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Will this bolt carrier group be okay to shoot steel rounds with — 4 Answers

by Tory, from VA, United States Asked on March 6, 2021

Name Faxon Firearms 7.62x39 Bolt Carrier Group, Type (2.4)
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Answered by Kurt Colbourne, Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on September 16, 2021

Yes, it is.

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Answered by Faxon Firearms, Manufacturer from OH, United States, on September 16, 2021

yes, this BCG is compatible with Steel Case ammunition.

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Answered by Colin Miller, member, from CA, United States, on December 01, 2024

It can, but if you shoot steel cased ammo, replace the firing pin with an 'enhanced' firing pin that provides slightly more protrusion.

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Answered by Logan Lavergne, member, from LA, United States, on February 09, 2022

No it does not shoot steel rounds. I’ve tried 5 different steel rounds no go, first brass was a boom

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