BERETTA LTT RDO: Are Berettas cool now?

Published on May 22, 2022
Duration: 34:40

This guide details the process of mounting an optic onto a Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO and discusses trigger adjustments, drawing from expert insights. It emphasizes the critical nature of proper torquing and threadlocker for optic security, a key takeaway from the video's testing. The guide also touches on the LTT trigger's performance characteristics.

Quick Summary

The Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO requires careful optic mounting, as screws can loosen without proper threadlocker and torquing, despite witness marks. The LTT trigger offers a short reset (2.5-3 lbs SA), but magazine reliability can be an issue with contaminants like sand. Its higher bore axis and smaller magwell present handling challenges compared to some competitors.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting Montage
  2. 02:03LTT Beretta Overview
  3. 06:28Optic Mounting Issues
  4. 08:51The LTT Trigger
  5. 11:26Carryability and Ergonomics
  6. 14:15Reliability and Magazine Concerns
  7. 17:00Recoil Impulse and Reloads
  8. 20:06Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key issues with mounting optics on the Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO?

The primary concern highlighted is that optics can come loose within the first few hundred rounds if not properly secured with threadlocker and torqued to specification, even with factory witness marks. This requires diligent installation and maintenance.

How does the LTT trigger modification affect the Beretta 92's performance?

Langdon Tactical Technologies' trigger bar modification provides an exceptionally short trigger reset. This results in a smooth double-action pull around 6 lbs and a crisp single-action pull between 2.5-3 lbs, potentially improving shooting accuracy but also exposing fundamental flaws.

What are the reliability concerns with the Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO?

While the pistol itself is generally reliable, magazines can be a weak point. Contamination with small amounts of sand can cause follower binding and feeding failures. Aftermarket base pads may also have fragile components.

How does the Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO compare to a Glock in terms of handling and reloading?

The Beretta 92 Elite LTT RDO, with its aluminum frame, is comparable in weight to a full-size Glock. However, the Beretta's higher bore axis leads to more noticeable dot movement, and its smaller factory magwell makes high-speed reloads more challenging than on a Glock.

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