LaRue AR Rifle Parts Kit Physical

Published on August 29, 2020
Duration: 59:24

This guide details a comprehensive physical inspection of a LaRue Tactical AR-15 parts kit, led by an expert armorer from School of the American Rifle. It covers meticulous checks of all components, including trigger pull weight, barrel condition via borescope, and critical thread gauging on the receiver extension. The assessment highlights the high quality of LaRue parts while identifying specific areas, like buffer tube threads, that may require attention or replacement.

Quick Summary

An expert physical inspection of the LaRue AR-15 Parts Kit by School of the American Rifle reveals high-quality components, including a 3 lb MBT-2S trigger and excellent barrel rifling. However, undersized threads on the buffer tube and castle nut were identified as a potential concern requiring replacement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Kit Overview
  2. 01:03Lower Receiver Components
  3. 02:28Trigger Testing
  4. 05:49Buffer Assembly Inspection
  5. 07:44Receiver Extension Gauging
  6. 11:19Upper Receiver Unpacking
  7. 13:13Barrel and Bore Inspection
  8. 16:08Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) Gauging
  9. 18:05Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components included in the LaRue AR-15 Parts Kit?

The LaRue AR-15 Parts Kit typically includes a stripped lower receiver, a lower parts kit with an MBT trigger, a buffer assembly, a stock, and a complete upper receiver group, all organized in a branded hard case.

How is the LaRue MBT-2S trigger tested and what is its performance?

The LaRue MBT-2S trigger is tested using a jig for pull weight. It features a two-stage design with the first stage around 2 lbs and a clean break at approximately 3 lbs, with safety and disconnect functions verified.

What critical measurements were taken during the LaRue AR-15 Parts Kit inspection?

Critical measurements included buffer spring length (10.5 inches), firing pin protrusion (0.033 inches), and thread tolerances for the buffer tube and castle nut using precision gauges.

What issues were identified during the physical inspection of the LaRue AR-15 Parts Kit?

The primary issue identified was undersized threads on the buffer tube and castle nut, which failed Class 2 and Class 3 gauges. Other components like the BCG carrier length were noted as slightly short.

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