MODEL 1™ R IF L E

WARNING: THIS RADIAN RIFLE IS A FIREARM. IF YOU HANDLE

T H I S F I R E A R M I M P R O P E R LY, I T C O U L D R ES U LT I N S E R I O U S
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS
KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. WHEN USING
ANY FIREARM, YOU SHOULD WEAR HEARING PROTECTION TO
PREVENT HEARING LOSS OR DAMAGE AND EYE PROTECTION TO
PREVENT VISION LOSS OR DAMAGE.

NOTICE REGARDING SAFETY WARNINGS AND PROCEDURES:

Please see the safety warnings and procedures on page 1 of this manual.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER: Radian is not responsible for damage,

injury, or death caused by your own intentional, accidental, or MODEL 1 R IF L E
negligent discharge or misuse of the firearm.
M A N U A L

COPYRIGHT © 2019
RADIAN WEAPONS
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
A M E S SAG E T O O UR CUS T O M ER S

Thank you for choosing to add a Radian Model 1 to your arsenal! Whether it’s your first Radian
product, or just the most recent of many, we truly appreciate your business. In a market with near
countless choices we understand that customer loyalty must be earned through a combination
of quality, innovation, and service. As such, all Radian products come with a Lifetime Warranty
against manufacturer defects, even if you’re not the original owner. Shoot with confidence —
we’ll be here if you need us.

Thank you again.

Sincerely,

J O SH UA U N D E RWO O D
Founder & CEO
CONTENTS

01 WARNINGS & PROCEDURES 19 RIFLE OPERATION

21 Ammunition Selection
05 TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION 21 Choice of Magazines
06 Model 1 Features 22 Loading the Weapon
22 Firing the Weapon
07 OPERATING CONTROLS 23 Reloading from Bolt-Lock
09 Talon 45/90 Ambi Safety Selector 24 Maintenance
10 Raptor Ambi Charging Handle 25 Lubricants & Cleaners
10 A-DAC Ambi Dual Action Catch 26 Field Strip
11 Ambi Magazine Release 30 Bolt Carrier Group Disassembly
11 Forward Assist 32 Re-Assembly Notes
12 Ejection Port Cover 33 Routine Maintenance
34 Detailed Maintenance
13 OPERATING PROCEDURES
35 Product Warranty
15 Clearing Your Weapon
16 Pre-Firing Inspection
17 Pre-Firing Function Check
 SAFETY WARNINGS & PROCEDURES

You are responsible for firearms safety. loaded. When you handle a firearm, the first thing you should do 4 | Always Know Your Target, Backstop, and Surroundings: the manufacturer directly and request one prior to putting the
These firearm safety guidelines have been prepared by Radian, (with the firearm pointed in a safe direction), is open the action It is always important to identify your actual target. In addition, firearm into operation.
based upon currently available information. They are provided to identify whether the firearm is loaded. If you do not know it is just as important to know what lies in front of, around and
7 | Always Determine That the Firearm is Safe to Operate:
to you as a courtesy and in the interest of furthering safety. how to open the action, do not handle the firearm. past your target. Remember that a bullet can travel several
Before shooting, make sure the firearm is in good working order,
These guidelines are not comprehensive, nor do they modify or miles.
2 | Always Keep a Firearm Pointed in a Safe Direction: that the barrel is clear, and that the firearm is safe to operate.
replace rules, recommendations, standards, or regulations made A safe direction is any direction where, should the firearm 5 | Always Keep Children and Others Safe By Storing This is especially important when handling a firearm that is
by legal authorities or others. Radian expressly disclaims any discharge, no personal injury or property damage would Firearms Away From Unauthorized Persons: You should unfamiliar to you or has been stored or unused for a long period
liability, obligation, or warranty related to the information set occur. Do not point a firearm (loaded or unloaded) at yourself always store firearms and ammunition out of the sight and of time.
forth in these guidelines. or another person. reach of children as well as anyone else who is not an intended
8 | Always Use Correct Ammunition: Only use ammunition
Radian believes that no issue is more important than firearm user or those physically and/or mentally capable of handling
3 | Always Keep Your Finger Out of the Trigger Guard and recommended by the firearm manufacturer for which the
safety. We urge you to learn and practice the following and using them properly and safely. Store firearms in a safe
Off the Trigger Until You Are Ready to Shoot Your Target: firearm is chambered. Most firearms have the cartridge
guidelines and to make them your habit when handling storage place – ideally, one you can lock.
Do not place your finger inside the trigger guard until you have designation for which the firearm is chambered engraved or
firearms. This will help ensure safe handling of your firearm(s) placed a firearm’s sights on your target and have decided to fire. 6 | Carefully Read the Entire Instruction Manual That stamped on the barrel. Your ammunition should have the exact
and help prevent accidents. We also encourage you to complete The recommended place to rest your finger in the meantime Comes With Your Firearm: You should only use a firearm if same caliber and cartridge designation as imprinted on the
an approved firearms safety training course. is above the trigger guard along the receiver. you fully understand how to safely operate it. All firearms come barrel of the firearm. To ensure proper function and safety, we
1 | Always Handle a Firearm as if it is Loaded: Even if you with an instruction manual created by the manufacturer. If your recommend using factory-loaded ammunition that complies
determine that a firearm is unloaded, always handle it like it IS firearm does not come with an instruction manual, contact with SAAMI, NATO, or CIP published standards. If you use

