CALIFORNIA CAN'T BAN THIS - CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle

Published on June 24, 2024
Duration: 24:21

The CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle offers a California-legal, traditional rifle form factor utilizing CMMG Dissent uppers. It supports multiple calibers including 5.56/.223, 9mm, .22 ARC, 6mm ARC, and .300 Blackout. While featuring a smooth trigger and non-reciprocating charging handle, it can get very hot during sustained fire and may require Loctite for certain screws.

Quick Summary

The CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle is California-legal due to its 'featureless' design, including a fixed stock and muzzle brake. It's available in 5.56/.223, 9mm, .22 ARC, 6mm ARC, and .300 Blackout, with an MSRP of $1,899.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Shooting Footage
  2. 01:19CMMG BR4 Product Overview
  3. 03:01Testing Background & Disclaimers
  4. 04:12Available Caliber Options
  5. 05:01Stock & Optic Configuration
  6. 06:00Charging Handle & Ergonomics
  7. 07:45Controls & Reloading
  8. 09:58Safety Selector
  9. 11:18Trigger Performance
  10. 12:06California Compliance Explained
  11. 13:01Accuracy Testing Results
  12. 14:57The Sub-MOA Challenge
  13. 16:13Shooting Experience & Heat Issues
  14. 18:02Technical Issues: Loose Screws
  15. 19:29Market Positioning & Price

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle legal in California?

Yes, the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle is designed to be California legal. It features a 'featureless' configuration, including a fixed stock and a muzzle brake instead of a flash hider, adhering to the state's assault weapon ban requirements without needing additional modifications.

What calibers are available for the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle?

The CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle is available in multiple calibers, including 5.56/.223, 9mm (using AR conversion magazines), .22 ARC, 6mm ARC, and .300 Blackout. Future variants in .308 or 6.5 Creedmoor are also anticipated.

What are the main ergonomic features of the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle?

The rifle features a non-reciprocating side-charging handle, typically on the left for right-handed shooters, and an ambidextrous magazine release. It lacks an ambidextrous bolt catch/release, and the safety selector is a reversible push-button design.

What accuracy can be expected from the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle?

During testing at 100 yards, the rifle showed its best accuracy with 55gr PMC XTAC ammunition, producing 10-round groups between 1.75 and 2 inches. Other tested loads yielded similar or slightly larger groups, especially as the barrel heated up.

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