Century Arms AP5

Published on June 26, 2021
Duration: 5:16

This guide details the process of converting a Century Arms AP5 (an MKE-manufactured MP5 clone) into a post-sample machine gun. It highlights the need for specific NFA licensing (Type 7 FFL with 02 SOT) and outlines the necessary component swaps, including the bolt carrier and the installation of a registered post-sample trigger pack. The guide also covers the addition of various aftermarket accessories like suppressors, rails, optics, lights, and high-capacity magazines.

Quick Summary

The Century Arms AP5 is an MKE-manufactured MP5 clone imported from Turkey, featuring original German HK design elements. It can be converted to full-auto by swapping the bolt carrier and installing a registered post-sample trigger pack, but this requires a Type 7 FFL with an 02 SOT license due to NFA regulations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Century Arms AP5
  2. 00:06Zenith vs. MKE vs. Century Arms
  3. 00:31Original German Features
  4. 00:40Magazine Release & Selector Switch
  5. 00:57Magpul Selector Lever
  6. 01:02Diopter Rear Sight
  7. 01:13Tri-Lug Barrel & Threading
  8. 01:22HK Slap
  9. 01:28Internal Breakdown: Lower Receiver
  10. 01:45922R Compliance & End Cap Removal
  11. 02:01Denial Shelf & Bolt Carrier Group
  12. 02:15Full Auto Conversion Requirements
  13. 02:20Overall Quality & Welds
  14. 02:25Platform for Customization
  15. 02:31Post-Sample Conversion Assembly
  16. 02:44Legal Warning: SOT & FFL Required
  17. 02:51Registered Post-Sample Trigger Pack
  18. 03:01Accessory Additions: Suppressor
  19. 03:09Accessory Additions: Rails & Optic
  20. 03:16Accessory Additions: Stock & Light
  21. 03:19Accessory Additions: Magazine
  22. 03:26Range Test & Performance
  23. 04:43MP5 Market Prices & Future Outlook
  24. 04:58Conclusion & Aftermarket Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Century Arms AP5?

The Century Arms AP5 is an MP5 clone imported from Turkey by Century Arms. It is manufactured by MKE and aims to replicate many of the original German HK MP5 features.

Can the Century Arms AP5 be converted to full-auto?

Yes, the AP5 can be converted to full-auto by swapping the bolt carrier group and installing a registered post-sample trigger pack. This process requires a Type 7 FFL with an 02 SOT license.

What are some original German HK features found on the AP5?

The AP5 retains features like the original magazine release location, the selector switch, and the diopter rear sight. It also has the traditional tri-lug barrel for suppressor attachment.

What are the legal requirements for converting an AP5 to full-auto?

Converting an AP5 to full-auto requires a Federal Firearms License (FFL) Type 7 and a Special Operations Technician (SOT) license. Possession of unregistered machine guns carries severe federal penalties.

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