There is accordingly provided a rail system selectively connectable to a rifle. The rifle has a loading port for receiving bullets therein. The system includes a first rail positioned forward of the loading port. The system includes a second rail extending substantially parallel to the first rail and positioned rearward of the loading port. The system includes an aperture interposed between the first and second rails. The aperture is positioned to align with the loading port of the rifle. The system includes an elongate side member connecting the rails together.