The Hoffman Tactical (designed) Super Safety with flat trigger is a 3-position active reset selector for AR-15 — the most popular super safety for AR-15 on the market. It adds forced reset capability. In stock and ships fast from an authorized dealer.
✓ Legal in Almost all States — The Hoffman Tactical Super Safety is an enhanced safety selector — Very little state-level restrictions and no federal compliance issues. Ships many places in the USA.
What Is the Hoffman Tactical Super Safety?
The Hoffman Tactical Super Safety is a 3-position active reset selector system for AR-15 mil-spec lowers. It replaces your standard 2-position safety selector with a 3-position system — Safe, Semi-Auto, and Active Reset — that uses a cam-and-lever mechanism to push the trigger forward and force a reset as the bolt carrier group cycles.
The result: faster follow-up fire than any standard mil-spec trigger allows, without replacing your hammer, trigger, disconnector, or springs. The Super Safety flat trigger variant pairs this selector system with a flat trigger face — preferred by many shooters for more consistent finger placement and a cleaner break feel.
Unlike a full drop-in FRT cassette, the Hoffman Super Safety works with a cam and lever
Flat vs Curved Super Safety: The flat trigger face provides a consistent, straight contact point that many competition shooters prefer. If you're accustomed to curved trigger faces or prefer a more traditional feel, see our Hoffman Tactical Super Safety with curved trigger →
Hoffman Tactical Super Safety — Full Specs
Specification
Detail
System Type
3-position active reset selector — enhanced safety
Trigger Face
Flat trigger — straight face profile
Selector Positions
Safe / Semi-Auto / Active Reset (3-position)
Platform
AR-15 mil-spec lower — standard safety selector hole
Installation
Selector swap + pre-cut trigger installation
Trigger Group
Flat
BCG Requirement
No specific BCG required — sometimes works with standard AR-15 BCG
Buffer Requirement
H2-H3 recommended
Manufacturing
100% USA-made
Legal Status
Legal in most states
Lower Modification
Minimal — trigger pre-cut comes in kit
How the Super Safety Flat Trigger Works
The Hoffman Tactical Super Safety replaces your standard safety selector with a 3-position mechanism. Here's how the active reset position works:
Safe position — standard safe, trigger blocked
Semi-auto position — standard semi-auto, your existing trigger fires and resets manually as normal
Active reset position — as the BCG cycles, the Super Safety cam contacts your trigger and pushes it forward, mechanically forcing reset before the bolt returns to battery
The flat trigger face in this configuration gives you a consistent, straight contact point across the full trigger pull — reducing the tendency to push shots that curved trigger faces can create when finger placement varies between shots.
Super Safety vs Full FRT Trigger — Which Is Right for You?
Buy the Super Safety if: You want to add active reset capability to your existing trigger group without replacing it. Lower cost of entry, simpler part count, legal in most states, no BCG or buffer upgrade required. Ideal if you already have a quality buffer installed you want to keep.
Buy the Partisan Disruptor FRT if: You want the highest cyclic rate, maximum reset consistency, and a fully self-contained system. The Disruptor replaces the entire trigger group with a matched cassette and achieves ~1,150 RPM in FRT mode.
Run both: The Super Safety is fully compatible with all ar-15. Many shooters run the Disruptor cassette vs the Super Safety selector for maximum versatility.
The Hoffman Designed Super Safety flat trigger installation requires:
Pre-cut trigger — your existing trigger needs a selector shelf cut to allow the Super Safety cam to interface correctly. Many Super Safety kits include a pre-cut trigger — the easiest path (just like ours does)
Safety selector removal — remove your existing 2-position selector completely
Cam, lever, and detent installation — install the Super Safety components in the selector pocket
Detent modification — the safety detent requires modification to accommodate the 3-position system
Function check — verify all three positions before loading
Total install time: 20-30 minutes for a first-time install. No BCG swap, no buffer swap, no lower modification beyond the selector pocket and detent.
Why Buy From ARTakedownTool.com
Authorized DealerOfficial authorized dealer for Hoffman Tactical designed triggers. Genuine USA-made product, direct dealer support.
In Stock — Ships FastSuper Safety flat trigger in stock now. Ships from our USA warehouse with fast turnaround.
Legal in All most StatesNo compliance verification needed — the Super Safety ships to almost all states with no restrictions.
