RA-535
Advanced Performance Trigger
The Ferrari of Triggers
You’ll stay on target easier and hit your follow-up shots faster than ever with the accuracy-improving RA-535 APT.
Why You’ll Love It
- Lightning-Fast Reset
- Virtually Zero Creep
- Flawlessly Crisp Break
- Pull Weight 3.5lbs.
- Made in the USA
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free 30-Day Returns
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With a crazy-fast reset, nearly nonexistent over-travel, and a smoother, crisper, lighter trigger pull, the RISE Armament RA 535 Advanced Performance Trigger (APT) helps you fire more quickly and accurately. It’s highly regarded as the best of our triggers. Now available with a black trigger blade, the RA-535 APT will not only improve the performance of your rifle, but the look of it as well. The single-stage trigger group is easy to install. It also includes free anti-rotation pins.
WHAT EXPERTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE RISE ARMAMENT RA 535
“Overtravel is admirably short, making precision shooting easier.” – Joseph Von Benedikt, Guns & Ammo: Book of the AR-15
“I like its performance as much as I like its looks” – James Tarr, Shotgun News
“This is going to make life a lot easier.” – Tom Claycomb III, American Shooting Journal
“The best-looking trigger on the market performs as good as it looks.” – Joseph Von Benedikt, Guns & Ammo: Book of the AR-15
Key Features
- Single-stage
- 3.5-lb. pull weight
- Unit weight: 2.3 oz.
- Quick reset for faster response time between shots
- Lightened trigger pull with super-crisp release to improve accuracy and increase target acquisition
- Combines straight trigger functionality and comfort with curved control
- Self-contained design makes it easy and quick to install with no fine-tuning needed
- Anti-rotation pins included
- Fits most 308 and .223 AR style platforms
- Manufactured and assembled in our facility according to strict AS9100 aerospace requirements, which are more stringent than standard gun manufacturing requirements
- Quality-assured with high-tech inspection equipment that can measure up to five decimal places—two beyond the standard and far more precise than the human eye can detect
- Precision CNC machined from high-grade, heat-treated tool steel and aluminum
- Contained in RISE Armament’s signature bright red 8625 hardcoat anodized aluminum housing
- To view installation instructions, watch our tutorial here or read our tutorial here
- Our products are backed by a lifetime guarantee. If you have any issues with a RISE Armament product, please email us at [email protected].
- The set screws in the housing should be used with any trigger pins
- Note: The center set screw should not be tampered with. Any attempts to modify the trigger will void the warranty.
- U.S. Patent No. 7,293,385
Best of SHOT Show. Recommended by World Class Competitors
The RA-535 APT, A.K.A. the Ferrari of Triggers, was the first product to launch under the RISE Armament brand. Revealed at SHOT Show 2015, it turned the trigger market on its head. It was recognized in multiple publications as one of the top products from that show.
Experience Nickel Teflon®
The RA-535 APT’s internal parts are coated with Nickel Teflon®. The coating leads to improved performance and protection that gets smoother the more it’s used.
UNIT WEIGHT
Skeltonize for 2.3oz
MATERIAL
Nickle Teflon for a non-stick premium performance
CONDITIONS
Corrosion and Wear Resistance
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this come with everything needed to complete the install?
Yes, the RA-535 APT includes everything needed, including anti-rotation pins, needed to install the trigger.
Will this trigger work with a 45-degree safety selector?
Yes, all RISE Triggers will work with a 45-degree safety selector.
What calibers are the RA-535 APT compatible with?
The RA-535 APT will fit into any mil-spec AR lower and work with .223/5.56, 300 BLK, .308, 6.5 Creedmoor, and other AR platform calibers.
Do you have any video instructions on the installation?
Customer Reviews
Ra 535 sucks
This trigger keeps giving me light primer strikes
My Honest Hands Down Review
I recently swapped out the stock trigger on my Smith & Wesson M&P15 Tactical (16-inch barrel, 1:8 twist), and dropped in the Rise Armament RA-535. Let me just say—this trigger completely transformed the feel of my rifle.
Installation was super easy. It’s a drop-in unit, so once I popped out the old mil-spec trigger, it took maybe 10-15 minutes to get the RA-535 installed and tightened down. No crazy gunsmithing needed. I used anti-walk pins just to keep everything locked in tight.
The first time I dry-fired it, I could already feel the difference. The break is insanely crisp, almost like a 1911-style break, and the reset is short and snappy. It’s got a flat face that I didn’t think I’d care about, but now I actually prefer it—it just feels solid and helps with control, especially on quick follow-ups.
I took it to the range and put about 300 rounds through it—zero hiccups. The faster reset made it really easy to stay on target, and it definitely tightened up my groupings a bit. Paired with the 1:8 twist barrel, it’s turning into a really accurate and fun setup.
Final thoughts:
If you’re on the fence about upgrading your AR’s trigger, this one’s worth it. It’s not the cheapest option out there, but if you want a major upgrade in performance and feel, the RA-535 delivers big time, and it beats out the G’s and the Lpd’s on price and performance in my opinion. Hope this helps. I would definitely buy another one in the future!
RA-535
Awesome trigger , beautiful color and great high quality material
Awesome product, I’ll be getting another one soon.
Best single stage trigger on the market
Bought and used them all. The most crisp money can buy.
