Manual GHK M4 Day 5
Manual GHK M4 Day 5
Foreword
This guide or FAQ has been setup to get as many details as possible. For example, which
real parts will fit and which don’t. As it is an M4 / AR platform, it’s relatively easy to work on.
Even for beginners who start using GBBR’s for the first time. Also because it’s an M4,
plenty of parts are available because of it’s popilarity.
This guide has the V2 in mind but there will be some comparison between the v1 and v2.
All information is gathered through personal knowlage and other peoples knowlage on this
platform. A lot of other information is collected from the GBBR Heavy Recoil Club Discord
or GHK groups on Facebook. This document is subjected to change and will be updated
when more information is shared.
Guide by Bridges, Owner and admin of the GBBR Heavy Recoil Club Community Discord.
Heavy Recoil Club Discord
Note: All pricing in this document is based on the Samoon web page
https://samoon.com.tw/
About GHK
GHK is established in Zhongli, northern Taiwan in 2008; and move to Longtan industrial
zone in 2014. As a Pioneer of AK GBB manufacturer, their main insistence is to produce
high quality GBBR (Gas Blow Back Rifle). In response to user's expectation, it is our duty
to design excellent toy gun to market. This is not only a promise, but a principle that they
always keep in mind.
Source: http://www.ghkairsoft.com/en/company.php
Patch notes
28th of April 2020: - Start of the document, shared the guide on Facebook.
29th of April 2020: - Worked on the parts list of the upper receiver group.
30th of April 2020: - Work has been done to the “upper receiver group” paragraph.
- Shared “day 3 on the Samoon GHK owners group on
Facebook.
1st of may 2020: - Continued working on the “upper receiver group” paragraph.
- Minor details still have to be added to the “upper receiver
group”
- Made notes of feedback from forums and Facebook groups.
- Collected images for DIY fixes by Samoon
- Made a start for the “Lower receiver group” Paragraph
- Parts of the GHK m4 has been renamed to “the anatomy of the
GHK m4 and more images have been added.
2nd of May 2020 - Started at 1.4.2 Lower parts kit.
- Day ends at 1.4.6 sights
The GHK M4 is one of the most customizable weapon platform on the market. You can
either buy a complete ready to go stock rifle or custom build your own from the ground up.
Building an GHK M4 may sound quite intimidating, but it is actually relatively simple!
Whether you want to build an GBB M4 with GHK parts, or upgrade your stock
configuration, it is important to have a thorough knowledge of its parts. You also need to
know what kinds of accessories are out there. This will allow you to customize your GBBR
to the configuration that you want.
The GHK m4 can be divided in 2 main groups which all contain different sub groups:
Pistol grip
This image is from a real ar-15 to explain all the components. However because it is a
GBBR they do share a lot of similarities.
Image source:
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Your GHK M4 upper receiver group is the part that consists of the upper receiver, barrel,
for-end, bolt carrier group and charging handle, as well as other AR-15 upper receiver
components. This component attaches to your rifle’s lower receiver to form your
fully-functional M4 GBBR.
Just like other parts of your rifle, the upper receiver group can be customized to your
exact specifications. You can choose to buy a stock product and start shooting right away,
or you can buy the parts separately and build it up yourself.
1.3.2 Barrel
Barrel:
M4-03-1 Steel made, 14.5" barrel. $65.00
Inner barrel:
M4-08-1 Copper made, 375mm inner barrel Ø6.03mm $14.00
M4-08-2 Copper made, 300mm inner barrel Ø6.03mm $13.00
M4-08-3 Copper made, 265mm inner barrel Ø6.03mm $12.00
1.3.4 Chamber
M4-06-1 M4-06-1 GHK KeyMod gas tube base ● Specification : For GHK
KeyMod $10.00
There are a number of components inside the bolt carrier group, including the nozzle
which also has a lot of parts, bolt and bot stop. At a very basic level, the bolt carrier group
is responsible for loading your rifle.