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 SAFETY WARNINGS & PROCEDURES – Continued

the improper, incorrect or non-standard ammunition in your using prescription medication or any other substance that can Check the firearm’s bore and make certain that it is free from carried by a shooter, the rifle should be placed in a ‘Range Safe’
firearm, it can destroy the firearm and cause serious injury make you tired or affect your senses, reflexes, or judgment. any obstruction before loading and firing, especially for the condition: magazine removed, muzzle downrange, ejection port
or death. initial firing after a period of inactivity (storage, cleaning, etc.). open and facing up, bolt carrier locked to the rear, and safety
12 | Use Eye and Ear Protection: Always wear safety glasses
In the event that the rifle is dropped or the muzzle touches selector set to SAFE .
9 | When Cleaning a Firearm, Make Sure it is Not Loaded: when shooting firearms to prevent injury to the eyes, which may
the ground, clear the rifle then check for a bore obstruction.
You should keep the ammunition separate, in another area, until result in permanent vision loss. Always wear sound attenuating
you have finished cleaning the firearm and are ready to load ear protection, to prevent injury to the ears, which may result Prior to firing, know your intended target and what lies beyond
or shoot the firearm. NOTE: Firearms and ammunition should in permanent hearing loss. it. Be sure that there is an adequate backstop or open space
always be stored separately in secure locations. free of persons and other unintended targets. Keep in mind
THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT
that hard objects behind your target can cause ricochets,
10 | Never Accept a Loaded Firearm: If someone offers you IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
posing a safety hazard to property, persons in the vicinity,
a loaded firearm, ask him to unload the firearm and show you
and the shooter.
that it is clear and empty before accepting it.
Be aware of where your muzzle points at all times and,
11 | Never Use Firearms While Using Drugs or Alcohol:
regardless of the status of the rifle, never point the rifles’
When you handle firearms, your judgment and physical ability
muzzle at any person or unintended target. When not being
must be unimpaired. You should not handle firearms while

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 F E AT U R E S

01 Magpul® 6-Position MIL-SPEC Collapsible Stock

02 H2 Carbine Buffer
03 Radian® Ultra-Light QD End Plate
04
16
08 04 Radian® Raptor-SD™ Ambi Charging Handle
01
02 18
10 20 05 Magpul® Pistol Grip
06 19
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06 Lightweight Forward Assist
11 15 07 Radian® Talon™ Ambidextrous 45°/90° Safety Selector
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12 08 Billet Machined 7075-T6 Upper Receiver
13 09 ATC® AR Gold Match Grade Trigger
09 14 10 Enhanced Black Nitride M16 Bolt Carrier Group
11 Right-Side Bolt Release
12 A-DAC Right-Side Mag. Release Button & Bolt Hold Open
13 Left-Side Mag. Release (Other Side of Rifle)
14 Billet Machined 7075-T6 Lower Receiver
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15 Radian® Take-Down Pins
16 Proprietary Extended Aluminum Hand Guard
17 Match Grade 416R Stainless Steel Barrel
18 Direct Impingement Gas System
19 Magpul® M-LOK® Modular Mounting System
20 Flash Hider/Muzzle Brake Suppressor Mount

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 O P E R AT I N G C O N T R O L S

THIS SECTION OUTLINES THE STANDARD

OPERATING CONTROLS OF THE MODEL 1
WHICH INCLUDE: THE TALON SAFETY
SELECTOR, TRIGGER, RAPTOR CHARGING
HANDLE, AMBIDEXTROUS BOLT CATCH &
RELEASE, AMBIDEXTROUS MAGAZINE
RELEASE, & FORWARD ASSIST.

