NEW PSA 13.7 Inch JAKL!!! | The ACR You Have at Home, BUT it WORKS!

Published on August 12, 2023
Duration: 39:25

Roger Barrera provides an in-depth review of the Palmetto State Armory 13.7-inch JAKL, highlighting its potential as an affordable alternative to rifles like the ACR, SCAR, or SIG Spear. He details modifications including a LaRue trigger and F5 stock, discusses range performance, zeroing an EOTech, and suppressed shooting with a YHM suppressor. Barrera also addresses practical considerations like mechanical offset and heat management, offering insights from his extensive experience as a firearms instructor.

Quick Summary

The PSA 13.7 Inch JAKL is reviewed as a cost-effective alternative to rifles like the ACR, SCAR, or Spear. It features a 13.7-inch barrel, long-stroke piston, and adjustable gas block. Modifications include a LaRue MBT-2S trigger and F5 stock. The review highlights its reliability over 1,500 rounds, but notes a significant mechanical offset and rapid handguard heating.

Chapters

  1. 00:41Introduction to the PSA 13.7 Inch JAKL
  2. 01:58Initial Range Impressions and ACR Comparison
  3. 05:01Zeroing and Night Shooting
  4. 07:47Drills and Mechanical Offset
  5. 10:51Trigger Breakdown and Reliability
  6. 21:36Technical Specifications and Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the PSA 13.7 Inch JAKL?

The PSA 13.7 Inch JAKL features a 13.7-inch barrel, a long-stroke gas piston system, an 8-position adjustable gas block, and a rifle-length handguard. It's often configured with aftermarket parts like the F5 Manufacturing stock and LaRue MBT-2S trigger for enhanced performance.

How does the PSA 13.7 JAKL compare to the Bushmaster ACR?

Roger Barrera notes the PSA JAKL offers 'ACR vibes' and is presented as a functional, more affordable alternative. He experienced a catastrophic gas system failure on his ACR during the same range session where the JAKL performed reliably, suggesting the JAKL is a more dependable option.

What is mechanical offset and how does it affect shooting the PSA JAKL?

Mechanical offset is the difference between where you aim and where the bullet impacts, often due to optic height. On the JAKL, the combination of the piston system height and optic riser created a significant 4-inch offset at close range, requiring the shooter to aim higher.

What modifications were made to the PSA 13.7 JAKL in the review?

The reviewer upgraded the trigger to a LaRue Tactical MBT-2S two-stage trigger and installed an F5 Manufacturing Modular Stock System. The rifle was also set up for suppressed shooting with a YHM Turbo T3 suppressor and a J-Mac Customs muzzle device.

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