Depending on which year of production you could have the V1 Bolt carrier or the V2 bolt
carrier. The V1 Bolt carrier has been made from 2014 until 2017. The V2 has a new
design for the bolt lock. Both are steel made. Although the V1 bolt carrier isn’t being
produced anymore, it is still possible to buy one as today. (30th of April, 2020.)
If you have issue of nozzle not move smoothly (over tight or loose) in new M4 bolt carrier,
please refer to the following article in this manual (click here. Insert hyperlink)
M4-17-V2 V2 Bolt carrier, with new designed chamfer for bolt lock $95.00
Nozzle
The nozzle is located inside the bolt carrier. The function of the nozzle is to push the bb in
the chamber and hop up and redirect the gas or co2 to propel the BB down the barrel.
GHK does produce 4 different nozzles which do output different muzzle velocities.
(Results may vary depending on environmental temperature)
Make sure it is correctly installed! Check (here Hyperlink) for more information)
The charging handle is the part you use to “charge” the rifle by pulling the bolt carrier to
the rear. This sits inside of the guide rail in the upper receiver.
The lower receiver group connects to the upper receiver group, and together, the two
parts complete your rifle. You’ll find the trigger group, buffer tube, magazine release,
safety selector, bolt catch and all other necessary components
GHK does manufacture the lower receiver with a few different engravings. The blank
lower receiver is completely with no markings such as semi, auto, safe or markings like
brands which all other receivers have. The receivers are made from an aluminium alloy.
The lower parts kit are the components which are mostly visible from the outside. These
include components like the pivot pin, takedown pin and bolt catch but also components
like the the safety selector and pistol grip.
You’re able to buy all internal parts of the lower receiver for $81.00 here
Hammer Spring Bolt Catch Roll Pin Buffer Retainer & Spring
Pivot pin
Firing pin
Hammer set
Trigger group
The trigger group is one of the most important parts for your your rife. It does contain
component like the trigger and trigger spring and much more. Without it you can’t shoot it.
It’s also an important part to have a good experience with your M4. A heavy the feel or
shape of the trigger can make you say “yes this is awesome” or “it could be better”. For
example you can have triggers which are curved or flat like the Hephaestus flat triggers.
Safety selector
A safety selector or safety catch is a mechanical component which ensures that your rifle
is safer to shoot and helps reduce the chance of an accidental discharge. The safety
selector can vary in design and style but the function remains the same. For example an
ambidextrous which does mean you can operate the selector from either sides from the
receiver.
Magazine catch
The magazine catch or also known as the magazine release has the function to properly
lock the magazine in the magazine well of the lower receiver and drop it free and clear
when the magazine release button is depressed.
Trigger guard
A trigger guard a component which does reduce the chance of an accidental discharge by
filling in the gap at the bottom of the lower receiver
M4-31 Trigger bow set, aluminium made $4.00
To able to hold the rifle you have to have a pistol grip. A good pistol grip can make the
difference in comfort and discomfort. A lot models and brands do exist but also the angle
the pistol grip is in. For example a standard GHK A2 pistol grip has an angle of 25°. If you
prefer a more shallow angle you can get an 20° or 15°. Luckily most real pistol grips fit
without any modification.
The buffer tube or also known as the receiver extension is the component which contains
a buffer and buffer weight. This is the assembly by which the bolt is pushed back forward
after recoil and chambering a new round. In this case a new BB. It also allows the user to
attach a stock to the rifle. The GHK buffer tube is mil-spec which does mean that all
mil-spec buffer tubes will fit. (Ø1.14” or Ø28.95mm)
Buffer weight
The buffer weight helps absorb the recoil of the rifle. In a GBBR m4 like the GHK M4
changing the weight can reduce or increase the felt recoil but it also has effect on the rate
of fire and the gas usage.
Buffer spring
Buffer spring or recoil spring function is to absorb recoil and cycle the action back in
battery. With a GBBR, by installing a stiffer buffer spring it will increase your rate of fire
(ROF) but it also will increase your gas usage.
