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FAB Defense

FAB Defense KPOS Scout

Hybrid aluminum-upper, polymer-lower Glock conversion for durability and value

Key Highlights

  • Hybrid aluminum/polymer
  • Durable value pick
  • Non-NFA Slingshot brace

Specifications

Price
$341
Weight
1 lb 8 oz
Calibers
9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG
Rail Type
picatinny

Capability Profile

0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes

Compatibility Tags

family: pistol-chassisfamily: handgunframe: glock-gen3-4frame: glock-gen5frame: glock-compactframe: glock-fullsizemag-type: glockbarrel: ultra-compactinterface: picatinny-top

Overview

The FAB Defense KPOS Scout splits the difference between all-polymer stabilizers and premium aluminum chassis with a hybrid build. A rigid aluminum upper carries the rail and absorbs the wear, while a polymer lower keeps weight and cost down. The result is a conversion that feels sturdier than the bargain clamshells without the price of an all-metal system.

This SKU is FAB's non-NFA KPOS Scout Slingshot, which ships with a spring-loaded stabilizing brace arm that keeps the build a pistol; the same chassis accepts a separate stock arm for an SBR build with the appropriate paperwork. Fitment spans Glock 17/19/22/23/25/31/32 across Gen 3 through Gen 5, including C compensated-cut models. The extended top rail and integrated handguard provide mounting space for optics and lights.

For shooters who want the durability of an aluminum upper at a mid-tier price, the KPOS Scout is the value-durability pick of this group. It does not match the full-aluminum rigidity of the most expensive chassis, but the hybrid construction is a meaningful step up from polymer-only kits while staying affordable.

Key Features

  • Hybrid build: rigid aluminum upper, polymer lower
  • Fits Glock 17/19/22/23/25/31/32 Gen 3-5, including C models
  • Ships with the non-NFA Slingshot stabilizing brace; stock arm available for an SBR
  • No permanent modification to the pistol
  • Extended top Picatinny rail
  • Integrated handguard with accessory mounting
  • Quick install and removal
  • Retains Glock magazine compatibility

Pros

  • +Aluminum upper adds durability over polymer kits
  • +Mid-tier price for a hybrid build
  • +Modular arm: non-NFA Slingshot brace or a stock arm for an SBR
  • +Broad Glock Gen 3-5 fitment including C models
  • +No modification to the Glock required

Cons

  • Not as rigid as full-aluminum chassis
  • Polymer lower on a mixed-material body
  • Adds bulk to the host Glock

Detailed Specifications

caliber
9mm / .40 S&W / .357 SIG (host Glock determines caliber)
Barrel Length
Uses Glock barrel
Overall Length
Manufacturer page does not publish overall length
weight
Approximately 1.5 lb (about 24 oz) per FAB Defense
barrel
Uses Glock barrel
handguard
Aluminum upper with integrated rail
trigger
Uses Glock trigger
compatibility
Glock 17/19/22/23/25/31/32, Gen 3-5, including C models
sku
fx-kscoutslb
msrp
$340.88 partner listing match

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