The VHS-2 Project
The VHS-2 Project Hellion Forward Bolt Release Gen 2
Forward-mounted bolt release that lets the support hand close the bolt without leaving the firing grip.
Quick Specs
- Price
- $120
- Weight
- 1.2 oz
- Brand
- The VHS-2 Project
- Category
- charging-handle
Features
- •Mounts to the factory Hellion lower receiver
- •Forward operation under the handguard
- •Gen 2 package options for VHS-2 Project or LunarTech magwells
- •Not recommended with Jard Trigger Pack
- •Made by The VHS-2 Project (specialty Hellion brand)
Capability Boosts
Recommended For
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Compatibility Tags
Overview
The Springfield Hellion's bolt release sits behind the magwell, which forces a long reach back from a bullpup firing grip to release the bolt forward after a reload or bolt lock-back. The VHS-2 Project Forward Bolt Release Gen 2 (FBR Gen 2) addresses this by adding a paddle under the handguard that operates the bolt release through a linkage. The support hand never leaves the handguard and the firing hand never leaves the grip.
The Gen 2 part is sold in package options for Hellions already using VHS-2 Project or LunarTech Designs magazine-well hardware. The product page notes that it is compatible with The VHS-2 Project magwell and LunarTech Designs Hellion Flared Magwell, while OEM STANAG magwell use lacks the same front stability. The VHS-2 Project also warns against pairing the FBR with the Jard Trigger Pack.
The FBR is the second-most discussed Hellion upgrade after the Black Talon trigger work. Pair it with the Manticore Arms Enhanced Bolt Release for redundant access from both the receiver and the handguard, or skip the receiver upgrade if you commit fully to the forward operation.
Key Features
- Forward-mounted bolt release paddle under the handguard
- Support hand operates the bolt without leaving the handguard
- Gen 2 package options for existing VHS-2 Project or LunarTech magwell setups
- Vendor fit note warns against Jard Trigger Pack use
- Made by The VHS-2 Project (specialty Hellion manufacturer)
Pros
- +Speed advantage on reloads vs reaching back to the factory bolt release
- +Support hand stays anchored to the handguard during the reload
- +Manufactured by the specialty Hellion brand with deep platform knowledge
- +Package options support common Hellion magazine-well upgrades
Cons
- −A specialized ergonomic part, not a general-purpose Hellion fix
- −Direct vendor only, no Optics Planet or major retailer coverage
- −Adds linkage complexity vs the simpler Manticore receiver-mounted upgrade
- −Fit depends on magwell setup; check package option before ordering
Detailed Specifications
- type
- Forward-mounted bolt release with handguard paddle
- mounting
- Lower receiver linkage
- generation
- Gen 2 package for Springfield Armory Hellion
- fitNote
- Compatible with VHS-2 Project magwell and LunarTech Designs Hellion Flared Magwell; OEM STANAG magwell lacks front stability
- triggerPackCaution
- Not recommended with Jard Trigger Pack
- shopifyHandle
- coming-soon-springfield-armory-hellion-fbr-forward-bolt-release
- vendor
- The VHS-2 Project (direct only)
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