American AK Meltdown: PSA Spiker.

Published on June 25, 2023
Duration: 52:27

The PSA Spiker AK underwent a full-auto meltdown test, firing 2,707 rounds until ammunition ran out. Extreme heat caused the barrel to visibly droop, leading to gas system failure and handguard fires. Despite a field repair with bailing wire, the rifle remained functional, though the barrel was permanently bent and the recoil spring deformed.

Quick Summary

The PSA Spiker AK underwent a full-auto meltdown test, firing 2,707 rounds. Extreme heat caused the barrel to droop, leading to gas system failure and handguard fires. Despite a field repair, the rifle survived until ammunition ran out, though the barrel was permanently bent.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Team Setup
  2. 02:24Initial Full-Auto Fire & Barrel Droop
  3. 05:38Gas System Failure & Handguard Fire
  4. 11:47Field Repair & Final Rounds
  5. 27:16Post-Meltdown Inspection & Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to the PSA Spiker AK during the meltdown test?

During a full-auto meltdown test, the PSA Spiker AK fired 2,707 rounds. Extreme heat caused the barrel to droop, leading to gas system failure and handguard fires. Despite a field repair, the rifle survived until ammunition ran out.

How many rounds were fired in the PSA Spiker AK meltdown test?

A total of 2,707 rounds were fired through the Palmetto State Armory Spiker AK during the extreme full-auto meltdown test. The test concluded when the team ran out of ammunition, not due to a rifle seizure.

What were the main failure points of the PSA Spiker AK under extreme heat?

The primary failure was the barrel visibly drooping due to extreme heat, which misaligned the gas system. This caused the gas block to pull away from the gas tube, stopping the piston's return to battery. Handguards also caught fire.

What was the condition of the PSA Spiker AK after the meltdown test?

Post-test, the barrel was permanently bent with its last 1.5 inches of rifling gone. The recoil spring was severely deformed, but surprisingly, the bolt and carrier showed minimal wear. The rifle remained functional despite damage.

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