Troy TRX 308 handguard

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I am considering the Troy handguard and I see quite a few of you are using this model. I saw a couple reviews in various places that weren't happy with how the handguard mounts to the dpms-style barrel nut. Is everyone happy with their setup? Thanks for the input. These guns are dangerous to the wallet...
 
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Honestly, I would purchase a JP Modular handguard. I got my 12" one for $155 shipped from opticsplanet. Cheapest I found the Troy was $172 shipped from grabagun. I don't now if these prices are still those amounts, but I can tell you the JP was ultra easy to install and would recommend it as a handguard. I chose the JP due to the clamp-on style of the Troy seeming to me to be not as quality at the JP, and I prefer the look of the JP.
 
I have the TRX LP 13.8". It came with its own barrel nut, so no problems. It's an expensive option, but it's a real eye turner. I am thus far very happy with it, both looks and quality wise.
 
Thanks for the replies on this subject. Has anybody tried any other handguards and have opinions? Thanks.
 
jbowpsp said:
Honestly, I would purchase a JP Modular handguard. I got my 12" one for $155 shipped from opticsplanet. Cheapest I found the Troy was $172 shipped from grabagun. I don't now if these prices are still those amounts, but I can tell you the JP was ultra easy to install and would recommend it as a handguard. I chose the JP due to the clamp-on style of the Troy seeming to me to be not as quality at the JP, and I prefer the look of the JP.
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if you put a rail on top of the JP handguard it is the same height as the rail on the M&P10 upper?

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freedoom said:
if you put a rail on top of the JP handguard it is the same height as the rail on the M&P10 upper?

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I cannot answer that question. The handguard comes with two swivel studs, but no rail sections. However, it is made so that you can place a section wherever you need it, such as say you want front BUIS, you just add the 2" rail section out front. They also have a full length rail you can add if needed. I am using a scope so I didn't need any rail to begin with and thus why the JP was better choice for me. I could call them up and ask, but I am pretty sure it would be the same height.
 
I'm very happy with my 12.8 TRX 308. I like leaving a little bit extra barrel exposed at the end. Feels solid.
 
I'm looking at the Troy also, but after measuring it appears to be a high profile on the M&P 10. I've been hearing that it takes a low profile handguard. Can anyone help me out with this? Unless my eyes are shot I get 3/16" over the charging handle.
Thanks
 
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The M&P 10 take the LOW PROFILE handguard. Installed one on mine a month back and I'm quite happy. It matches the height. Installation was easy once I found out that the guard split in half (top & bottom) to get out the Troy bbl nut.

Go for it -- you won't regret it.

Willy
 
wpriest said:
The M&P 10 take the LOW PROFILE handguard. Installed one on mine a month back and I'm quite happy. It matches the height. Installation was easy once I found out that the guard split in half (top & bottom) to get out the Troy bbl nut.

Go for it -- you won't regret it.

Willy
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Thanks, is that the trx 308 free float that splits in half? Thought they were solid. I also understand ill need a .750 gas block for anything over 9". I like their guards. Not like a cheese grater but come with the full top rail and 3 others to use where you want.
Does $183 sound like a good price?
 
183 is good. I'd be all over it. Waiting on mine to arrive tomorrow. I installed the Midwest industries low profile gas block and it fits very well and won't or shouldn't budge since it had 3 set screws on the bottom and I went a little farther and drilled three small dimples in the barrel at the screws contact points. A little blue on the threads and she ain't moving.

Keep us posted on what you decide to do and have fun doing it.

Dave
 
I have a 13.8" Troy on my M&P 10. I really like it. Noveske makes super slick attachments for bipods and QD points for slings. Very nice.
 
Deeked said:
183 is good. I'd be all over it. Waiting on mine to arrive tomorrow. I installed the Midwest industries low profile gas block and it fits very well and won't or shouldn't budge since it had 3 set screws on the bottom and I went a little farther and drilled three small dimples in the barrel at the screws contact points. A little blue on the threads and she ain't moving.

Keep us posted on what you decide to do and have fun doing it.

Dave
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Thanks, will do. I have to recover a bit after the rifle and ammo purchase!!
 
I installed a Troy TRX 13.8 inch LP with a Troy LP gas block.

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Doc498 said:
I installed a Troy TRX 13.8 inch LP with a Troy LP gas block.

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Now that's what I'm talkin' about. What are the inserts you have in the cooling holes? Also Troy?
I'm afraid I may be hijacking this thread...if so, let me know and I'll cease and desist
 
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Thanks guys, just orders both.
Last question/ what is the barrel diameter of the heavy, non comped such as Doc shows in his pic? I was checking and did not realize there were as many choices as they show for the LP has block. I have the same barrel, I think. They show a .750/ .875 and a .936. I'm thinking .875 since its not a pencil or true bull barrel.
Thanks again for educating this ol country boy
 
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I used a Troy  .750 LP Gas Block. If you don't have a DPMS tool take your M&P 10 to your local gun smith and have them change your barrel nut for you. And make sure the gas block is tight to the barrel flange.

Make sure you use the Troy 13.8  TRX 308 Extreme DPMS LP - BLK (STRX-E3D-13BT-00).
 
Ok thanks Doc, I guess both barrels are same dimension to the block then. I got the 12.6" ( advertised length ). Should work also?
 
Mine is also the 12.6 with the Troy LP .750

I mounted my gasblock a razorblades thickness (the thickness of the forend cap) away from the flange
 
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