Making the SKS Rifle 922r Compliant

Published on September 16, 2010
Duration: 9:46

This guide details how to make an SKS rifle compliant with ATF 922r regulations, a crucial step for owners of imported SKS rifles modified after 1990. The video, presented by sootch00, emphasizes replacing specific foreign-made parts with US-made components to ensure legal ownership. It covers the installation of a Tapco compliance kit, including the stock, pistol grip, handguard, 20-round magazine, and gas piston, which collectively fulfill the requirement of replacing at least 7 parts to bring the rifle into compliance.

Quick Summary

ATF 922r compliance for an SKS rifle means ensuring no more than 10 foreign-made parts from a specific list of 20 regulated components remain on the firearm. This typically requires replacing at least 7 parts with US-made equivalents, such as those found in a Tapco compliance kit, which includes a stock system, magazine, and gas piston.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to SKS and 922r
  2. 00:45History of 922r Compliance
  3. 01:40The 'Magic Number 10' Rule
  4. 03:01Regulated Parts List
  5. 04:45Tapco Compliance Kit Overview
  6. 06:52Installation and Part Identification
  7. 08:04Final Compliance Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ATF 922r compliance for an SKS rifle?

ATF 922r compliance ensures that modified imported semi-automatic rifles, like the SKS, do not have more than 10 foreign-made parts from a specific list of 20 regulated components. This typically requires replacing at least 7 parts with US-made equivalents.

Which parts are typically replaced for SKS 922r compliance?

For SKS 922r compliance, common replacements include a US-made 3-piece stock system (buttstock, pistol grip, handguard), a US-made 20-round magazine (counting as 3 parts: body, follower, floorplate), and a US-made gas piston. This totals 7 parts.

How many foreign parts are allowed on a modified imported SKS rifle?

Under ATF 922r regulations, a modified imported SKS rifle can have no more than 10 foreign-made parts from the list of 20 regulated components. By replacing enough parts with US-made ones, the rifle is legally considered US-made.

What is the Tapco SKS Compliance Kit?

The Tapco SKS Compliance Kit is a product designed to help SKS owners meet 922r regulations. It typically includes a US-made 6-position stock, pistol grip, handguard, gas piston, and a 20-round magazine, providing the necessary 7 compliance parts.

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