Christensen Arms Ridgeline Fft Barren Dune 280Ack 22

The Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT in .280 Ackley Improved is a purpose-built lightweight hunting rifle that doesn't ask you to compromise between performance and pack weight. Built around a precision-machined Christensen Arms receiver, this rifle combines carbon fiber technology with quality American engineering to deliver the kind of accuracy serious hunters demand, without the extra pounds that make a day in the field harder than it needs to be. If you're covering elevation and distance—whether that's alpine terrain, open country, or long-range hunting situations—the Ridgeline FFT is engineered to go where you go and shoot where you aim.

The barrel is where the real innovation shows. Christensen Arms wraps 416R stainless steel in aerospace-grade carbon fiber, resulting in a rigid, fast-handling tube that's been button rifled, match chambered, hand lapped, and free-floating for the accuracy you need at distance. The removable stainless steel side baffle brake is threaded 5/8x24 (standard for .280 Ack Improved), so you can swap it for a suppressor or leave it as-is depending on your setup. That same precision extends to the trigger—a TriggerTech unit known for clean, predictable breaks—and the bolt, which features spiral fluting and an enlarged knob for confident manipulation in gloves or cold.

The stock is where Christensen's FFT philosophy really shines: carbon fiber construction with integrated bedding pillars and spot bedding keep the action stable and vibration-free. Magazine options are flexible—it ships with an internal 4-round magazine and hinged aluminum floor plate, but if you want more capacity or faster reloads, it's AICS compatible with an aftermarket conversion kit. The receiver works with standard Remington 700 optic bases, so mounting your glass is straightforward.

This is a rifle for hunters who've learned that ounces matter and that carrying less lets you hunt more effectively. The .280 Ackley Improved is a proven medium- to long-range cartridge with excellent ballistics and plenty of factory ammunition options, making the Ridgeline FFT a serious choice for western hunting and open-country shooting.

Key Features

• 416R stainless steel barrel wrapped in aerospace-grade carbon fiber for lightweight rigidity and superior heat management
• Match-chambered, hand-lapped, button-rifled, and free-floating barrel for consistent accuracy at distance
• Christensen Arms precision-machined receiver with TriggerTech trigger for clean, predictable performance
• Carbon fiber FFT sporter stock with integrated bedding pillars and spot bedding
• Spiral-fluted bolt with enlarged knob and improved bolt release for smooth operation
• Removable stainless steel side baffle brake (5/8x24 threaded) for recoil management or suppressor mounting
• Internal 4-round magazine with hinged aluminum floor plate; AICS-compatible with conversion kit
• Standard Remington 700 optic base compatibility for easy scope mounting
• Enlarged ejection port for reliable case ejection

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What optics or scope bases will work with the Ridgeline FFT?

The Ridgeline FFT is drilled and tapped for standard Remington 700 optic bases, making it compatible with the vast majority of modern rifle scopes and mounting systems.

Can I use a suppressor on this rifle?

Yes. The muzzle brake is removable and threaded 5/8x24, so you can swap it for a suppressor rated for that thread pitch.

What magazine options does it have?

It ships with an internal 4-round magazine and hinged aluminum floor plate. You can convert it to accept AICS detachable magazines using an aftermarket conversion kit if you prefer faster reloads or higher capacity.

Is the .280 Ackley Improved ammunition readily available?

The .280 Ackley Improved has solid factory ammunition support from major manufacturers, making it a practical choice for hunters who don't reload. Ammunition is generally available through sporting goods retailers.