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 TALON 45/90 AMBIDEXTROUS SAFETY SELECTOR HOW TO SW ITC H THROW C ONFIGURATION RA PTOR A MB IDEXT ROU S CHA RG IN G HA N DL E AM BID EX TRO U S BO LT CATC H & REL EASE

The Model 1 rifle comes equipped with a Talon 45/90 STEP 1 | Loosen the grip just enough to rotate the entire safety The Model 1 Rifle is equipped with a Raptor Ambidextrous The Model 1 Rifle features fully ambidextrous bolt hold open
Ambidextrous Safety Selector. The receiver is marked with unit 180°, then tighten grip. Charging Handle. Pulling on the left or right handle of the Raptor and release features.
pictograms for two modes: (safe) Prevents the trigger STEP 2 | Remove the levers by depressing the spring and will unlock the charging handle and allow the user to draw the
LEFT SIDE | The left side bolt catch is identical in function to
from releasing the hammer. (fire) Allows for one shot per detent using the supplied tool and sliding the lever rearward bolt carrier group to the rear. The carrier group is drawn to the
pull of the trigger. Note that the selector can only be set to SAFE a standard MIL-SPEC AR15/M16 rifle. To lock the bolt carrier
then reinstall the levers in the correct orientation. rear in order to either lock the carrier group back using the A-DAC
when the hammer is cocked. to the rear, use the Raptor charging handle to pull the bolt
or bolt catch, or more commonly to charge the rifle with a new
carrier group rearward until it is in its fully rearward position.
round from the magazine.
CAUTION: Although numerous aftermarket fire control groups Press the lower section of the bolt catch and “ride” the carrier
are available, Radian can only warranty the use of the fire control When charging the rifle, grasp the charging handle and firmly forward until it stops against the bolt catch. The carrier should
group supplied with your rifle. move it to its rear-most position. Release the charging handle, now be locked back and the charging handle can be returned to
allowing the bolt to move forward and chamber a round. Holding the home position manually. To release the bolt carrier group
CAUTION: Installation of aftermarket accessories that extend
on to the charging handle as it moves forward will impede the from its locked back position, press the bolt catch paddle or
into the trigger guard area of the rifle are discouraged. They
feeding process, resulting in stoppages. right side bolt release paddle. The carrier will be released and
could result in a negligent discharge and void the warranty.
return to its home position.
LOWER
The contemporary method of charging the rifle is to use the non-
RECEIVER firing hand to manipulate the charging handle while the strong RIGHT SIDE | The right side magazine release features the
hand remains on the grip, retaining control of the firearm. patented Ambidextrous Dual-Action Catch (A-DAC) system.
To lock the bolt carrier to the rear, use the Raptor charging
handle to pull the bolt carrier group rearward until it is in
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 its fully rearward position. Press in on the magazine release CAUTION: Remember that removing the magazine does NOT EJECT ION P ORT COVER
button and “ride” the carrier forward until it stops against mean that the rifle is unloaded; there may still be a round in
the bolt catch. The carrier should now be locked back and The spring-loaded ejection port cover is used to keep debris and
the chamber. The chamber can be checked by clearing the
the charging handle can be returned to the home position foreign matter from entering the upper receiver through the
rifle (several pulls of the charging handle is standard) before
manually. To release the bolt carrier group from its locked ejection port. It opens automatically when the rifle is cycled,
visually inspecting the chamber. Devices such as chamber
back position, press the right side bolt release lever or left either by hand or by firing. The ejection port cover should always
flags can be used to further ensure that the chamber is clear
side bolt catch paddle. The carrier will be released and return be closed when the rifle is no longer firing with the exception of
in a low-visibility scenario.
to its home position. the ‘Range Safe’ condition. To close it, simply push the cover up
until it snaps into position engaging the upper receiver.
FORWARD ASSIST
A MBI D EX T R O US M AGAZI N E R E L E A S E
The forward assist is used to ensure that a cartridge is fully
Magazines that are properly inserted into the magazine well seated into the chamber or the bolt is fully engaged on an
will automatically be caught and locked in place. Usually an empty chamber. DO NOT force a round into the chamber. If
audible click can be heard when the magazine is fully seated, one or two firm taps with the palm of the hand do not fully
but tugging on the magazine will verify that it is locked in place. seat the round, follow the clearing procedure on page 15 and
inspect the round, the magazine, the chamber, and the bore
The magazine is released by depressing the right side magazine
of the rifle. The forward assist is more commonly used in
release button or left side magazine release paddle.
situations where regular cleaning is not possible.