Buffer tube
The buffer tube is mil-spec with which is Ø1.14”. A real butter tube is most of the time
cheaper than an airsoft variant and will fit just fine. The buffer tube is connected by the
castle nut to the lower receiver
M4-35-1 GHK M4 butt stock rod, plastic and metal made. $40.00
How your rifle rests on your shoulder plays a major role in your overall gunning experience.
It’s easy to be distracted if you’re uncomfortable while aiming at targets. In the simplest
terms, the butt stock is the part of your AR-15 that connects to the rifle’s firing
mechanisms. Like most other parts of your gun, you can choose among a wide array of
butt stock options to build your rifle to your exact specifications. There are plenty of
different stocks out there like a fixed stock or collapsible stock. Comfort is very important if
you’re using your rife for an extensive long period.
M4-35 Butt stock, aluminium made steel and plastic made. $80.00
1.4.6 Sights
Iron sights play a crucial part in aiming at your target. Without it it’s way more difficult to hit
your target at a longer distance. The sights, at the front and rear, can be adjusted in the
hight and wind direction and can be folded away. They also can be used as a backup
sight if your optic breaks or does run-out of battery. For the ascetic it does give it a more
complete
Colt Licenses
Specifications:
Product Feature:
● New HOP-UP system, ver 6.0 new hammer, and stable bolt lock.
● Steel made bolt carrier & fishbone rail (FDE color).
● The main receiver is made of aluminum die-casting, which is high precision, high
stability and good strength.
● The stock is stronger and not easily broken.
● The bolt is adopted by impact-resistant material with a German made connect spring. It
is flexible, not easy to break, but easy removal and maintenance; which is also save gas
for high airtight characteristic.
● The barrel has very detailed heat sink pattern, which is provided by Montblanc's OEM
manufacturer. Steel thin-walled, light weight, and hollow center, the whole process of
producing barrel is almost the same level as real gun.
● The inner barrel is a precision one with 6.03mm.
● Nitrided manganese phosphate as surface treatment, which has double cost compared
to manganese. This makes the product no rust, and won't scratched.
● The gas consumption of M4 magazine is larger than G5's mag. M4 magazine can
shooting 1 and half mag a time in auto mode; 2 to 3 mags in semi mode.
10,5”
12.5”
14.5”
Product Features
1. New CNC machine bolt carrier : CNC process with heat treatment. Harder material and
smooth performance.
2. Improvement of bolt lock: made of new material (magnet design adoption); stronger and
more stable.
3. New version lightweight magazine: 35% weight reduction compared to the old
magazine.
(ver1 magazine weight: 661g / ver2 magazine weight: 400g)
Specifications:
● Length:
14.5": 770~860mm
12.5": 720~805mm
10.5": 690~770mm
● Inner barrel:
14.5": 375mm (Ø 6.03mm)
12.5": 300mm (Ø 6.03mm)
10.5": 265mm (Ø 6.03mm)
● Weight: 3150g
● Bullet: 6mm
● Capacity: 40 rounds, with lightweight version (400g) magazine.
● Power: 14.5" 120-130m/s (395-427fps), 12.5"/10.5" 110-120m/s (362-395fps)
● Power source: 12KG gas / CO2
● Engraving: Colt
● Year of manufacture: 2020
Product Feature
● New HOP-UP system, ver 6.0 new hammer, and stable bolt lock.
● Steel made bolt carrier & CNC fishbone rail.
● The main receiver is made of aluminum die-casting, which is high precision, high
stability and good strength.
● The stock is stronger and not easily broken.
● The bolt is adopted by impact-resistant material with a German made connect spring. It
is flexible, not easy to break, but easy removal and maintenance; which is also save gas
for high airtight characteristic.
● The barrel has very detailed heat sink pattern, which is provided by Montblanc's OEM
manufacturer. Steel thin-walled, light weight, and hollow center, the whole process of
producing barrel is almost the same level as real gun.
● The inner barrel is a precision one with 6.03mm.
● Nitrided manganese phosphate as surface treatment, which has double cost compared
to manganese. This makes the product no rust, and won't scratched.
