Tavor: First Shots with the US made Tavor

Published on February 24, 2013
Duration: 9:19

This guide details the field stripping process for the US-made IWI Tavor, as demonstrated by an expert instructor. It covers the removal of the bolt carrier group, short-stroke piston, and trigger pack, emphasizing the use of a bullet tip for captive pins. The instructor highlights the rifle's reliability and compatibility with standard AR-15 magazines.

Quick Summary

The US-made IWI Tavor is a 5.56mm bullpup rifle featuring a short-stroke piston system and 100% reliability with common ammunition. It is compatible with standard AR-15 magazines and includes an ejection port buffer for brass management. Field stripping is straightforward using a bullet tip to release captive pins for BCG, piston, and trigger pack removal.

Chapters

  1. 00:00First Range Trip
  2. 00:38US-Made Tavor Overview
  3. 01:24Ejection and Left-Handed Shooting
  4. 03:22Recoil and Manual of Arms
  5. 04:35Pricing and Optics
  6. 05:31Trigger and Magazine Compatibility
  7. 06:45Field Stripping
  8. 07:41Reliability and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the US-made IWI Tavor?

The US-made IWI Tavor is a 5.56mm bullpup rifle featuring a short-stroke piston system. It boasts 100% reliability with common ammunition, compatibility with standard AR-15 magazines, and an ejection port buffer designed to manage brass effectively for both right and left-handed shooters.

How do you field strip the US-made IWI Tavor?

Field stripping the US-made IWI Tavor involves ensuring it's unloaded, then using a bullet tip to push captive pins. This allows for the removal of the bolt carrier group, short-stroke piston, and trigger pack for cleaning and maintenance.

What is the trigger pull weight and magazine compatibility of the IWI Tavor?

The IWI Tavor has a trigger pull of approximately 9 lbs, described as crisp. It is fully compatible with standard AR-15 magazines, including Gen 2 and Gen 3 PMAGs, without requiring modifications.

What ammunition was used and how reliable was the US-made IWI Tavor?

The US-made IWI Tavor was tested with Federal XM193F 5.56mm and WPA .223 Rem ammunition. The rifle demonstrated 100% reliability throughout the testing period, handling several hundred rounds without issue.

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