Definitely Simpler than a Swiss Watch: Full Field Strip on the B&T APC308

Published on December 6, 2019
Duration: 16:38

This comprehensive guide details the field stripping and reassembly of the B&T APC308, presented by an expert instructor from Arm&Gun. It covers safety checks, removal of the optic, lower receiver, stock, recoil spring, BCG, bolt, and gas system. The video highlights design similarities to other platforms and the unique hydraulic buffer system, concluding with reassembly and a function check. The instruction emphasizes methodical procedures and appreciation for the firearm's engineering.

Quick Summary

The B&T APC308 field strip involves removing the optic, separating receivers via the rear pin, and then disassembling the stock, recoil spring, BCG, bolt, and gas system's piston/op-rod. Reassembly follows in reverse order, concluding with a function check.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Safety Check
  2. 01:29Lower Receiver & Stock Removal
  3. 04:31Recoil Spring & BCG Disassembly
  4. 09:28Gas System Field Strip
  5. 12:10Reassembly & Function Check

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you field strip the B&T APC308?

Field stripping the B&T APC308 involves removing the optic, pushing the rear pin to separate receivers, removing the stock, recoil spring, BCG, and then disassembling the bolt and gas system's piston/op-rod. Reassembly is the reverse.

What are the key internal components of the B&T APC308?

The APC308 features a captured recoil spring, a bolt carrier group with a multi-lug bolt, and an adjustable gas system with a long-stroke piston. It also incorporates a unique internal hydraulic buffer within the stock assembly.

What similarities does the B&T APC308 share with other firearms?

The APC308's bolt carrier group and bolt design show similarities to the G36 and AR180 platforms. Its piston-driven operating system is also compared to designs found in HK416/417 rifles.

How is the gas system disassembled on the B&T APC308?

To disassemble the gas system, rotate the gas plug 180 degrees. This allows the plug and the piston/operating rod assembly to be pulled out from the gas block.

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