CMMG 224 Valkyrie, Guard, 6.5 Creedmoor & Grendel - SHOT Show 2018 Day 1

Published on January 25, 2018
Duration: 6:09

This CMMG product showcase from SHOT Show 2018 highlights their new 224 Valkyrie rifle, emphasizing its long-distance capabilities with a 24-inch barrel and 1:8 twist rate. The video also details the CMMG Guard pistol caliber carbine, featuring a novel radial delayed blowback system for reduced recoil and smoother operation, compatible with Glock magazines. CMMG also mentions upcoming releases in 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 Grendel.

Quick Summary

The CMMG Guard pistol caliber carbine features a novel radial delayed blowback system, which uses a lighter bolt carrier group and standard AR-15 buffer to reduce felt recoil and improve follow-up shot speed. It is compatible with Glock magazines and available in 8-inch pistol and 16-inch rifle configurations.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction & CMMG at SHOT Show 2018
  2. 00:11Introducing the CMMG 224 Valkyrie
  3. 00:25224 Valkyrie: Muzzle Brake and Barrel Specs
  4. 00:49224 Valkyrie: M-LOK Handguard and Receiver Set
  5. 01:17224 Valkyrie: Furniture and Trigger (Geissele SSA)
  6. 01:30224 Valkyrie: Ambidextrous Safety and Charging Handle
  7. 01:59224 Valkyrie: Bolt Carrier Group and Bolt Specs
  8. 02:10224 Valkyrie: Magpul PRS Gen 3 Stock
  9. 02:23Introducing the CMMG Guard PCC
  10. 02:38Guard PCC: Barrel Lengths and Calibers (.45 ACP, 9mm)
  11. 02:47Guard PCC: Glock Magazine Compatibility
  12. 03:02Guard PCC: Magazine Release Design
  13. 03:11Guard PCC: Radial Delayed Blowback System Explained
  14. 03:37Guard PCC: BCG and Buffer Comparison
  15. 04:04Radial Delayed Blowback: How it Works
  16. 04:42Guard PCC: Last Round Bolt Hold Open Design
  17. 05:15Guard PCC: Configuration Options (Pistol/Rifle)
  18. 05:27CMMG 2018 Product Lineup Recap (6.5 Creedmoor, Grendel, 22 Nosler)
  19. 05:48Where to Find CMMG Products Online

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the CMMG 224 Valkyrie rifle?

The CMMG 224 Valkyrie is built for long-distance shooting, featuring a 24-inch 416 stainless barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, an SV muzzle brake, a 14-inch M-LOK handguard, a Geissele SSA trigger, and a Magpul PRS Gen 3 stock for enhanced accuracy and ergonomics.

How does the CMMG Guard's radial delayed blowback system work?

The radial delayed blowback system uses gas pressure to pivot and unlock the bolt lugs from the barrel extension. This controlled unlocking bleeds off sufficient pressure, allowing the system to then operate like a standard blowback, resulting in reduced felt recoil and smoother cycling.

What calibers are available for the CMMG Guard pistol caliber carbine?

The CMMG Guard pistol caliber carbine was initially released in .45 ACP and was later made available in 9mm. It is designed to accept standard Glock magazines, offering broad compatibility for ammunition feeding.

What other calibers did CMMG announce at SHOT Show 2018?

In addition to the 224 Valkyrie and Guard PCC, CMMG announced upcoming releases for 2018 in 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 Grendel, and 22 Nosler, expanding their rifle offerings for various shooting applications.

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