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 O P E R AT I N G P R O C E D U R E S

T H I S S EC T I O N O U T L I N ES B ES T
P R A C T I C ES FO R B A S I C R I F L E
M A N I P U L AT I O N , I N C LU D I N G
C L E A R I N G YO U R R I F L E ,
P R E - F I R I N G I N S P EC T I O N , &
F U N C T I O N C H EC K S .

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 CLEARING YOUR RIFLE PRE-FIRING INSPECTION
Clearing your rifle is an important starting and stopping point STEP 3 | Use the charging handle to pull the bolt carrier group STEP 1 | Clear the rifle per instructions outlined on Page 15. conditions, physically inspect the bore by passing a cleaning
for many rifle operations. Clear the rifle upon receiving it from rearward until it is in its fully rearward position. Once the bolt rod through it. Do not check for bore obstructions using a
STEP 2 | Break the weapon down by pulling out the rear
someone, when you pass it along to someone, and when it is being face has cleared the bolt catch, press the lower section of the left flexible barrel cleaner. Flexible cleaners, especially worn or
takedown pin and pivoting the upper receiver and lower
set down on the range or for storage. The process is as follows: side bolt catch paddle or right side magazine release/A-DAC and used ones, can snag on small obstructions and break, leading
receiver apart.
“ride” the carrier forward until it stops against the bolt catch. The to even larger obstructions.
STEP 1 | Point the muzzle in a safe direction and remove the
carrier should now be locked to the rear with dust cover open. STEP 3 | Remove the bolt carrier group by pulling the charging
magazine by depressing the left or right side magazine release STEP 5 | Reassemble the rifle by inserting the bolt carrier
handle back halfway and sliding the bolt carrier group free
while pulling the magazine out. STEP 4 | Manually return the charging handle to the closed group into the upper receiver, close up the upper and lower
of the upper receiver. Check to make sure that the bolt is
and latched position. receivers, and re-insert the rear takedown pin.
STEP 2 | Use the charging handle to pull the bolt carrier group fully captive in the carrier. 
Make sure the cam pin is captive
fully to the rear. If a round was chambered, it should have been STEP 5 | Look through the ejection port to visually make sure and that it rides in its track smoothly when the bolt is moved STEP 6 | Inspect your magazines. Ensure that they are clean
ejected as the bolt carrier moved to the rear. Repeat this cycle the chamber is clear and the bolt is properly locked to the rear. in or out. Check for damage on the bolt face and the bolt and not dented or cracked. Pay special attention to the shape
several times and visually inspect the chamber to verify it is In low light conditions perform a tactile check. lugs. Ensure that the firing pin retainer is fully seated in the of the feed lips on metal magazines. Check that the magazine
clear before proceeding. NOTE: visual chamber inspection is bolt. Ensure that the firing pin hole in the bolt face is not follower moves freely within the magazine body and returns
critical – do not depend on the fact no casing was ejected on obstructed. Tap the rear of the bolt carrier firmly against home under its own spring tension. Do not oil or otherwise
clearing. There could still be a live round in the chamber – make the palm of your hand to ensure that the firing pin is fully lubricate magazines.
sure to perform a visual and/or tactile check to verify the weapon captured. A light coating of lubricant is recommended for
STEP 7 | Inspect the ammunition. Ensure that the ammunition
is clear of ammunition. the body of the carrier and/or the inside of the upper receiver;
is the correct caliber for the rifle and is not damaged. Do not
ensure that the lubricant has not dissipated.
oil or otherwise lubricate ammunition. Once the inspection is
STEP 4 | Visually inspect the bore for obstructions. In low light completed, clear the rifle and return it to Range Safe condition.

