How To Clean An Ak47 Step by Step!

Published on November 16, 2024
Duration: 10:36

This guide details the step-by-step process for cleaning an AK-47 or its variants, demonstrated on an RPK. It covers field stripping, individual component cleaning using tools like Q-tips and brushes, barrel cleaning from muzzle to receiver, and proper reassembly. The instructor emphasizes cleaning critical areas for reliable function while acknowledging that some components, like the gas tube, may not require exhaustive cleaning.

Quick Summary

To clean an AK-47, begin by field stripping the weapon, removing the magazine, dust cover, recoil spring, bolt carrier group, and gas tube. Use rags, Q-tips, and brushes with gun cleaner to meticulously clean each component, paying close attention to the bolt, bolt carrier piston, and barrel rifling. Always clean the barrel before the receiver to avoid re-contaminating cleaned parts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Field Stripping Overview
  2. 00:09Removing Magazine & Dust Cover
  3. 00:17Removing Recoil Spring Assembly
  4. 00:25Removing Bolt Carrier Group
  5. 00:30Separating Bolt from Bolt Carrier
  6. 00:39Removing Gas Tube
  7. 01:04Initial Wipe Down of Components
  8. 01:47Choosing Gun Cleaner
  9. 01:59Cleaning Small Parts with Q-tips
  10. 02:11Cleaning the Magazine
  11. 02:23Cleaning the Bolt
  12. 02:34Using a Wire Brush on the Bolt
  13. 02:49Cleaning the Bolt Carrier Group
  14. 03:03RPK Specifics (Romanian Parts Kit)
  15. 03:58Cleaning Charging Handle Base
  16. 04:28Cleaning the Recoil Spring Assembly
  17. 04:49Cleaning the Gas Tube
  18. 05:56Cleaning the Dust Cover
  19. 06:18Cleaning the Barrel & Muzzle Device
  20. 06:21Removing Muzzle Device
  21. 06:30Cleaning Muzzle Threads
  22. 07:02Importance of Barrel Cleaning First
  23. 07:15Barrel Brushes & Cleaning Kit
  24. 07:34Using Wire Brush in Barrel
  25. 07:57Using Cloth Brush in Barrel
  26. 08:22Cleaning Receiver Gas Tube Areas
  27. 08:39Cleaning Receiver Grooves & Base
  28. 08:59Cleaning Trigger & Hammer Assembly
  29. 09:12Reassembly: Muzzle Device
  30. 09:28Reassembly: Gas Tube
  31. 09:38Reassembly: Bolt Carrier & Bolt
  32. 09:55Reassembly: Recoil Spring Assembly
  33. 10:02Reassembly: Dust Cover
  34. 10:08Final Function Check
  35. 10:19Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential steps for field stripping an AK-47 for cleaning?

To field strip an AK-47 for cleaning, first remove the magazine and ensure the chamber is clear. Then, remove the dust cover and recoil spring assembly. Next, remove the bolt carrier group, separate the bolt from the carrier, and finally, remove the gas tube.

What tools are recommended for cleaning an AK-47?

For cleaning an AK-47, you'll need basic supplies like rags and Q-tips, along with gun cleaner. A wire brush is useful for stubborn carbon buildup, and a dedicated barrel cleaning kit with various brushes is essential for the barrel and receiver.

Why is it important to clean the barrel of an AK-47 before the receiver?

Cleaning the barrel before the receiver is crucial to prevent contamination. If you clean the receiver first and then run cleaning tools through the barrel, you risk pushing loosened debris and fouling back into the receiver you just cleaned.

How should the bolt carrier group of an AK-47 be cleaned?

The bolt carrier group of an AK-47 should be cleaned meticulously, with special attention paid to the piston head, which can accumulate significant carbon. Use gun cleaner and a wire brush to remove all residue from the piston and surrounding areas.

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