Importation & Verification of Firearms, Ammunition and Implements of War
Self Loading Action (Semiautomatic)
Note: The Self-loading action is utilized in the design and function of rifles, shotguns and pistols. This illustration exhibits the primary characteristics of a rifle but most component parts are applicable in a revised configuration to both the shotgun and pistol categories. The pistol configuration does differ significantly (see separate illustration).
![A diagram showing various parts of a self loading action weapon and their defined names: the operating handle, forearm cap, grip cap, etc.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20120928162856im_/http://www.atf.gov/graphics/firearms/importation-guidebook/terms-self-loading-action.jpg)
Group | Description |
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Group (1) | Three magazine configurations available on this type action. A-Hinged, B-Detachable, C&D-Tubular (Front and Rear) |
Group (2) | Four various safety configurations which may appear on the available models. A-Crossbolt (front or rear), B-Top Tang, C-Trigger Guard |
Group (3) | Two buttstock appointments available in this group. A-Recoil Pad, B-Buttplate |
Group (4) | Two barrel configurations which may appear on this type action. A-Smooth Bore, B-Rifled |