NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger PC Charger

Published on February 12, 2021
Duration: 3:03

This video provides an expert overview of the Ruger PC Charger, a 9mm pistol caliber carbine. It highlights its construction, including a 7075-T6 aluminum receiver and a blued barrel, and demonstrates its quick-takedown feature for easy transport and storage. The review emphasizes its versatility for home defense, varmint hunting, and its compatibility with both Ruger SR-series and Glock magazines, making it a flexible platform for various shooting applications.

Quick Summary

The Ruger PC Charger is a 9mm pistol caliber carbine featuring a 7075-T6 aluminum receiver and a 6.5-inch barrel. It boasts a quick-takedown design for easy transport and accepts both Ruger SR-series and Glock magazines via interchangeable adapters, making it a versatile option for home defense and range use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting Demonstration
  2. 00:13Product Overview: Ruger PC Charger
  3. 00:31Receiver and Chassis Construction
  4. 00:53Handguard and Ergonomics
  5. 01:15Versatility and Use Cases
  6. 01:47Barrel and Takedown Features
  7. 02:09Range Performance and Controls
  8. 02:29Magazine Compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key construction features of the Ruger PC Charger?

The Ruger PC Charger features a 7075-T6 aluminum receiver with an integrated Picatinny rail and a reinforced polymer chassis. It also has a 6.5-inch cold hammer-forged chrome-moly steel barrel with a blued finish and a threaded muzzle.

How does the Ruger PC Charger handle magazine compatibility?

The PC Charger comes standard with a 17-round Ruger SR-series magazine. Crucially, it includes interchangeable magazine well adapters, allowing it to accept Glock pistol magazines, enhancing its versatility.

What makes the Ruger PC Charger suitable for home defense?

Its compact size, manageable recoil demonstrated during range testing, and the option for high-capacity magazines (especially with Glock compatibility) make the Ruger PC Charger a suitable candidate for home defense applications.

Can the Ruger PC Charger be easily transported or stored?

Yes, the Ruger PC Charger features a quick-takedown operation. This allows the firearm to be separated into two main components (upper and lower receivers) for convenient storage and transport.

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