AC556 / Mini-14 bolt assembly question...

Skans

Active member
I'm assuming that the bolts on the AC556 and Mini-14 are identical - but can anyone confirm this for me? Also, what's involved with fitting a new "used" bolt to an AC556? Should they drop in, or is fitting an issue? I don't need a new one, but would like to acquire a spare. But, before I plop down money on a spare bolt, I want to be reasonably sure that I can fit it to the receiver without too much difficulty.
 

David Hineline

New member
Unless Ruger has changed their policy those parts are only avail to be installed if the rifle/machinegun is sent into them for repair, parts not available to gunsmiths or others. I know at one time there was a major change in the bolt from one series to the other.

Sorry I am not the one to help on this issue.
 

Skans

Active member
The reason I asked, is because if I look at buying a mini-14 parts set, I want to know that the bolt can be fitted to the AC556.
 
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