Good morning, I’m looking for recommendations for a Buffer weight for a M4 with a 12inch barrel. It currently has a 2.9 oz and I read I my see improvements with a heavier one. Any thoughts? Ammunition is standard 55 grain.223
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Good morning, I’m looking for recommendations for a Buffer weight for a M4 with a 12inch barrel. It currently has a 2.9 oz and I read I my see improvements with a heavier one. Any thoughts? Ammunition is standard 55 grain.223
It will depend on a combination of factors; how is your barrel gassed, the .223 you refer to- will it be the ONLY ammo you're shooting(?).
It would be advisable to set your Carbine/Pistol up to function with milspec ammo (m193 as example) in addition to the .223 you mention.
You never know what may be available down the road.
What barrel are you using, manufacturer?
I'd consider a BRT gas tube if your barrel is overgassed (which it probably is), in combination with an H1 buffer. I run an H2 with Clints BRT gas tube on an 11.5" BCM. It is exceptionally soft shooting with m193 and mk 262.
I would get an H2 and try it. You can always remove one og the Tungsten weights and replace with a Steel weight from your Carbine/current buffer- which will be an H1 buffer.
Check this; https://blackrivertactical.ecwid.com...ine-p103167251
H2 with a Sprinco Blue buffer spring.
What kind of improvements are you anticipating?
Who made the gun/barrel? Tell us a little more about it.
By the way, welcome and M4s have 14.5" barrels.
Andy
What’s wrong with the gun in its current state?
H2 buffer for sure. I don't mess with non-Colt/spec buffer springs.
The H2 is a good starting point before you even look at gas issues.
Mil Spec by Colt 12.5 Barrel SOCOM Model.