Bad and Good - RAS47 Review - American made AK

Published on April 19, 2015
Duration: 5:48

The AK Operators Union review of the American-made Century Arms RAS47 highlights its accurate 4150 nitride barrel but reveals significant reliability issues under stress. Despite passing a car run-over test, the rifle failed repeatedly during sand, concrete drop, and water submersion tests, exhibiting failures to feed and eject. The overall assessment is that while the barrel quality is good, the rifle's durability and reliability are disappointing for demanding use.

Quick Summary

The Century Arms RAS47 review highlights its accurate 4150 Nitride barrel but reveals poor reliability under stress. It failed repeatedly in sand, concrete drop, and water tests, showing FTF and FTE issues, despite passing a car run-over test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 00:38Push-up & Accuracy Test
  3. 00:58Car Run-Over Test
  4. 01:26Sandstorm Test
  5. 02:20Concrete Drop Test
  6. 03:53River/Creek Test
  7. 04:43Final Assessment & Accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key findings from the AK Operators Union review of the Century Arms RAS47?

The RAS47 features an accurate 4150 Nitride barrel but suffers from poor reliability under stress. It failed repeatedly in sand, concrete drop, and water tests, showing FTF and FTE issues, despite passing a car run-over test.

How did the Century Arms RAS47 perform in the sandstorm test?

During the sandstorm test, sand was poured directly into the rifle's action while firing. This resulted in multiple failures to feed (FTF) within the first few rounds, indicating significant vulnerability to abrasive contaminants.

What was the outcome of the concrete drop test on the RAS47?

When dropped from waist height onto a concrete slab, the RAS47 experienced repeated failures to eject (FTE). This suggests potential damage to the extractor or other critical components affecting spent casing removal.

Is the Century Arms RAS47 considered reliable for self-defense or tactical use based on this review?

Based on the extensive stress testing, the RAS47's reliability is questionable for demanding tactical or self-defense scenarios. While accurate, its performance degradation under adverse conditions raises concerns about its dependability.

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