The Enfield Rifle No. 4

Published on September 15, 2016
Duration: 5:44

The Enfield No. 4 rifle, a successor to the SMLE, offers a stronger action, improved sights, and a thicker barrel, making it more robust for WWII production. Its fast bolt-action, cock-on-close mechanism, and 10-round detachable magazine (primarily loaded via charger clips) allow for rapid firing. Widely available on the surplus market, it remains a historically significant and functional bolt-action rifle.

Quick Summary

The Enfield No. 4 rifle, a successor to the SMLE, offers a stronger action, improved sights, and a thicker barrel for enhanced durability. Its fast bolt-action, cock-on-close mechanism, and 10-round magazine (loaded via charger clips) enable rapid firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Demo
  2. 00:17Comparison with SMLE
  3. 01:12Action and Bolt Features
  4. 02:03Sights and External Components
  5. 02:32Magazine and Loading
  6. 04:24Rapid Fire Demonstration
  7. 04:37Market Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Enfield No. 4 and the older SMLE rifle?

The Enfield No. 4 is heavier than the SMLE but features a stronger action, improved sights, and a thicker barrel. It was also designed to be more cost-effective to produce during World War II.

How does the Enfield No. 4 facilitate rapid firing?

The No. 4 utilizes the fast Lee-Enfield bolt-action with a short bolt throw and a cock-on-close mechanism. This design allows skilled shooters to cycle the bolt and fire rounds very quickly.

What type of sights does the Enfield No. 4 rifle have?

The rifle features a rear sight with a fixed peep aperture for 300 yards and a flip-up ladder sight graduated for ranges up to 1300 yards.

How is the magazine loaded on the Enfield No. 4?

The Enfield No. 4 has a 10-round detachable magazine, but it is primarily designed to be loaded using 5-round charger clips inserted through the charger bridge on top of the receiver.

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