Aero Precision M4E1 FDE build review | Parts list + upgrades, accessories and performance report

Aero Precision M4E1 build review with parts list + upgrades. I cover this in build in detail including what optics and accessories I selected for my build.Show more

This is not a sponsored video. All parts, accessories and ammo was provided by me.

Timeline:

Start/overview 00:00

Cost of build: 1:54
total cost of rifle: just under $1,000 at the time of purchase
Total cost with accessories: $1,410 as configured. Keep in mind that the Primary arms optic is no longer in production so you would need to find a similar optic priced under $150.

Parts list: 2:53

Aero M4e1 FDE receiver set (no forward assist
Aero M4e1 lpk with fcg and magpul moe grip
Aero carbine buffer kit
Aero nitride bcg
Aero Atlas R one 15" handguard mlok fde
Aero mid length gas tube

Upgraded parts list: 5:52

These are parts with additional features over standard Aero parts such as milspec or moe. it does include none Aero manufactured parts.
Magpul ctr stock fde
Magpul ASAP qd end plate
Rise Armament extended charging handle
BA Hanson performance barrel 16" midlength 556 nato
Vg6 Gamma 556 break

Accessories/rifle setup: 9:22

primary arms md06 (gen2) red dot. this is discontinued. suggest slx or holosun 403r as other options.
Midwest Industries non-QD lower 1/3 mount. does not co-witness.
UTG slim flip up sights
UTG mlok qd sling mount
Streamlight protac mount 2 650 lumin
magpul right vertical grip

Range performance: 12:53
- mag dump 14:42
- failure to fire 15:16

Aftermath/inspection 16:31
- Muzzle break canted 16:36
- Damaged buffer spring 17:13
- castle nut 17:41
Cerekote 18:08

wrap-up 18:18