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 PRE-FIRING FUNCTION CHECK
The shooter should complete a pre-fire function test of the action handle should not return forward on its own accord. Push the STEP 7 | Check trigger function. Rotate the selector to the fire
and fire control group after the rifle has been disassembled charging handle until it is latched back into its home position.
 position and, with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction,
and reassembled. As the pre-fire inspection involves partially pull the trigger. The hammer should drop with a loud click.
breaking the rifle down, a function test should always follow STEP 4 | Check the function of the magazine release. Release Repeat this test by charging the rifle (pull the charging handle
an inspection. Perform the following steps, watching closely the magazine using the right side magazine release and firmly to the rear, then release) and pull the trigger again. The
for anything that impedes the movement of the carrier group remove it from the rifle. hammer should drop. Once the function check is completed
or makes the rifle hard to cycle. STEP 5 | Check the bolt release. Press the large paddle on clear the rifle and return it to range safe condition.
STEP 1 | Clear the rifle per instructions outlined on Page 15. the left-side bolt catch or the right-side bolt release lever.
The carrier group should slam forward and lock into battery.
STEP 2 | Check the function of the magazine catch. Insert an
empty magazine into the magazine well, tugging on it to ensure STEP 6 | Check the function of the safety. With the selector
that it is fully seated and held in place by the magazine catch.
 on SAFE , and with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction,
pull the trigger. Nothing should happen; the hammer should
STEP 3 | Check the function of the charging handle and the not drop.
bolt catch. Leaving the empty, unloaded magazine inserted
in the magazine well, grasp the charging handle and pull it
to the rear. The bolt carrier group should lock to the rear due
to the empty magazine engaging the bolt catch. The charging

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 R I F L E O P E R AT I O N

THIS SECTION OUTLINES

MANUFACTURER
RECOMMENDATIONS
REQUIRED TO ENSURE SAFE
& OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE
OF YOUR MODEL 1 RIFLE .

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 AMMUNITION SELECTION LOADING THE RIFLE FIRING THE WEAPON
Always ensure that you are firing the correct caliber ammunition ammunition. The 1:7 twist rate of the rifling (one revolution STEP 1 | Visually inspect that the safety selector is in the STEP 1 | Bring the rifle to “ready” position.
through your rifle. To ensure proper function and safety, Radian of the rifling takes place every 7”) will give the best accuracy “safe” position. Clear the rifle per instructions outlined
results with heavier supersonic loads in the 120-130gr range, STEP 2 | Acquire and aim at the intended target.
recommends using factory-loaded ammunition that complies on Page 15.
with SAAMI, NATO, or CIP published standards. Radian does but is fully functional with bullets as light as 100gr, and as STEP 3 | Move the safety selector to the “fire” position.
heavy as 220gr. STEP 2 | Insert a loaded magazine firmly into the magazine
not guarantee your rifle’s safety or performance when using
well. Ensure that it is properly seated by tugging on it.
 STEP 4 | Place finger on the trigger and squeeze with a
reloaded, hand loaded, or surplus ammunition.
CHOICE OF MAGAZINES smooth pull.
STEP 3 | Charge the rifle by firmly pulling the charging
Radian does not recommend the use of steel-cased ammunition.
The Radian Rifle is designed to function with aluminum USGI- handle to the rear and releasing it. The bolt carrier group will STEP 5 | Return the safety selector to the “safe”
5.56/.223 bullets of less than 50gr should also be avoided.
pattern magazines, as well as high quality aftermarket AR15/ slam forward, stripping the top round from the magazine and position once you have finished firing.
5.56 NATO | The The Model 1 chambered in .223 Wylde is M16 magazines such as the Magpul® PMAG®. Note: Magazines seating it into the chamber.