USA-Made Only BrandWe only carry 100% USA-made products. The Hoffman Tactical Super Safety meets that standard.
Full Product RangeWe carry the full Hoffman designed Tactical lineup — flat trigger, curved trigger, and all supporting hardware.
Expert SupportQuestions about compatibility or installation? We answer our own customer service. Real support, not a ticket system.
I ordered this thinking I would beat the next stupid ban. So the trigger arrived very fast, just a few days, and I didn't pay for the extra shipping charge for getting it faster. Wasn't needed in my case. This was so easy to install a blind person could do it. Then I took it to the range and I expected it not to work like it was described. OMG did my face light up! Burned up two magazines in less than 10 seconds I think. And is still safe, and it retains the semi auto, or one shot per pull capability. I'm buying more for my other AR's now.
Store owner replied:
Hey,
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your second Partisan Disruptor FRT Trigger for AR-15 – Drop-In System (USA Made) is delivering flawless operation! It's fantastic to know you're enjoying the product so much that you've come back for another, and your recommendation truly means the world to us.
Our aim is always to provide high-quality gear that enhances your experience, especially for those who appreciate consistent performance.
Thanks again for your incredible support and we look forward to serving your needs in the future!
It went great. Easy to install and it worked with all my stock parts.
Store owner replied:
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We're thrilled to hear that your 100% USA Made Super Safety with Flat Trigger went great! It's fantastic to know that the installation was easy and that it worked seamlessly with all your stock parts. Your positive experience is exactly what we aim for at The Takedown Tools.
Your feedback highlights our dedication to providing top-quality, compatible accessories for our valued customers.
Thanks again for your wonderful review and for being a part of The Takedown Tools family. We hope to see you back for your next upgrade!
It wasn't exactly what I was expecting but I gave it a try. The installation video sucks because I couldn't see what he was doing but I ended up getting it. You have to learn how to run it as there's a little bit of a trick to it but once you do that it's fun to use.
First time using the Disruptor drop-in trigger I couldn't get it to work, even after swapping in an H2 buffer. This H3 heavy-duty spring combo finally did the trick. Rifle is an older S&W Sport II. Suppressor is SilencerCo Velos 556. Very happy with the result and looking forward to adding Disruptor FRT and this buffer/spring to at least two more rifles.
Had some initial issues with the trigger but customer service was easy to get ahold of and took care of me. Shipping was super fast, and everything is working as intended now. I wouldn’t think twice about ordering from them again.
Store owner replied:
Hey Joel,
This is GREAT to hear, and glad it was super easy
The FRT dropped right in and ran wonderfully! It cycled 22 rounds in roughly 2 seconds.
My son's first experience firing anything like this and he absolutely loved it.
I highly recommend this product for your TX22.
Safe, Semi, FRT. Until you experience it, you just don’t know what it’s like. But once you do know, you’ll want more. An addiction that is backed by the Constitution. 2A for LIFE.
Worked amazingly. Was everything I hoped it would be. Would definitely recommend these guys to anyone looking to purchase firearms accessories. Had a couple small order issues in the past and they were handled very quickly and expertly. As a result I try to give them as much of my business as possible.
Super easy to install, runs smooth and without failure in a completely stock $500 American tactical AR, there are plenty of videos showing how to install it. Would and am buying this trigger kit again, and pairing it with a lighter spring kit, there isn’t any weird quirks with it, I simply installed it with some oil and my factory pins and springs and it worked without polishing or any other modifications. Super happy with it!
Store owner replied:
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We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you found the AS Designs ARC Fire Trigger | AR-15 Forced Reset Trigger | Ambi Safety super easy to install and that it's running smoothly in your stock American Tactical AR! It's fantastic to know you appreciate the straightforward installation process and the reliable performance without any modifications needed. We truly value your feedback, especially hearing that you're so happy with your purchase.
Your positive experience truly motivates us, and we are always striving to provide exceptional products that meet your needs seamlessly.
Thanks again for your support, and we look forward to serving you with your next trigger kit and lighter spring setup.
Straight drop in, no modifications. Ran great no issues yet
Functioned fantastically. I absolutely recommend a heavier buffer. I have a Ruger AR lower and it fit perfectly. Really really enjoys the metal mags. Had loading issues, disappeared when I swapped to metal mags. Selector switch works slightly better than original. I used a extra spring I had laying around and got an H3 buffer. Make sure you have the full auto BCG or this product will not function.
