![]() ![]() I've seen other polymer-catch folding stocks that "break" into the folded position unintentionally, but the ACR I tested did not have that problem. The robust, metal receptacle and polymer, spring-loaded catch locked up solidly. The Enhanced model's folding stock locks in the extended position by way of large detent. In both the Basic (fixed stock, no fore-end rails, A2-style flash suppressor) and Enhanced (side-folding stock, fore-end rails, AAC flash suppressor) configurations, an adjustable cheekpiece allows relative comfort in obtaining a good sight picture. The differences start from there and are noticeable in both handling and function. The grip angle, selector placement, sight plane and magazine are similar to what we've grown accustomed over nearly five decades with the AR platform. The ACR's futuristic profile is eerily similar to FNH's SCAR family, but the functional differences I found on the ACR tell me its designers took their time developing it. ![]() The result is a well-designed shooter, available in 5.56 NATO and eventually 6.8 mm SPC with the potential for even more flexibility down the road. The ACR was originally conceived by Magpul as the Masada, but Bushmaster later took over the tweaking and production of the gun, providing the needed horsepower to bring it to market successfully. While the Bushmaster Adaptive Combat Rifle (ACR) is not an AR, this new gas-piston-operated carbine capitalizes on AR ergonomics while offering tool-less barrel-swap capabilities-with no extra parts needed. If that same system also shoots accurately, it will be worth a small mint. Should someone ever crack the nut on easy AR-barrel switching with repeatable zero retention, they're going to have a winner. This may seem easy enough, but the seemingly unending list of possibilities it provides comes at a price, due to the need for redundant parts and sighting systems. While I love the AR platform's flexibility, the only method for changing barrel lengths, profiles or chamberings is to swap out complete upper-receiver assemblies. I spend a lot of time working with tactical firearms. ![]()
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