designed to function with a broad spectrum of 5.56 x 45mm Be sure to clear the rifle per instructions outlined on Page 15
are expendable equipment that can wear out or become STEP 4 | If you do not intend on firing immediately, close once you are finished firing.
NATO and .223 Rem ammunition. The 1:8 twist rate of the damaged with use. Be sure to thoroughly test all magazines, the ejection port cover. The rifle is now in Condition 1: loaded
rifling (one revolution of the rifling takes place every 8”) will and frequently inspect them for damage. magazine, round in the chamber, rifle on safe.
generally give the best accuracy results with heavier bullets,
such as 69-77gr Match offerings, but is fully functional with
bullets as light as 50gr.
300 BLK | The 300 BLK Radian Rifle is designed to cycle
with a broad spectrum of 300 BLK subsonic and supersonic

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 RELOADING FROM BOLT-LOCK MAINTENANCE
When the magazine runs out of ammunition the bolt catch is Proper maintenance of a rifle requires post-fire cleaning and
automatically engaged, and the bolt carrier is locked to the inspecting of critical components for wear and breakage to
rear. To reload from this condition: ensure full reliability and performance. An accurate log of
rounds fired is ideal, but a rough daily round count is immensely
STEP 1 | Return the safety selector to the “safe” position.
useful for scheduled maintenance.
Release the empty magazine using either the left or right-side
magazine release.
STEP 2 | Insert a loaded magazine into the magazine well.
Ensure the magazine is fully seated by tugging on it.
STEP 3 | Press the paddle on the left-side bolt catch or the
right-side bolt release lever. The bolt carrier will travel forward,
stripping the top round from the magazine and seating it into the
chamber. The rifle is now loaded and ready to fire.

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 LUBRICANTS & CLEANERS STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4

The Radian Model 1 is compatible with all standard U.S. Military

and NATO specified small arms lubricants and cleaners. For
lubricants, Radian uses Slip 2000 EWL and Carbon Killer in the
factory, but numerous CLP-style lubricants and cleaners have
been successfully tested. Note that the use of water-based
lubricants is not advised, as the water content of the lubricant
can actually aid corrosion.
When applying lubricant, use a moderate coat of lubricant on
moving parts. A moderate coat should be just visible to the
eye. Apply lubricant directly to the part and spread it with a
brush, cloth, or finger. The following four steps identify zones
to lubricate:

The bolt carrier body and cam pin, especially along the Place lubricant inside of the upper receiver. Place lubricant on the sides and top of the charging handle. Lubricate the takedown pins.
runners on the bottom of the carrier and the bosses
on the rear, should be lubricated. Place two drops of
lubrication into the cam pin slot.

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 FIELD STRIP STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 4 STEP 4

Field Stripping, or Basic Disassembly, is breaking the

rifle down to its core components for the purpose of
field-expedient maintenance (mainly cleaning and lubrication).
Field Stripping can also shed light on the cause of common
failures, such as a blocked bore or broken parts. The Field
Stripping process requires no special tools. Caution should
be taken to ensure that parts are not lost during this process.
Please note that rifles should not be broken down beyond the
field strip unless in a controlled environment, such as the
factory or in a gunsmith’s shop. To begin the field strip, clear
the rifle per instructions on page 15.

Clear the rifle per instructions on page 15. Make sure the bolt carrier group is in the forward Repeat Step 2 for the front pivot pin. Separate the upper and lower receiver groups.
Most negligent discharges occur during disassembly and seated position. From the left-hand side, press in the
cleaning operations. rear takedown pin. From the right-hand side, pull the
rear takedown pin to the right until it stops.

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 FIELD STRIP – Continued

To complete the field strip of the upper STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 BOLT CARRIER GROUP STEP 1
receiver assembly, remove the bolt DISASSEMBLY
carrier group and charging handle from
the upper:

Pull the charging handle to the rear about half way. Remove the bolt carrier group from the upper receiver. Pull the charging handle fully towards the rear. Remove With a suitable punch or the tip of a cartridge, push
the charging handle by moving it so that the expanded the firing pin retainer in from the right-side, then pull it
end of the charging handle passes through the cut-out in out from the left-side. Do not twist the retainer
the guide track of the upper receiver. during removal.

