ANG MAKABAGONG ARMAS NG PHILIPPINE ARMY (TAURUS T4 RIFLE)

Published on January 19, 2022
Duration: 21:59

This review of the Taurus T4 rifle, adopted by the Philippine Army, highlights its M4/AR-15 platform origins and Brazilian manufacturing. Key features include a durable Melonite-treated barrel with a 1:7 twist, an adjustable stock, and an approximately 4-pound trigger pull. Testing demonstrated impressive accuracy, achieving near 'one-hole' groups at 5 meters and 1-1.2 inch groups at 25 meters, making it a reliable and affordable choice for military and potentially civilian users.

Quick Summary

The Taurus T4 is a 5.56mm rifle manufactured in Brazil, adopted by the Philippine Army. It features a durable Melonite-treated barrel with a 1:7 twist, an adjustable stock, and an approximately 4-pound trigger pull. Accuracy tests demonstrated impressive results, achieving near 'one-hole' groups at 5 meters and tight 1-1.2 inch groups at 25 meters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Greetings
  2. 01:29Taurus T4 Unboxing
  3. 02:43Origin & Philippine Army Procurement
  4. 03:42Platform & Design (M4/AR-15)
  5. 04:52Barrel Specs: Durability & Twist Rate
  6. 05:58Ergonomics & Effective Range
  7. 09:02Trigger Pull & Initial Testing
  8. 11:05Sight Adjustment & Accuracy Test
  9. 12:1925-Meter Grouping Results
  10. 14:21Interchangeability & Customization Demo
  11. 20:32Conclusion, Pricing & Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Taurus T4 rifle and who uses it?

The Taurus T4 is a 5.56mm rifle manufactured in Brazil, based on the AR-15 platform. It has been adopted by the Philippine Army, with approximately 12,000 units ordered for troops.

What are the key technical specifications of the Taurus T4 rifle?

The Taurus T4 features a Chromoly Vanadium barrel with Melonite treatment, a 1 in 7" rate of twist, and a 16.5-inch barrel length. Its stock trigger pull is around 4 pounds, and it has an effective range of up to 550 meters.

How accurate is the Taurus T4 rifle?

Accuracy tests showed impressive results, with the rifle achieving near 'one-hole' grouping at 5 meters after sight adjustment. At 25 meters, it produced tight groups of approximately 1 to 1.2 inches, indicating good inherent accuracy.

What is the price of the Taurus T4 rifle?

The Taurus T4 is considered affordable. The government price is approximately $598 per unit, while it is available on the civilian market for around $1,200, making it a solid choice for new uniformed service members.

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