Description
The Leapers UTG AR15 Ambidextrous 45/90 Safety Selector is one of those small upgrades that changes how a rifle feels every time you pick it up. It swaps out the plain mil-spec selector for a two-sided setup with oversized levers, so you get a positive thumb sweep whether you shoot right-handed, left-handed, or from your weak side around a barricade. The build pairs aircraft-grade aluminum levers with a steel center shaft, and the whole thing wears a matte black hard anodized finish that blends right in with a blacked-out lower.
Setting Up the UTG 45/90 Selector Your Way
The party trick here is configurability. The steel drum lets you run either a full 90-degree throw like a standard AR safety or a snappier 45-degree short throw that's quicker to flick off under your thumb. The levers are reversible too, with a longer paddle and a shorter one included, so you can put the big lever where you want it and drop the stubby one on the trigger-finger side to keep it out of the way. It's genuinely modular, which is rare at this price point.
What You Get in the UTG Ambidextrous Selector Kit
Leapers doesn't make you scrounge for parts. The kit ships complete with the selector, both levers, a fresh detent and spring, the screws, and a Torx wrench to get it done. That means you're not fishing your old detent out of the receiver and hoping it survives the swap. Install is straightforward and most folks knock it out in a few minutes at the bench, though a dab of blue thread locker on the lever screws is a smart move to keep things tight over a long range session.
Real-World Feel on Your AR-15
Folks who've run this selector tend to point out the same things: the short-throw setting feels crisp, the oversized levers are easy to hit with gloves on, and it can actually tighten up a sloppy factory selector fit. It works across mil-spec AR-15 rifles and pistols, and it looks sharp doing it. For a budget-friendly ambi upgrade that punches above its weight, this UTG selector is a solid pick.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Leapers (UTG)
- Manufacturer Part Number: TLT-TKSLT
- Model: AR15 Ambidextrous 45/90 Safety Selector
- UPC: 4717385555846
- Color: Matte Black
- Finish: Hard Anodized
- Lever Material: Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
- Shaft Material: Steel
- Throw Configuration: 45 or 90 Degree Configurable
- Levers: Reversible Short and Long Oversized
- Operation: Ambidextrous
- Weight: 0.6 oz
- Fits: Mil-Spec AR-15 Rifles and Pistols
What’s Included
- AR15 Ambidextrous 45/90 Safety Selector (Matte Black)
- Long oversized lever
- Short oversized lever
- Safety selector detent
- Safety selector spring
- Mounting screws/hardware
- Torx installation wrench
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set the UTG 45/90 selector to a short throw?
Yes. The steel drum is configurable, so you can run it as a standard 90-degree throw or set it up as a 45-degree short throw. The shorter sweep lets you flick the safety off faster with your thumb, and swapping between the two is part of the install process.
Does this ambidextrous safety work for left-handed shooters?
It does. The selector is fully ambidextrous with controls on both sides of the lower, so lefties, righties, and anyone shooting from their weak side get an easy thumb sweep. The levers are reversible too, so you can position the longer and shorter paddles wherever they feel best.
What comes in the box, and do I need extra parts to install it?
The kit is complete out of the box. You get the selector, both oversized levers, a new detent and spring, the screws, and a Torx wrench. You won't need to reuse your old detent, though a drop of blue thread locker on the lever screws is a good idea to keep them from backing out.
Will this fit my AR-15?
The selector is built for mil-spec AR-15 rifles and pistols, so it drops into standard lowers. Users have fit it to a wide range of platforms with good results. If your lower runs true mil-spec dimensions, you're in good shape.




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