I ended up needing something slightly lighter to run the G Lever FRS, but the H2.5 is probably a good option for a suppressed build with more back pressure
Had to do a minor tweak to tappet wire but other than that it was a drop in kit. Seems to be made of quality steel. We all are now having great fun with it.
My first ARC-Fire ran like a champ! I never had a hiccup or problem, and everyone on the range stared like I was a criminal...🤣 It was the V1, and man I was happy. Then all of a sudden...
I watched a video that showcased the ARC-Fire V2, with a 0-45°-90° ambi selector, and I had to have one. After all, it was going in my HK MR556 A4, and it has the markings on the lower for a 0°-45° selector, and I, of course, wanted it to match. So I bought one...
While visiting AS Designs website, I noticed they sold HK style selector levers for their ARC-Fire V2. So I bought some...
You CANNOT go wrong with this company! Their products are, in my and many others opinion, the best FRT on the market today! Just go to YouTube and pull up a 'Juicy Media' video, and he demonstrates a bunch of different brands of FRT and explains the pros/cons of the others, and explains why he prefers AS Designs!
5 MF'ing ☆'s~!!!
This enhanced semi-auto trigger is amazing the install was easy the function is great the only thing would be you need a t10 tool of your own to hold the other side. But overall 10/10 this mad my cheap Anderson ar turn heads!!!
Store owner replied:
Hey,
We're thrilled to hear that your 100% USA Made Super Safety with Flat Trigger went great! It's fantastic to know that the installation was easy and that it worked seamlessly with all your stock parts. Your positive experience is exactly what we aim for at The Takedown Tools.
Your feedback highlights our dedication to providing top-quality, compatible accessories for our valued customers.
Thanks again for your wonderful review and for being a part of The Takedown Tools family. We hope to see you back for your next upgrade!
Had some initial issues with the trigger but customer service was easy to get ahold of and took care of me. Shipping was super fast, and everything is working as intended now. I wouldn’t think twice about ordering from them again.
I haven't got a chance to put it together or anything it seems to be very high quality.
We had a small shipping error that occurred however customer service was very quick and ready to resolve my issues I'm very satisfied with takedown tools 9/10 will buy again.
I put this in a 16 ' psa chambered in 5.56, just for shiggles. I was immediately blown away by the unadulterated freedom available to me, literally at the push of a button. Quality parts at an amazing price. It took 8 minutes to install, that's it. 8 minutes to put in, I verified everything was working correctly, loaded up 15 rnds because I was being a puss, and then ran them all in about 1.5 sec. LOVE IT!!!!
Great price, and shipped super fast. It was super easy to install and worked flawlessly on my blackout 300. I love the flat trigger. Great bang for your buck, I highly recommend.
I have an Anderson Arms lower, a decent BCG, and decent buffer. All I had to do was install the flat trigger the kit came with. When I tell you it runs well, please believe me. I couldn’t stop smiling as I emptied mag after mag. The older ladies and gentlemen at my range came and took vids of me firing and said “it looks like you’re having fun” lol. I’ve put a little over 330 rounds through it without any flaws or alterations.
I haven't done a live fire test yet . The function test is 100%. Installed easily had to slightly file/sand the uncut side of the supplied trigger as the safety cam was contacting it slightly. It kept me from inserting the safety cam through the safety hole in the lower receiver it should slide right in. It is a cheap Anderson lower so it might be slightly lower than spec. Who knows the super safety functions 100% after that easy mod
Although I haven't gotten back to the range since I got the heavier buffer, but it installed easy and did let me get a few burst shots off. Will be working on it this weekend hopefully.
Placed in a 7.5 inch 5.56 with an H2 buffer and it runs flawlessly. Will probably get 3 more. One for a AR 9, one for a 10.5 inch 5.56, and maybe one for a JTS AR12m with an adapter just for fun.
Works as advertised. Only the rectangle washer is very confusing. Easy to install. Got here it seems like the day before I ordered it was such fast shipping. Kept me informed the whole process.
Ordered two, originally received one. Customer service was top notch. As for a review of the unit, it works great for me with an h2 buffer. It took a little dialing in with an adjustable gas block but it seems reliable on a clean rifle! Thanks!