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 BOLT CARRIER GROUP DISASSEMBLY – Continued

STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 RE-ASSEMBLY NOTES

Reassembly of the rifle can be done by reversing the order of
the previously mentioned steps. Some specific things to keep
in mind during the reassembly process:
The rifle may chamber a round and fire without the cam
pin, which could lead to catastrophic failure of the rifle and
serious injury or death.

Slide the firing pin out through the rear of the carrier. Rotate the cam pin to the side so that it is clear of the gas Remove the bolt from the front of the bolt carrier.
key. Lift the cam pin out of the bolt carrier group.

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 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DETAILED MAINTENANCE
Routine maintenance should be completed after each firing session. STEP 7 | Scrub the face of the bolt with a nylon brush dipped Detailed maintenance should be performed every 1000 rounds. STEP 8 | Apply a moderate coat of lubricant to the cavity in
in cleaning solvent 
 the carrier into which the bolt is installed.
STEP 1 | Clear the rifle per instructions on Page 15. STEP 1 | Clear the rifle.
STEP 8 | Remove the solvent from the parts with a cloth or rag.
 STEP 9 | Reassemble the rifle and check to make sure that
STEP 2 | Field strip the rifle per instructions on Pages 26-30. STEP 2 | Complete the detailed disassembly as described
all moving parts are functioning correctly per instructions on
STEP 9 | Apply a coat of lubricant to the interior of the upper on Pages 26-30.
STEP 3 | Clean the bore of the barrel. Using a cleaning rod, Page 32.
receiver, buffer spring, charging handle, and bolt carrier. Do
push a bore patch soaked with solvent from the chamber end STEP 3 | Complete all the routine maintenance as described
NOT lubricate the face of the bolt. STEP 10 | Apply point lubrication to the cam pin, hammer pin,
of the barrel to the muzzle end. Remove the bore patch and on the previous Page 33.
trigger pin, and charging handle latch.
cleaning rod, then let the barrel sit for several minutes. STEP 10 | Apply point lubrication to the cam pin, hammer pin,
STEP 4 | Scrub the bolt (including the extractor) with a nylon
trigger pin, and charging handle latch. For more detailed information and instructions about
STEP 4 | Using a cleaning rod with a bore brush, take serveral brush dipped in solvent. Wipe away any remaining solvent with
disassembly, reassembly, and maintenance see U.S. Army
passes throught the bore to break free any buildup. STEP 11 | Reassemble the rifle and check to make sure that a rag or cloth.
M16 Technical Manual TM9-1005-249-23P
all moving parts are functioning correctly.
STEP 5 | Push a dry bore patch through the bore to remove STEP 5 | Scrub the bolt carrier, firing pin, and the interior of the
the residue and solvent. Repeat this step until the patches upper receiver with a nylon brush dipped in cleaning solvent.
come through the bore clean.
STEP 6 | Clean the firing pin hole and firing pin cavity of the
STEP 6 | Wipe the bolt carrier, charging handle, interior of bolt with a pipe cleaner. 

upper receiver, buffer and buffer spring with a cloth slightly
STEP 7 | Wipe away any remaining solvent thoroughly with a rag.
dampened with cleaning solvent. 


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 PRODUCT WARRANTY
Radian warrants that the enclosed rifle was originally Subject to the foregoing, this limited warranty confers the right
manufactured free of defects in material, workmanship and to have the covered firearm or its parts repaired, adjusted or
mechanical function. For the lifetime of the firearm, Radian replaced. No implied warranties of any kind are made herein and
agrees to correct any defect in the firearm by repair, adjustment this warranty does not apply to any accessory items attached
or replacement, at Radian’s option, with the same or comparable to the firearm.
quality components (or by replacing the firearm at Radian’s
In no event shall Radian be liable for any incidental or
option); provided, however, that the firearm is returned unloaded
consequential damages arising from or in connection with this
and freight prepaid to Radian.
limited warranty.
This limited warranty is null and void if the firearm has been
misused, damaged (by accident or otherwise), fired with
hand-loaded, reloaded or improper ammunition, fired with an
obstruction in the barrel, damaged through failure to provide
reasonable and necessary maintenance as described in the
manual accompanying the firearm, or if unauthorized repair
or any alteration, including of a cosmetic nature, has been
performed on the firearm. This limited warranty does not apply
to normal wear and tear of any parts.

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