Ready to take your DIY gun building to a new frontier? Presenting the SpaceGat 22—a sci-fi styled .22 pistol that’s out of this world! Crafted for AR enthusiasts, this printable upper and lower receiver kit will have you ready to conquer the galaxy (or at least the range). Designed by the legendary Booligan, this lightweight yet sturdy setup uses a CMMG BCG and Barrel. Grab your tools and let’s get building!
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Booligan SG22. Flawless. pic.twitter.com/Ij01sS00ce
— Texas Ralph (@p80ralph) November 22, 2021
Yes, it runs great in this SG22 build!
— Texas Ralph (@p80ralph) June 22, 2024
Had this thing for almost 3 years, put over 2k rounds through it, and it’s still going strong https://t.co/2wHGlCT3sB pic.twitter.com/eVegLOw9To
SG22 AR-15/22 Technical Specs
- Caliber: .22LR
- Design: AR pattern pistol
- Receivers: Printable upper and lower
- Compatibility: CMMG Bolt Carrier Group with 4.5″ Barrel
- Weight: Light enough to make your blaster buddies jealous
SG22 AR-15/22 Parts List
Components
- CMMG Bolt Carrier Group with 4.5″ Barrel (22D5B6E)
- AR Lower Parts Kit (LPK) – minus Bolt Catch, roll pin, spring, buffer detent, and spring. Optional: Ivan’s printable Fire Control Group (FCG)
- AR Charging Handle – Preferably CMMG model designed to avoid .22 casings jams. If using a standard one, print the included charging handle insert.
- CMMG Style Magazine – or print your own if you’re feeling adventurous!
Hardware
- Drill Bits: 1/4″, 5/32″, 15/64″, and 3/8″
- 1/4-28 Tap (strongly recommended)
- 1/4″x 2″ Clevis Pin for hinge
- 1/16″ Cotter Pin or key ring to secure the bottom of the pin
- Stock Ender 3 Bed Spring or 5/16×1-11/16 compression spring (Part #88247)
- M6 or M5 x 30 Socket Head Bolt for the hinge to picatinny mount (or any similar size)
Tools
- 3D Printer: Calibrate your x, y, and z-axis stepper motors to 100% accuracy.
- Filament: eSUN PLA+ recommended for receivers and barrel nut. High-quality PLA is usable for other parts.
- Sanding Tools: For smoothing out printed parts and fitting assemblies.
SG22 AR-15/22 Build Instructions
And there you have it, space cadets! With the SpaceGat 22, you’re not just building a gun; you’re crafting a piece of the future.
Follow the instructions, print with precision, and soon you’ll be the proud owner of a sci-fi styled .22 pistol that’s sure to impress. Remember, patience and accuracy are your best friends in this build.
Keep it safe, have fun, and may your prints be flawless!
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