CALIFORNIA CAN'T BAN THIS - CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle

Published on June 24, 2024
Duration: 24:21

This comprehensive review of the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle by Reno May, an established reviewer specializing in restrictive state compliance, details its performance over 1,700 rounds. May highlights its 'featureless' design for legal compliance in states like California, its accuracy potential with specific ammunition, and its unique Remington 870 stock integration. He also addresses minor issues like loosening screws under heavy use, recommending Loctite for a more robust build.

Quick Summary

The CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle is California-legal due to its 'featureless' design, lacking banned components like pistol grips. Reno May's testing showed accuracy potential with specific loads and noted that screws may loosen under heat, recommending Loctite for reliability.

Chapters

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle legal in California?

The CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle is designed as a 'featureless' firearm. This means it lacks features typically banned in California, such as a pistol grip, adjustable stock, or flash hider, allowing it to comply with state regulations without modification.

How accurate is the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle?

During testing with 55gr PMC XTAC ammunition at 100 yards, the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle achieved groups between 1.75 and 2 inches. Performance varied with different ammunition types and as the rifle heated up.

What are the main advantages of the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle's design?

The BR4 Ranch Rifle combines a traditional rifle form factor with modern AR-15 components, including a non-reciprocating side-charging handle and compatibility with standard AR-15 magazines. Its 'featureless' design ensures legal compliance in restrictive states like California.

What potential issues were noted with the CMMG BR4 Ranch Rifle?

The primary issue identified was screws, specifically trigger pins and stock screws, loosening under high heat and vibration during sustained firing. The speaker recommended using Loctite to secure these components.

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