● The gas consumption of M4 magazine is larger than G5's mag. M4 magazine can
shooting 1 and half mag a time in auto mode; 2 to 3 mags in semi mode.
GHK Models
The main difference between the normal model and the mod1 is that the MOD1 has an
KeyMod handguard installed from the factory. Internally it does use the same system as
all other v2 M4’s
* Update-list *
1. New CNC machine bolt carrier : CNC process with heat treatment. Harder material and
smooth performance.
2. Improvement of bolt lock: made of new material (magnet design adoption); stronger and
more stable.
3. New version lightweight magazine: 35% weight reduction compared to the old
magazine.
(ver1 magazine weight: 661g / ver2 magazine (GMAG style) weight: 376g)
Specifications:
● Rail:
MOD1: 9.5"
MOD2: 13"
● Barrel:
MOD1: 10.5"+265mm (ø 6.03mm)
MOD2: 14.5"+370mm (ø 6.03mm)
Product Feature:
● New HOP-UP system, ver 6.0 new hammer, and stable bolt lock.
● Steel made bolt carrier & CNC fishbone rail.
● The main receiver is made of aluminum die-casting, which is high precision, high
stability and good strength.
● The stock is stronger and not easily broken.
● The bolt is adopted by impact-resistant material with a German made connect spring. It
is flexible, not easy to break, but easy removal and maintenance; which is also save gas
for high airtight characteristic.
● The barrel has very detailed heat sink pattern, which is provided by Montblanc's OEM
manufacturer. Steel thin-walled, light weight, and hollow center, the whole process of
producing barrel is almost the same level as real gun.
● The inner barrel is a precision one with 6.03mm.
● Nitrided manganese phosphate as surface treatment, which has double cost compared
to manganese. This makes the product no rust, and won't scratched.
● The gas consumption of M4 magazine is larger than G5's mag. M4 magazine can
shooting 1 and half mag a time in auto mode; 2 to 3 mags in semi mode.
Magazine types:
Across time, GHK has made a variety of magazines. They’d vary in design and weight.
The version 1 was relatively heavy (700 grams) A lot has improved over time.
In this picture you can see the difference between the V1 STANAG mags and the tan
GMAG: (source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/G.H.K.owners/)
● Color: Black/Tan
● Type: Gas
● Capacity: 40 rounds.
● Compatible: GHK AR series (G5, M4)
● Material: Nylon fiber strengthening shell.
● Good performance with ultra lightweight (about 376g).
● Type: CO2
● Capacity: 40 rounds
● Net Weight: 700g
● Material: Metal made, nitriding manganese phosphate treatment surface.
● Compatible: WA system, GHK M4/PDW
● Type: Gas
● Capacity: 40 rounds
● Net Weight: 460g (The latest lightweight version; the previous one is 700g)
● Material: Metal made, nitriding manganese phosphate treatment surface.
● Compatible: WA system, GHK M4/G5.
compatibility
Upper receiver
Lower receiver
RS Compatible
Common Modifications
The DevilHunter Mod is designed to allow you to refill GHK AR and AK magazines with
liquid CO2. The original Mod is designed to allow players to refill the CO2 magazines
(refilling the CO2 capsule left in the magazine) but some people have done the Mod on
green gas magazines instead.
V2 has a CNC'ed BC that's heat treated. They've fixed their bolt catch problem and
added magnates to ensure full contact. Lastly it includes the new light weight mag.
Sources
Samoon: https://samoon.com.tw/
GHK: https://www.ghkairsoft.com/en/
Heavy Recoil Club: https://discord.gg/h6h7mBp
GHK / Samoon Airsoft GBB Owners group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/G.H.K.owners/
GHK m4 GBB Owners group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/629658420485846/
Notes:
To do:
Add: How to install capt. America hopup unit
Add
1. Apply the instant glue on magnet (red highlighted part in picture) and put it face down.
2. Apply the instant glue on thin plastic pad (red highlighted part in picture) and put it face
down.
3. You can assemble new bolt lock to receiver now.