2G-ACM - CETME L - 125 Yard Rifle Burpees

Published on September 7, 2016
Duration: 10:53

This video details a two-gun match featuring custom-built CETME L rifles, focusing on a challenging 125-yard rifle burpee stage. The expert instruction highlights common CETME L issues, successful fixes like the 8mm Berdan case modification, and performance evaluations of iron sights versus a 4x Inoksa scope and bipod in a dynamic competition setting. Lessons learned emphasize the trade-offs between magnification and field of view for rapid target acquisition.

Quick Summary

The CETME L rifle, a Spanish firearm based on German roller-delayed blowback designs, often suffered from quality control issues, especially with springs. Effective fixes include using an 8mm Berdan case to increase hammer spring pressure or modifying an HK53 spring.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Range Intro & CETME L Match
  2. 00:27Rifle Identification: CETME L vs. HK BP9
  3. 00:41Custom CETME L Build Series
  4. 01:04CETME L Historical Reputation & Issues
  5. 01:21Common CETME L Problems & Fixes
  6. 01:43Hammer Spring Replacement (HK53)
  7. 01:59Rifle Configurations: Iron Sights vs. LV Scope
  8. 02:30Magazine Compatibility (USGI)
  9. 02:35CETME Development History (StG45 lineage)
  10. 03:16CETME L Replacement (HK G36)
  11. 03:20Match Stages Overview
  12. 03:41Stage 3 Description: Rifle Burpees
  13. 05:24Bipod Usage Discussion
  14. 07:37Stage 3 Completion & Initial Review
  15. 07:59Rifle Performance Review (Post-Fixes)
  16. 08:09Scope & Bipod Performance Analysis
  17. 09:09Ideal Conditions for Scope/Bipod
  18. 09:15Magnification vs. Irons: Field of View Issues
  19. 09:54Lessons Learned: Irons & Red Dots
  20. 10:00Scope Advantage at Distance
  21. 10:14Field of View Observation (IDPA Plate)
  22. 10:33Stage Results & Functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common issues with the CETME L rifle and how can they be fixed?

Common CETME L issues include poor quality control, particularly with springs, leading to weak hammer strikes. Fixes involve replacing the hammer spring with an HK53 spring (requiring modification) or using an 8mm Berdan case to increase spring pressure.

How did the 4x Inoksa scope perform on the CETME LV during a 125-yard competition stage?

The 4x Inoksa scope provided magnification for accurate hits at 125 yards. However, its narrow field of view was a disadvantage for fast target acquisition, making transitions difficult compared to iron sights or red dots.

What is the historical background of the CETME L rifle?

The CETME L is a Spanish 5.56x45mm NATO rifle derived from a WWII German roller-delayed blowback design (like the StG45). It was developed to avoid German licensing and was eventually replaced by the HK G36 in Spanish service.

What were the key takeaways from the 125-yard rifle burpee stage?

The stage tested rifle reliability and shooter skill under time pressure. While the modified CETME L rifles ran well, the narrow field of view of magnified optics hindered rapid target acquisition, highlighting the value of iron sights and red dots for speed.

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