FRT Trigger FAQs Answers to your forced reset trigger questions

FRT stands for forced reset trigger. It is a semi-automatic trigger that uses the firearm’s own cycling action to push the trigger back to its reset position after every shot. You still pull the trigger once for each round. Read our full guide: What Is a Forced Reset Trigger?

You pull the trigger and one round fires. As the bolt carrier or slide cycles, the FRT uses that movement to push the trigger forward to its reset point and holds it there until the action has closed. Nothing fires until you pull the trigger again. See the step-by-step cycle in How Does a Forced Reset Trigger Work?

No. A machine gun fires more than one round with a single function of the trigger. A forced reset trigger fires one round per pull, and you must pull again for every shot. That is why federal law does not currently classify FRTs as machine guns.

No. A binary trigger fires one round when you pull and another when you release. A forced reset trigger fires only on the pull. The action forces the trigger back to reset, and nothing fires until you pull again.

An FRT trigger replaces your whole fire control group. A forced reset selector, such as the Atrius FRS or the AS Designs ARC-Fire V2, replaces only the safety selector and works with your existing trigger. Compare them in FRT Trigger Types.

Most FRTs we carry have three positions: Safe (the trigger cannot be pulled), Semi (works like a standard semi-automatic trigger) and FRT (forced reset mode). Some models, such as the Rare Breed FRT-15L2, use a 2-position selector instead.

It depends on your firearm and what you want. For the AR-15, the Rare Breed FRT-15L3 is the most established single-stage option, the FRT-15C3 gives a two-stage feel, and the Partisan Disruptor FRT is a popular drop-in cassette. If you like your current trigger, a forced reset selector may suit you better. Text us your setup and we’ll recommend one.

Under current federal law, forced reset triggers are not classified as machine guns. That position follows a 2024 federal court ruling and a May 2025 settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice and Rare Breed Triggers. State and local laws vary, and some states restrict or prohibit FRTs. This is general information, not legal advice.

We do not ship FRT triggers to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington and Washington, D.C.. Checkout blocks shipping addresses in these locations. See our state restrictions.

Our checkout will not accept a shipping address in a restricted location. If an order for a restricted address gets through, we cancel it and issue a full refund, including any shipping charges.

No. We ship only to the buyer’s address in a state where FRTs are legal, and we cannot ship to freight forwarders or reshipping services. Please don’t try to get around state restrictions.

No. Under current federal law, triggers and selectors are firearm parts, not firearms, so they ship directly to you without an FFL transfer. Always check your own state and local laws before ordering.

You must be at least 18 years old, and of legal age to own the product where you live, to order from us.

Most AR-15 FRTs drop into a standard mil-spec lower, but many also need a full-auto pattern bolt carrier group and won’t fit lowers with a sear block. Every product page lists its requirements. If you’re unsure, text us your lower and bolt carrier.

Many AR-15 FRTs, including Rare Breed, Partisan Disruptor and Trinity triggers, require a full-auto pattern (M16-profile) bolt carrier group. Some HK-specific triggers, such as the Rare Breed FRT-MR3 and FRT-RD3, work with the factory semi-auto carrier. Check the product page for your model.

Many manufacturers recommend a specific buffer weight, such as an H2 or H3, so the action cycles within the range the trigger is designed for. Recommendations are listed on each product page. Following them is the biggest factor in how reliably an FRT runs.

Yes. MARS makes complete FRT lowers for the HK SP5 and SP5K, Zenith ZF-5 and ZF-5K, PTR 9, MAC 5 and 5K, and MKE AP5 and AP5-P. Rare Breed’s FRT-RD3 fits HK MP5 and SP5 pattern firearms in AMBI or SEF grip frames. See HK & MP5 FRT.

Yes. We carry Texas Triggers kits for Glock Gen 1 to Gen 6 (except the Glock 44), the Freedom Finger 22TY for the Taurus TX22, and the Freedom Finger FRT for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0. See Glock FRT triggers.

Many drop-in AR-15 FRTs install like a standard fire control group. Handgun FRTs, such as Glock kits, usually need careful fitting, and installation by a qualified gunsmith is recommended. If you’re not comfortable working on fire control parts, always use a gunsmith.

Installing aftermarket parts can affect your firearm manufacturer’s warranty. Check with your firearm’s manufacturer if that matters to you. Most rifle FRTs are drop-in, so you can usually reinstall your original trigger later.

Add your products to the cart, go to checkout, enter your shipping details and pay. You’ll receive an order confirmation email straight away, and a tracking number once your order ships.

All accepted payment methods are shown at checkout. Card payments are handled securely by our payment processor, and we never see or store your full card number.

Sales tax, where it applies, is calculated at checkout based on your shipping address.

Yes, as long as it hasn’t shipped yet. Text or email us as soon as possible with your order number. Cancelled orders are refunded in full.

Yes. Every product we sell is new and ships in its original manufacturer packaging, with everything it came with, such as selectors, pins and tools.

Yes. The Partisan Disruptor FRT is available in 2-packs and 3-packs at a lower price per trigger. See Multi-Packs, or contact us about larger orders.

Standard shipping is free on every order, with no minimum. Express shipping is calculated at checkout and usually costs $25 to $35.

Orders ship from Wichita Falls, Texas within 1 to 2 business days. Standard delivery then takes 3 to 5 business days, and express takes 1 to 2 business days.

Yes. Standard shipping always works with a PO Box. If the express service for your order can only deliver to a street address, we’ll contact you before your order ships.

We email your tracking number as soon as your order ships. You can also check your order status in your account.

No. We currently ship within the United States only.

If your package arrives damaged, contact us within 3 days of delivery with photos. If tracking hasn’t updated for 5 business days, or your order hasn’t arrived within 10 business days of shipping, contact us and we’ll open a claim with the carrier. Full details are on our Shipping & Delivery page.

You can return unused, uninstalled items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery. Read the full Refund Policy.

No. Once a forced reset trigger or other fire control part has been installed or fired, it can’t be returned unless it’s defective. If you’re unsure about fit, ask us before installing it.

There is no restocking fee on unopened items. Opened but uninstalled items have a 15% restocking fee. Damaged, wrong or defective items are never charged a fee.

Refunds go back to your original payment method within 5 to 7 business days of your return arriving and passing inspection.

Contact us first. We’ll help you check whether it’s a compatibility issue, and if it’s a genuine defect, we’ll replace it or help you with the manufacturer’s warranty claim.

Text us at (940) 217-4704. Texting is the fastest way to reach us, and we can reply with links and details you can keep. You can also email [email protected].

We recommend texting rather than calling. It lets us answer with product links, compatibility details and tracking numbers, and reply even while we’re packing orders.

We usually reply to texts and emails within one business day.

FRT Trigger LLC is based in Wichita Falls, Texas, and every order ships from here. See our Contact Us page for a map.