🔒The bolt locks into place with the barrel using locking lugs and a cam pin.
🔫The trigger, hammer, and firing pin work together to fire the AR-15.
💨Expanding gases propel the bullet down the barrel, imparting spin for accuracy.
🎯The front and rear sights can be adjusted for zeroing and windage.
🔧The AR-15 can be customized with alternative optics and adjustable stocks.
How does the bolt lock into place?
—The bolt locks into place with the barrel using locking lugs and a cam pin.
How does the firing mechanism work?
—The trigger, hammer, and firing pin work together to fire the AR-15.
What propels the bullet down the barrel?
—Expanding gases propel the bullet down the barrel, imparting spin for accuracy.
Can the sights be adjusted?
—Yes, the front and rear sights can be adjusted for zeroing and windage.
Can the AR-15 be customized?
—Yes, the AR-15 can be customized with alternative optics and adjustable stocks.
00:15Pressing the 'magazine release' frees the magazine from the lower receiver.
00:32Pulling and releasing the 'charging handle' chambers the first round.
00:59The bolt contains several 'locking lugs' that engage with the barrel extension lugs.
02:02As the trigger is pulled, the 'hammer' is released from the sear.
02:21As the firing pin strikes the primer, a spark is created, igniting the propellant.
03:32As it returns, the bolt strips a new cartridge from the magazine and directs it into the chamber.
04:13Moving the selector to AUTO enables fully automatic fire.
06:41The front sight post can be adjusted up or down for zeroing.
