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Competition Action Enhancement Kit For Ruger Mkiv/Mkiv 22/45 - Competition Action Enhancement Kit Ruger Mkiv/Mkiv 22/45 Blk
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SKU: 430101498
Overview
This enhancement kit is built for Ruger MkIV and MkIV 22/45 pistols and is aimed at shooters who want a lighter, more refined trigger setup for competition use. It replaces the factory trigger and hammer, reducing pull weight to around 3.0 lbs while also cutting over-travel and overall trigger travel. The kit includes a safety plate to preserve factory safety values, along with a steel magazine safety delete that allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted when installed. Because that magazine safety delete is recommended for competition use only, it is best suited to dedicated match setups rather than general-purpose carry or field use.
Why Hunters Choose the Apex Tactical Specialties Inc
Reduces Trigger
Pull to approximately 3.0 lbs
Cuts Trigger
Over-travel by over 80% and
Includes Safety
Plate to maintain factory safety
Adds Steel
Magazine safety delete for competition
Replaces Factory
Trigger and hammer in Ruger
Key Features
- Replaces the factory trigger and hammer on Ruger MkIV and MkIV 22/45 pistols.
- Designed to reduce trigger pull weight by approximately 45% to around 3.0 lbs.
- Delivers a crisp trigger break with reduced over-travel and overall trigger travel.
- Includes a safety plate to maintain factory safety values.
- Includes a steel magazine safety delete for competition use only.
Best Used For
- Competition shooters tuning a Ruger MkIV or MkIV 22/45 for a lighter trigger pull
- Owners seeking reduced trigger travel and over-travel for deliberate, controlled shooting
- Users wanting a factory safety plate while changing trigger and hammer components
- Competition-focused pistol builders considering a magazine safety delete for match use only
Specifications
| Compatibility | Ruger Mkiv/Mkiv 22/45 |
|---|---|
| Included Components | Factory trigger and hammer replacement, safety plate, steel magazine safety delete |
| Magazine Safety Delete Function | Allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted |
| Magazine Safety Delete Included | Yes |
| Overall Trigger Travel Reduction | 25% |
| Recommended Use | Competition use only |
| Safety Plate Included | Yes |
| Trigger Over Travel Reduction | Over 80% |
| Trigger Pull Reduction | Approximately 45% |
| Trigger Pull Weight | Approximately 3.0 lbs |
Pros
- Reduces trigger pull to approximately 3.0 lbs for a lighter break.
- Cuts trigger over-travel by over 80% and overall travel by 25%.
- Includes a safety plate to maintain factory safety values.
- Adds a steel magazine safety delete for competition use.
- Replaces the factory trigger and hammer in Ruger MkIV/MkIV 22/45 pistols.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed to change the factory trigger and hammer, so it is a modification-oriented kit rather than a drop-in accessory for users who want to keep the pistol in original configuration.
- The kit is intended to reduce trigger pull to approximately 3.0 lbs., which is a meaningful change that may not suit hunters or shooters who prefer a heavier factory feel.
- It includes a steel magazine safety delete that allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted; the description notes this is recommended for competition use only, so it requires careful consideration outside that context.
- Because the kit is built around trigger travel and pull-weight changes, the main benefit is in trigger characteristics rather than broader functional changes to the pistol.
Suggested Comparisons
- Competition pistol trigger kits
- Ruger MkIV accessories
- Trigger and hammer upgrade kits
- Competition shooting parts
Suggested Accessories
- Trigger upgrade kit
- Pistol maintenance tools
- Competition shooting accessories
- Magazine accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Apex Action Enhancement Kit replace on the Ruger MkIV/MkIV 22/45?
It replaces the factory trigger and hammer.
What trigger pull change is described for this kit?
It is designed to reduce trigger pull weight by approximately 45% to around 3.0 lbs.
Does the kit change trigger travel or over-travel?
Yes. The description says it reduces over-travel by over 80% and overall trigger travel by 25%.
What safety-related parts are included with the kit?
The kit includes a safety plate to maintain factory safety values and a steel magazine safety delete.
What is the magazine safety delete for, and is it intended for all uses?
When installed, it allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted. The description says it is recommended for competition use only.