Ballistics
Great Googa Mooga What The Heck Is That Thing…Why It’s The Phoenix Weaponry’s “Christine” .45-70 Auto
If you’re as stunned as I am seeing this rifle for the first time, welcome to the club!! I do like me some BIG BORE rifles, like the Shilo Sharps, Marlin 1895 and of course the Henry, but this new rifle is a dream come true. Someone took the old 45-70 cartridge and created one specifically for a semi-auto AR platform rifle and after watching the video below, all I can think about is saving-up my allowance to buy one.
After watching the video, let’s just say that I was stunned , this rifle (and round) really, really packs ONE HELLUVA PUNCH!! Scott really put this weapon through it’s paces, using everything from a solid block of rock salt, to a metal plate and even a car door (yes you read that right), I mean he really didn’t hold back and to it’s credit…the rifle was up to the challenge and beat all comer’s, so ya’ll are in for a real treat!!
I’m going to place all of the information and specs about this rifle beneath the video directly from the manufacturers website phoenixweaponry.com so that you can check it all out for yourself.
The Phoenix Weaponry’s – “Christine” .45-70 Auto
Phoenix Weaponry This is built on our RFL (308) upper/lower with a custom barrel and barrel bushing.
The 45-70 Auto cartridge is the brainchild of the Owner and Founder of Phoenix Weaponry, Aaron Cayce. Born from the original 45-70 government developed in the 1873, this modernized cartridge steps into the modern hunting game generating in excess of 4,000 ft-lb of energy at the muzzle. This cartridge because of its straight wall also fills the requirements for hunting with a semi auto rifle in the states of Iowa, Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan. This is built on our RFL (308) upper/lower with a custom barrel and barrel bushing. This being said, we can build you one in any configuration, caliber, finish – we can do whatever you want, your budget permitting.
Christine .45-70 Build Specs:
Upper Receiver:
- Phoenix precision manufactured from U.S.A. made 7075 T-7 billet aluminum
- Built-in 20 MOA, sloped Picatinny rail for additional elevation when shooting long distances
- Proper engineering and parts selection allows for a design without a forward assist or brass deflector.
- Includes Phoenix Weaponry Custom Billet Ejection Port Door(Dust Cover)
Barrel:
- Made from Chrome-Moly steel and phosphate coated for durability and high round count life
- 18-Inch Douglas barrel blank which gets turned down in house for Phoenix’s signature look and weight. 1:14 twist rate for works perfectly for high velocity .45-70 loads.
- Proprietary barrel nut for greater strength and hand guard mounting surface
Gas System:
- Direct Impingement
- Rifle Length
- Phoenix Weaponry designed and manufactured Ultra-low profile, adjustable stainless steel gas block
Handguard:
- 15 Inch Phoenix Weaponry modular hand guard made from strong 6061-T6 aluminum
- Add any of our Picatinny rail sections, hand-stops, quick release sling mounts or bipod mounts in 45-degree increments along the entire length of the hand guard.
Muzzle Device:
- Your choice of Phoenix Weaponry’s ‘chevron muzzle brake
Bolt Carrier Group:
- High pressure rated bolt carrier group
Lower Receiver:
- Phoenix precision manufactured from U.S.A. made 7075 T-7 billet aluminum
- Engineered with an oversized, built-in, trigger guard so the rifle can be used with gloves on
- Accepts all standard LR/SR magazines including popular polymer versions
Trigger Group:
- Proprietary Phoenix design with 3lb pull
Receiver Extension:
- Six Position, 7075 T-6 aluminum
Buttstock:
- Magpul adjustable buttstock
Pistol Grip:
- Magpul MOE
Coloration:
- Available in Duracoat FDE, Black, O.D. Green, Tungsten, Burnt Bronze (Shown in FDE). Multi-color or camo patterns available for an upcharge.
Weight:
- 9 lbs 10 oz
Overall Length:
- 41 Inches
Options & Notes:
- Includes two 9-round magazines and 60 rounds of ammo loaded with your choice of bullet weight and velocity.
MSRP $4,800.00
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