Gun Of The Week: Ruger LC Carbine In .45 ACP

Published on December 20, 2024
Duration: 3:54

This video reviews the Ruger LC Carbine chambered in .45 ACP, highlighting its compact design, suppressor-friendly features, and magazine compatibility with Glock 21 pattern magazines. The review emphasizes its suitability for shooters seeking a .45 ACP carbine, particularly for suppressed use due to the subsonic nature of most .45 ACP ammunition.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP is highlighted for its compact design and suitability as a suppressor host, as most .45 ACP loads are subsonic. It accepts Glock 21 pattern magazines, offering a 13-round capacity, and features a folding stock for enhanced portability.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction: Ruger LC Carbine
  2. 00:15Platform Expansion and .45 ACP Chambering
  3. 00:30LC Carbine Design Philosophy: Light & Compact
  4. 01:05Advantages of a .45 ACP Carbine
  5. 01:25Suppressor Host Capabilities
  6. 01:31Threaded Muzzle
  7. 01:37Glock Pattern Magazine Compatibility
  8. 01:47Magazine Capacity (13 Rounds)
  9. 01:59Compactness Features: Bolt Over Barrel
  10. 02:18Folding Buttstock for Portability
  11. 02:27AR-15 Stock Compatibility
  12. 02:34Handling and Ergonomics
  13. 02:39Ambidextrous Charging Handle
  14. 02:50Bilateral Safety and Ambidextrous Magazine Release
  15. 03:05Shooting Impressions: Soft Recoil
  16. 03:13Accessory Mounting: MLOK and Picatinny
  17. 03:20Optics Rail and Included Sights
  18. 03:30Conclusion: Ideal for .45 ACP Enthusiasts
  19. 03:40Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP a good suppressor host?

The Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP is an excellent suppressor host because most standard .45 ACP ammunition is subsonic. This means the projectile travels below the speed of sound, significantly reducing the sonic crack and making suppressed shooting much quieter and more effective.

What type of magazines does the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP use?

A key feature of the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 ACP is its compatibility with Glock pattern magazines. Specifically, it is designed to accept double-stack magazines that fit the Glock 21, offering a flush-fit capacity of 13 rounds.

How does the Ruger LC Carbine achieve its compact size?

The Ruger LC Carbine achieves its compact size through several design elements. It incorporates a bolt-over-barrel design to shorten the receiver length and features a folding buttstock, which allows the carbine to collapse to approximately 22 inches for easy storage and transport.

What are the ambidextrous features of the Ruger LC Carbine?

The Ruger LC Carbine offers several ambidextrous features for user preference. The non-reciprocating charging handle can be swapped to either side, the manual thumb safety is bilateral, and the push-button magazine release can also be switched to either the left or right side.

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