Competition Trigger Kit for Ruger Mk IV and Mk IV 22/45
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Competition Trigger Kit for Ruger Mk IV and Mk IV 22/45 by Apex Tactical. Fits Apex Tactical.
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For Ruger Mk IV and Mk IV 22/45 owners shooting in Arizona’s high-dust, dry-heat conditions, the stock trigger can feel gritty and heavy after a few range sessions. The Competition Trigger Kit from Apex delivers a clean, repeatable trigger pull that resists the effects of fine dust and heat expansion. Designed specifically for competition and high-volume range use, this kit gives you a consistent 3.0lb trigger pull weight with a crisp break and minimal overtravel.
Dust and heat cause standard trigger parts to bind. This kit reduces trigger overtravel by approximately 80% and overall travel by about 25%. That means faster follow-up shots and less finger fatigue during long desert sessions. The adjustable Trigger Over Travel stop lets you dial in exactly how much movement you want after the break, so you can tune it for your shooting style—whether you’re running steel targets or timed stages.
Suppressor use is common in Arizona. The steel magazine safety delete included in this kit allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted, which is standard for competition use. This also eliminates a common source of grit and resistance in the trigger system. The kit includes a safety plate that maintains factory safety values, so you get the performance upgrade without compromising reliability.
- Trigger pull weight: Approximately 3.0lbs after installation
- Overtravel reduction: Approximately 80% with proper adjustment
- Total travel reduction: Approximately 25%
- Break: Crisp, with no creep or grit
- Safety: Factory safety values maintained with included safety plate
- Magazine safety: Deletes factory mag safety for competition use only
- Compatibility: Ruger Mk IV and Mk IV 22/45 (all variants)
- Price: $160
This kit is built for competition and range use. The adjustable overtravel stop and reduced pull weight make it unsuitable for defensive carry or law enforcement duty. Install it using the included instruction video for best results. Tucson shooters will appreciate how the all-steel construction and tight tolerances hold up to blowing sand and 110°F afternoons. No plastic, no flex—just a clean break every time.
Part of the Ruger Pistols category. Price: $160.