The Christensen Arms Ridgeline Scout Rifle in .450 Bushmaster is built for hunters and shooters who need a compact, maneuverable rifle that doesn't compromise on capability. At 16 inches, the Ridgeline Scout delivers the portability of a truck gun with enough power for medium-game hunting and backcountry exploration. The .450 Bushmaster cartridge punches well above its weight class, making this scout rifle a serious option for close-to-medium range work where quick target acquisition and reliability matter.
Christensen Arms engineered the Ridgeline Scout with their signature carbon-fiber-wrapped 416R stainless steel barrel, hand-lapped and free-floating for consistent accuracy. The action is precision-machined in-house and topped with a TriggerTech flat-shoe trigger that breaks clean and predictable. A 0-MOA rail gives you a clean optic mounting platform, and the .450 Bushmaster's inherent accuracy is further enhanced by the match chamber. The removable black nitride 3-prong flash hider comes threaded at 5/8x24 (standard), so you can swap it for a suppressor or other muzzle device if needed.
The rifle's handling is refined for the field: a skeletonized bolt handle with oversized tactical knob and spiral-fluted bolt reduce weight and speed up cycling, while a tactical mag release and AICS-compatible detachable magazine system give you fast, reliable reloads. The carbon-fiber composite stock is sporter-profile and features stainless steel bedding pillars with spot bedding for stability. A forward-mount rail with barricade stop is already built in for sling or light mounting. This isn't a lightweight plinker—it's a serious Scout rifle for the adventurous marksman.
| Caliber | .450 Bushmaster |
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Barrel Material | 416R stainless steel with Aerograde carbon-fiber wrap |
| Barrel Features | Button rifled, hand-lapped, free-floating, match chamber |
| Muzzle Device | Black nitride 3-prong flash hider (removable) |
| Muzzle Threading | 5/8x24 |
| Bolt | Spiral-fluted with skeletonized handle and oversized tactical knob |
| Trigger | TriggerTech flat-shoe |
| Optic Rail | 0-MOA picatinny rail |
| Magazine System | AICS-compatible detachable magazines |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds (included); 10-round AICS magazines compatible |
| Stock | Carbon-fiber composite, sporter profile |
| Stock Features | Stainless steel bedding pillars, spot bedding, forward-mount rail with barricade stop, recoil pad |
| Finish | Tan with black accents |
The rifle comes with a 0-MOA picatinny rail, so you can mount most standard optics directly without spacers or risers. Scout-style optics mounted forward on the rail are popular for short-range rifles, but the choice depends on your hunting range and preference.
Yes. The barrel is threaded 5/8x24 (standard), and the muzzle device is removable, so you can install a suppressor or other muzzle device that matches that thread pitch.
The rifle uses AICS-compatible detachable magazines. It comes with a 5-round magazine and is also compatible with 10-round AICS magazines.
Yes. The compact design, quick target acquisition, and .450 Bushmaster cartridge make it well-suited for hunters working in brush, timber, or from a vehicle. It's particularly practical for anyone who values portability and maneuverability without sacrificing stopping power at hunting ranges.
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