How To Clean & Lubricate A MP5 Or MP5 Clone

Published on April 27, 2021
Duration: 12:14

This video provides a comprehensive guide to cleaning and lubricating an HK MP5 or its clones, such as the AP5. It details the necessary supplies, including specific cleaning tools and lubricants like Breakfree CLP and Slip 2000 EWL. The tutorial walks through field stripping, thorough cleaning of internal components using picks and patches, and proper reassembly, concluding with a crucial function check to ensure safe operation.

Quick Summary

To clean and lubricate an MP5 or AP5 clone, field strip the firearm, clean internal components like the bolt and carrier with CLP and tools like toothbrushes and picks, then lubricate high-friction areas of the bolt carrier with a product like Slip 2000 EWL before reassembly and a function check.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: MP5/AP5 Cleaning Tutorial
  2. 00:23Essential Cleaning Supplies Overview
  3. 01:15Step-by-Step MP5/AP5 Disassembly
  4. 02:56Cleaning Internal Components
  5. 03:57Detailed Cleaning with Picks & Patches
  6. 05:17Cleaning the Receiver and Barrel
  7. 06:34Cleaning the Trigger Housing
  8. 07:24Bolt Reassembly and Lubrication
  9. 08:41Final MP5/AP5 Reassembly Steps
  10. 10:09Crucial Safety and Function Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential tools needed to clean an MP5 or AP5 clone?

You'll need a used toothbrush for scrubbing, Tipton polymer picks for detail work, Breakfree CLP for cleaning and lubrication, an Otis cleaning cord with 9mm patches for the barrel, and a lubricant like Slip 2000 EWL for reassembly.

How do you properly lubricate an MP5/AP5 after cleaning?

After cleaning and reassembly, apply a quality lubricant like Slip 2000 EWL to the high-friction contact points on the bolt carrier assembly. This ensures smooth operation of the roller-delayed blowback system.

What is the first step in disassembling an MP5 for cleaning?

The very first step is to ensure the firearm is unloaded and clear. Then, you'll typically remove the rear pins to detach the brace or stock, followed by removing the trigger housing.

Why is a function check important after cleaning an MP5?

A function check is critical to ensure the firearm is safe to operate after maintenance. It verifies that the safety selector works, the trigger pulls correctly, and the trigger resets properly, indicating correct reassembly.

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