Best CAI AK"47" - NEW milled MB47

Published on November 3, 2024
Duration: 11:52

The Century Arms MB47, a joint venture with Sharps Bros, features a milled receiver, free-floating M-LOK handguard, and a fluted barrel chambered in 7.62x39mm. The rifle demonstrates impressive accuracy and reliability, capable of hitting targets at 600 yards with standard Wolf ammunition. It handles well, even with accessories like a suppressor, and exhibits minimal felt recoil.

Quick Summary

The Century Arms MB47, a collaboration with Sharps Bros, features a milled receiver, free-floating M-LOK handguard, and a fluted barrel in 7.62x39mm. It demonstrates impressive accuracy, successfully hitting targets at 600 yards with standard Wolf ammunition, and offers exceptional reliability with zero stoppages across various ammo types.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: MB47 Joint Venture
  2. 00:04Key Features: Milled Receiver, M4 Stock Adapter, Free Float Handguard
  3. 00:12Fluted Barrel and Threading (5/8x24)
  4. 00:36600 Yard Accuracy Demonstration
  5. 00:55Using Standard Wolf Ammunition
  6. 01:34Repeating Shots with Changing Wind Conditions
  7. 01:57Wolf 7.62x39mm Performance
  8. 02:02Brand New Rifle from Century Arms
  9. 02:13AKs Can Reach Extended Ranges
  10. 02:33Rifle Handling and Balance
  11. 02:40Weight and Basic Setup (Over 8 Pounds)
  12. 03:07Suppressor Use: HAWK WORKS Flow 7.62 Can
  13. 03:15Zero Back Pressure with Suppressor
  14. 03:26Critique: Lack of Adjustable Gas Regulator
  15. 03:53Soft Shooting and Performance Without Suppressor
  16. 04:04Cycling and Reliability: Zero Stoppages
  17. 04:13Testing with Various Ammunition Types
  18. 04:31Precision and Accuracy of the Rifle
  19. 05:08Outstanding Decision: Side Rail to Milled Receiver
  20. 05:12US Palm Rail Free Floated Claim
  21. 05:16UltiMAK Integration with Rail
  22. 05:34Absence of Front Retainer Bracket
  23. 05:41Gas Tube Connection to Rail and Gas Block
  24. 05:53Free-Floated Design Assessment
  25. 05:56Shooting with and Without Bipod: Point of Impact
  26. 06:15Reason for Milled Receiver Choice
  27. 06:25Milled Receiver Reduces Production Pains
  28. 06:38Century Arms Quality Control
  29. 06:55Expectation of Top-Notch Out-of-the-Box Quality
  30. 07:04Price Point: Over $1,600 MSRP
  31. 07:24High Price for AK Style Rifle
  32. 07:31Included Features: M4 Stock Adapter, M-LOK Handguard
  33. 07:47Cost of Custom Build vs. MB47
  34. 08:04Appealing to AK Style Weapon Enthusiasts
  35. 08:15Departure from Traditional AK Design
  36. 08:34Recommendation for Potential Buyers
  37. 08:40Maximizing 7.62x39mm Potential
  38. 08:53Performance with Any Ammunition Type
  39. 09:03Muzzle Velocity Standard Deviation Data
  40. 09:19Low Double-Digit FPS Variance
  41. 09:24Single-Digit FPS with Wolf Hollow Points
  42. 09:35Testament to Barrel's Ammunition Handling
  43. 09:46Summary: Best Century Arms Rifle Seen
  44. 09:56Fun Shooting Experience
  45. 10:04Future Use on the Farm
  46. 10:06Use Against Coyotes and Other Creatures
  47. 10:12Potential for Hunting Larger Animals
  48. 10:22Confidence Past 600 Yards
  49. 10:28Potential Limit of 700-800 Yards with Scope
  50. 10:37Pushing 7.62x39mm to Maximum
  51. 10:48Effective at 300-500 Yards
  52. 10:58Devastating Against Small Game
  53. 11:02Long-Term Farm Work
  54. 11:08Praise for Basic Usage
  55. 11:16Surprised by Performance
  56. 11:19Best Century Arms Rifle to Date
  57. 11:27Century Arms Outdid Themselves
  58. 11:33So Far So Good
  59. 11:37Not a Traditional Looking Rifle
  60. 11:43Should Be on Your Radar
  61. 11:47Thank You for Watching

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Century Arms MB47 rifle?

The Century Arms MB47 features a milled receiver, an M4 stock adapter, a free-floating M-LOK handguard, and a fluted barrel threaded 5/8x24. It is chambered in 7.62x39mm and is designed for enhanced accuracy and reliability.

Can the Century Arms MB47 shoot accurately at long distances?

Yes, the reviewer demonstrated the ability to hit targets at 600 yards with the MB47 using standard Wolf 7.62x39mm ammunition. This challenges the common perception of AK-pattern rifle range limitations.

How reliable is the Century Arms MB47 with different types of ammunition?

The MB47 exhibited exceptional reliability, with zero stoppages or malfunctions reported even when using older, lower-quality ammunition like steel-cased Wolf and other surplus rounds. Its barrel also showed consistent muzzle velocities.

What is the reviewer's overall assessment of the Century Arms MB47?

The reviewer considers the MB47 to be the best Century Arms rifle they have encountered to date. They praise its accuracy, reliability, handling, and overall performance, stating it pushes the 7.62x39mm cartridge to its maximum potential.

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