Tuning the RIFLESPEED Gas Control

Published on June 7, 2023
Duration: 9:14

This guide details how to properly adjust the Rifle Speed gas control system, standard on Argos Ordnance A115 rifles. The process involves incrementally increasing the gas setting by firing single rounds until the bolt reliably locks open. For duty use, an additional click is recommended. The guide also covers finding the optimal setting for suppressed fire, emphasizing the importance of tuning for different ammunition types and suppressor back pressure.

Quick Summary

The Rifle Speed gas control allows for tool-less adjustment by simply turning the knob with your fingers. For optimal reliability, especially in duty applications, it's recommended to increase the setting by one notch after finding the point of consistent bolt lock-back.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Argos Ordnance A115 Rifles
  2. 00:47Understanding the Rifle Speed Gas Block
  3. 01:13Plunger Length and Ammunition Compatibility
  4. 01:58Tool-Less Adjustment Demonstration
  5. 02:43Finding the Unsuppressed Setting (Step-by-Step)
  6. 04:59Determining the Optimal Duty Setting
  7. 05:22Setting Up for Suppressed Fire
  8. 05:38Finding the Suppressed Setting (Step-by-Step)
  9. 07:11Determining the Optimal Suppressed Setting
  10. 07:29Impact of Ammunition Weight on Gas Settings
  11. 08:22Conclusion and Further Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you adjust the Rifle Speed gas control without tools?

The Rifle Speed gas control is designed for tool-less adjustment. You can simply reach up under the handguard and turn the adjustment knob with your fingers to increase or decrease the gas flow to the system.

What is the recommended setting for duty use with the Rifle Speed gas block?

After finding the setting where the bolt reliably locks open to the rear, it is common practice for duty or self-defense use to click the gas block up one additional notch. This provides an extra margin of reliability.

How does using a suppressor affect the gas block setting?

Suppressors generally increase back pressure, meaning you will likely need to reduce the gas setting on your Rifle Speed block. The process involves repeating the tuning steps with the suppressor attached to find the new optimal setting.

What kind of ammunition is the Rifle Speed gas block set up to run out of the box?

The Rifle Speed gas block, with its standard 917 plunger, is set up to run full-power 5.56 and .223 ammunition from the factory. It offers a wide range of adjustment for various loads.

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