Drop in Quad Rail for DPMS DR-10

[Gingerbeard Man]

Happy New Year's Eve y'all.
I recently picked this up:

DPMS DP10 18" Mid-Length .308 WIN 1/10 Stainless Steel Classic Rifle

Barrel Length: 18”Barrel Material: 416R Stainless SteelBarrel Profile: A2 StyleChamber: .308 WINTwist Rate: 1 in 10”Extension: M4Gas System: Mid-LengthGas Block Type: Low-profile 5 position click switch adjustable gas blockUpper Receiver: Forged 7075 T6 AluminumReceiver Style: PA10 Flat top with...

dpmsinc.com

It's been a while since I've owned anything with a classic handguard like this. I know I've done it in the past but my memory of what I purchased has escaped me. I would like to find a drop in quad rail for this.

If memory serves me right, this doesn't require barrel removal and the only thing you need is a little elbow grease to pull the collar down to remove this handguard, is my memory muddled or does that sound right?

Can y'all give me info and maybe some links?

Thanks ODT experts

 

[JekyllTidesFisher3181]

That Delta Ring, or the "collar" as you said, can be a huge PITA to hold down far enough and long enough for you to install a drop in rail. In my experience, taking the stock handguards off is far easier than installing the rail halves, YMMV. Using a Wheeler Handguard Removal Tool makes the job much easier and will lessen the chance of marring up your new rail or your rifle. I personally like the MI Drop-In Rails, but I can not guarantee if they fit the AR10 platform, I don't remember if the end caps are the same as an AR15, I free floated mine. Anyways, here is a link to the tool and the rails. Good luck and Happy New Year!

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool | Wheeler

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool

www.wheelertools.com

Gen2 Two Piece Drop-In Picatinny Handguard

AR-15 two piece drop-in handguards from Midwest Industries, a U.S. manufacturer of quality tactical rifle accessories. Quality components, competitive pricing, and top notch customer service.

midwestindustriesinc.com

 

[Gingerbeard Man]

That Delta Ring, or the "collar" as you said, can be a huge PITA to hold down far enough and long enough for you to install a drop in rail. In my experience, taking the stock handguards off is far easier than installing the rail halves, YMMV. Using a Wheeler Handguard Removal Tool makes the job much easier and will lessen the chance of marring up your new rail or your rifle. I personally like the MI Drop-In Rails, but I can not guarantee if they fit the AR10 platform, I don't remember if the end caps are the same as an AR15, I free floated mine. Anyways, here is a link to the tool and the rails. Good luck and Happy New Year!

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool | Wheeler

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool

www.wheelertools.com

Gen2 Two Piece Drop-In Picatinny Handguard

AR-15 two piece drop-in handguards from Midwest Industries, a U.S. manufacturer of quality tactical rifle accessories. Quality components, competitive pricing, and top notch customer service.

midwestindustriesinc.com

Much appreciated.

 

[Gingerbeard Man]

That Delta Ring, or the "collar" as you said, can be a huge PITA to hold down far enough and long enough for you to install a drop in rail. In my experience, taking the stock handguards off is far easier than installing the rail halves, YMMV. Using a Wheeler Handguard Removal Tool makes the job much easier and will lessen the chance of marring up your new rail or your rifle. I personally like the MI Drop-In Rails, but I can not guarantee if they fit the AR10 platform, I don't remember if the end caps are the same as an AR15, I free floated mine. Anyways, here is a link to the tool and the rails. Good luck and Happy New Year!

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool | Wheeler

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool

www.wheelertools.com

Gen2 Two Piece Drop-In Picatinny Handguard

AR-15 two piece drop-in handguards from Midwest Industries, a U.S. manufacturer of quality tactical rifle accessories. Quality components, competitive pricing, and top notch customer service.

midwestindustriesinc.com

This would be considered mid length, correct?

 

[cmshoot]

That Delta Ring, or the "collar" as you said, can be a huge PITA to hold down far enough and long enough for you to install a drop in rail. In my experience, taking the stock handguards off is far easier than installing the rail halves, YMMV. Using a Wheeler Handguard Removal Tool makes the job much easier and will lessen the chance of marring up your new rail or your rifle. I personally like the MI Drop-In Rails, but I can not guarantee if they fit the AR10 platform, I don't remember if the end caps are the same as an AR15, I free floated mine. Anyways, here is a link to the tool and the rails. Good luck and Happy New Year!

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool | Wheeler

Delta Series AR-15 Delta Ring Tool

www.wheelertools.com

Gen2 Two Piece Drop-In Picatinny Handguard

AR-15 two piece drop-in handguards from Midwest Industries, a U.S. manufacturer of quality tactical rifle accessories. Quality components, competitive pricing, and top notch customer service.

midwestindustriesinc.com

Won't work. OP's rifle is an AR10, not an AR15. Barrel nut is a different size.

 

[Gingerbeard Man]

Won't work. OP's rifle is an AR10, not an AR15. Barrel nut is a different size.

Any suggestions? Or is it more headache than it's worth?

 

[cmshoot]

This would be considered mid length, correct?

If the handguards are approximately 9" long, it's a midlength gas system. If they're around 7", it's a carbine length.

 

[cmshoot]

Any suggestions? Or is it more headache than it's worth?

I've never seen the sort of handguard that you're looking for to fit an AR10, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Some searching may produce one.

Are you wanting to keep the A2 fixed front sight?

 

[JekyllTidesFisher3181]

I know UTG makes one, I had it, but it is a beast, super heavy. I would not recommend.
My rifle was an M&P10, if it matters.

 

[cmshoot]

I know UTG makes one, I had it, but it is a beast, super heavy. I would not recommend.

Heavy ol' cheese grater!