PSA AKE AK - First Kill! 2000rds Update!

Published on February 20, 2020
Duration: 15:16

This video provides an in-depth durability and heat testing of the Palmetto State Armory AKE AK rifle after 2000 rounds. Expert instructor Rob Ski details performance in extreme weather, reliability during a hunt, and a rigorous heat test with an OSS suppressor, concluding with internal component inspection and a headspace check. The rifle demonstrates solid performance with minimal wear, highlighting its robust construction and the quality of its FN cold hammer forged barrel.

Quick Summary

The PSA AKE AK rifle proved highly reliable over 2000 rounds, showing zero malfunctions even in extreme weather. Expert testing included a rigorous heat evaluation with an OSS suppressor, reaching 720°F, and internal inspections revealing minimal wear on critical components like the bolt carrier and trunnion. A final headspace check confirmed its continued stability.

Chapters

  1. 00:56Introduction and Weather Testing
  2. 02:56Reliability and First Kill
  3. 03:31Barrel Shift Test Setup
  4. 05:57High Heat Shooting
  5. 07:52Target Analysis
  6. 10:12Internal Inspection
  7. 12:17Trunnion and Rivet Check
  8. 14:04Barrel and Gas Block
  9. 14:30No-Go Gauge Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How reliable is the PSA AKE AK after 2000 rounds?

The PSA AKE AK demonstrated exceptional reliability, experiencing zero malfunctions over 2000 rounds, even when subjected to extreme weather conditions and rigorous heat testing.

What are the key components highlighted in the PSA AKE AK durability test?

Key components discussed include the FN cold hammer forged, chrome-lined barrel with a 1:9.45 twist rate, the ALG Defense AKT trigger, and the RS Regulate GKR rail system.

What kind of heat testing was performed on the PSA AKE AK?

The rifle underwent rapid fire strings to heat the barrel and suppressor, reaching temperatures of 720°F on the suppressor and 510°F on the barrel, followed by an analysis of point of impact shift.

What internal inspections were conducted on the PSA AKE AK?

Inspections included the bolt carrier, piston head, locking lugs, trunnion, locking shoulders, and rivets for carbon buildup, deformation, or abnormal wear, with a final headspace check using a no-go gauge.

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