AK vs AR safety

Published on May 17, 2022
Duration: 0:19

This video demonstrates a speed test comparing the safety manipulation times of AK-type and AR-type rifles. Expert instruction highlights the significant difference in how quickly a shooter can disengage the safety and prepare to fire each platform. The AK's large lever safety proved much faster to operate than the AR's smaller selector switch in this timed drill.

Quick Summary

Expert instructor Phuc Long demonstrates that AK-type rifles with large lever safeties are significantly faster to manipulate than AR-type rifles with thumb selector switches. In a timed drill, the AK safety disengagement and shot took 0.45 seconds, while the AR took 4.67 seconds, highlighting a key difference in their manual of arms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00AK Safety Speed Test
  2. 00:06AR Safety Speed Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the AK safety compare to the AR safety in terms of speed?

In a timed drill, the AK-type rifle's large lever safety was disengaged and fired in 0.45 seconds. The AR-type rifle's thumb selector switch took significantly longer, 4.67 seconds, to perform the same action.

What is the main difference in safety manipulation between AK and AR platforms?

The primary difference lies in the design: AKs typically have a large, ambidextrous lever on the right side of the receiver, while ARs have a smaller selector switch operated by the thumb on the left side of the receiver.

What tools are needed for a safety manipulation speed test?

A key tool for conducting a safety manipulation speed test is a shot timer, such as the Commander Shot Timer shown in the video, to accurately measure the time elapsed from safety disengagement to firing the shot.

Why is understanding firearm safety manipulation important?

Understanding and practicing the manual of arms, including safety manipulation, is crucial for efficient and safe firearm operation. Faster manipulation can be critical in dynamic shooting scenarios, as demonstrated by the speed difference between the AK and AR platforms.

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