined from a solid block of 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum and finished with a Type III hardcoat anodized jacket, this short handguard adds extensive attachment options without making the bullpup feel nose-heavy. The sides and top surface are stamped with crisp, standard **M-LOK interface slots**, giving you a solid foundation to secure high-intensity weapon lights, laser modules, or quick-detach sling ports. Running along the bottom is an integrated 1913 Picatinny rail segment, which acts as a built-in hand stop or a rock-solid mounting floor for low-profile vertical foregrips and index panels.
The compact design matches the sleek, angular lines of the standard PS90 barrel ring perfectly. It provides necessary protection from barrel heat while keeping your weapon compact and highly maneuverable for home defense or vehicle operations.
*Armorer Bench Notes & Real-World Assembly Guidance: The Strike Industries SI-SMC-90-SHG-BK handguard module arrives complete with all specialized frame-alignment screws and hex keys organized within its factory package. CRITICAL CHASSIS CO-DEPENDENCY FITMENT DIRECTIVE: This handguard is engineered strictly as an add-on modular component for the **Strike Modular Chassis for the FN PS90 (SI-SMC-90-KIT-BK)**. It slots into the front registration tracks of the primary SMC aluminum chassis frame on your workbench. It will not mount onto standard factory plastic FN PS90 furniture without the underlying Strike chassis layout. Barrel Length Compatibility Parameter: The "Short" version is specifically optimized for Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR) PS90 conversions featuring a compact 10.4-inch barrel, or standard 16-inch factory barrels wrapped with an aftermarket shroud or suppressor. It ensures your support hand is safely positioned behind the muzzle blast line. Armorer Workbench Installation Sequence: 1. Ensure your PS90 is completely unloaded, cleared of live ammunition, and verified safe. 2. Remove the receiver assembly from the chassis frame if necessary. 3. Align the rear alignment tabs of the short aluminum handguard with the front receiver ring of your active SMC frame block. 4. Slide the handguard rearward until the mounting screw channels index with the tapped chassis ports. 5. Thread the provided steel Torx fasteners by hand, then torque them down evenly. Torque Parameter Guidelines: Torque the handguard-retention frame screws to exactly **20 to 25 in-lbs**. Apply a single drop of medium blue threadlocker to the fine thread rows to freeze the unit against the unique dynamic vibrations of the 5.7x28mm cartridge; do not over-torque to avoid stripping the precision aluminum mounting slots downrange.*
Key Features
- Exclusive SMC-90 Compatibility: Designed to lock into the Strike Modular Chassis (SMC) system for the FN PS90, transforming the front of your bullpup.
- Rugged M-LOK Mounting Slots: Stamped with multiple functional M-LOK tracks on both sides and top facets to easily host tactical weapon lights, lasers, and accessories.
- Integrated Lower Picatinny Track: Features a built-in 1913 Picatinny bottom rail that acts as a structural hand stop or solid base for tactical forward vertical grips.
- 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum Core: Precision CNC-machined from lightweight, high-tensile aircraft aluminum to withstand heavy muzzle blasts and rapid thermal cycles.
- Type III Hardcoat Anodized Finish: Coated in a non-reflective matte black anodized jacket that shields the handguard from field scratches, impact scuffs, and gun solvents.
- SBR Optimized Profile: The compact short silhouette is styled to fit short-barreled rifle configurations perfectly, keeping your weapon agile in close quarters.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Strike Industries® (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- Model Line: SMC-90 (Strike Modular Chassis for FN PS90) Custom Handguard Upgrades
- MPN/SKU: SI-SMC-90-SHG-BK
- UPC Code Profile: 793811767995
- Chassis System Fitment: Must be paired with Strike Modular Chassis System (SI-SMC-90-KIT-BK)
- Primary Firearm Application: FN® Herstal PS90 / P90 Bullpup Rifle Platforms
- Chassis Body Material: Precision CNC-Machined 6061-T6 Aircraft-Grade Structural Aluminum
- Exterior Finish Dressing: Mil-Spec Type III Hardcoat Anodized Non-Reflective Matte Black Sheen
- Accessory Attachment Options: Multi-Slot M-LOK Track Layout (Sides/Top) + Integrated 1913 Bottom Picatinny Rail
- Handguard Length Variant: Short Profile (Optimized for SBR configurations and low-profile weapon balance)
- Compatible Cartridge Caliber: 5.7x28mm FN weapon ammunition tracking
- Full Kit Component Checklist: SMC-90 Aluminum Short Handguard Shell, High-Tensile Steel Assembly Fasteners Pack, Torx Mounting Keys
- Packaging Format Class: Strike Industries Branded Factory Retail Presentation Box
- Product Type Category: Firearm Components / Rifle Handguards, Rails & Forends
- Overall Unit Profile: Sleek Integrated Angular Bullpup Extension Silhouette
- Net Component Module Mass: ~4.80 Ounces (Ultra-Lightweight Rigid Aircraft Alloy Hand Protection Core)
- Country of Manufacture: Proudly Sourced, Designed, and Machined in the United States of America
- Warranty Tracking Protection: Fully Backed by Strike Industries Factory Parts Guarantee
