How to Field Strip AK #ak47 Tactical Elites

Published on February 2, 2026
Duration: 1:16

This video provides a straightforward, step-by-step guide on how to field strip and reassemble an AK-47. It emphasizes safety by starting with a clear firearm and walks through the removal of the dust cover, recoil spring, charging handle, and bolt carrier group. The reassembly process is then demonstrated in reverse.

Quick Summary

To field strip an AK-47, first ensure it's clear. Remove the dust cover by depressing its rear button and sliding it forward. Then, push the recoil spring forward and pull it back to remove. Pull the charging handle fully back and slide it out the rear. Finally, slide the bolt carrier group back, rotate it up, and pull it forward.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Safety Check
  2. 00:08Removing the Dust Cover
  3. 00:13Removing the Recoil Spring
  4. 00:18Removing the Charging Handle
  5. 00:25Removing the Bolt Carrier Group
  6. 00:43Reassembling the Bolt Carrier Group
  7. 00:51Reinstalling the Recoil Spring
  8. 00:51Reattaching the Dust Cover
  9. 01:06Final Steps and Function Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the first steps to field strip an AK-47?

First, ensure the AK-47 is clear by removing the magazine, moving the bolt forward, and visually and physically inspecting the chamber. Then, depress the button on the rear of the dust cover and slide it forward to detach it.

How do you remove the recoil spring and charging handle from an AK-47?

To remove the recoil spring, push it forward, then pull it back and out. For the charging handle, pull it fully to the rear and slide it out of the receiver from the back.

What is the process for removing the bolt carrier group from an AK-47?

Slide the bolt carrier group to the rear, rotate it upwards, and then pull it forward and out of the receiver. This allows for cleaning and inspection of the bolt.

How do you reassemble an AK-47 after field stripping?

Reassembly involves reversing the disassembly steps: place the bolt carrier group back in, reinstall the recoil spring, reattach the dust cover, and perform a function check before reinserting the magazine.

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