NRA Show 2012: Colt 3-Gun Rifle

Published on April 17, 2012
Duration: 2:40

This video introduces the Colt 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle, a new offering for 2012 designed for competitive shooters and precision AR enthusiasts. Key features include an 18-inch stainless barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, a Surefire muzzle brake that doubles as a suppressor adapter, and a patented adjustable gas system that can be tuned without tools. Colt guarantees sub-minute accuracy out of the box, with each rifle tested and shipped with a target.

Quick Summary

The Colt 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle, introduced in 2012, features an 18-inch .223 Wylde stainless barrel with a 1:8 twist, a Surefire muzzle brake/suppressor adapter, and a patented tool-less adjustable gas system. Colt guarantees sub-minute accuracy out of the box for this high-precision AR platform.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction with Ian Harrison & Dave Wilcox
  2. 00:17Introducing the Colt 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle
  3. 00:35Surefire Muzzle Brake and Suppressor Adapter
  4. 00:48Barrel Specifications: 18" Stainless, .223 Wylde, 1:8 Twist
  5. 00:56Patented Adjustable Gas System Explained
  6. 01:11Benefits of the Tool-less Adjustable Gas System
  7. 01:33Tuning the Gas System for Ammunition
  8. 01:53MSRP and Value Proposition
  9. 02:11Sub-Minute Accuracy Guarantee
  10. 02:23Concluding Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Colt 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle?

The Colt 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle features an 18-inch stainless barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, a Surefire muzzle brake that doubles as a suppressor adapter, and a patented tool-less adjustable gas system. It also comes with a sub-minute accuracy guarantee.

How does the adjustable gas system on the Colt 3-Gun Rifle work?

The patented adjustable gas system allows for on-the-fly tuning without tools. It offers 24 positions across four turns, locking every sixth of a turn, enabling shooters to optimize performance for different ammunition weights and suppressor use.

What is the barrel specification for the Colt 3-Gun Rifle?

The rifle is equipped with an 18-inch stainless steel barrel chambered in .223 Wylde. It features a 6-groove design with a 60-degree right-hand twist and a 1:8 twist rate, suitable for a variety of bullet weights.

Does Colt guarantee the accuracy of the 3-Gun Ready Competition Rifle?

Yes, Colt guarantees sub-minute accuracy for every rifle. Each rifle is tested before leaving the factory, and a target showing a group size under one inch at 100 yards is included with every firearm.

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