CG 80 Mauser Target Rifle 1 MOA All Day Long Challenge

Published on August 12, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This video details modifications made to a Carl Gustaf CG80 target rifle, originally a Swedish M1896 Mauser, for competition shooting. The rifle features a heavy German target barrel, a modified cocking piece for reduced lock time, improved adapter sights, and a free-floating stock. The presenter discusses accuracy challenges with 140-grain Sierra Match Kings and subsequent testing with Barnes Match Burners.

Quick Summary

The Carl Gustaf CG80 target rifle, a modified Swedish M1896 Mauser, features a heavy German barrel, reduced lock time cocking piece, adapter sights, and a free-floating stock. It achieved 1.67 MOA at 200 yards with Barnes Match Burners, improving to 1.35 MOA without a flyer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CG 80 Mauser Target Rifle
  2. 00:05Rifle Origins: Swedish M1896 Mauser
  3. 00:11Competition Modifications Explained
  4. 00:30Ammunition Issues: Sierra Match Kings
  5. 00:47Testing with Barnes Match Burners
  6. 00:54Accuracy Results at 200 Yards

Frequently Asked Questions

What modifications were made to the Carl Gustaf CG80 target rifle?

The CG80, originally a Swedish M1896 Mauser, features a heavy German target barrel, a modified cocking piece for reduced lock time, improved adapter sights, and its action is bedded into a free-floating stock for competition.

What ammunition issues were encountered with the CG80 Mauser?

The presenter experienced keyholing with 140-grain Sierra Match King bullets, indicating a potential problem with bullet stability or rifling compatibility in the rifle.

What were the accuracy results with Barnes Match Burner ammunition?

When tested at 200 yards, the CG80 rifle shot 1.67 MOA for 10 shots using Barnes Match Burner ammunition. Excluding a flyer, the group size was 1.35 MOA.

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