Christensen Arms Ridgeline
Christensen Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2016
Also known as: Ridgeline, Christensen Ridgeline
Overview
The Christensen Arms Ridgeline is a premium lightweight bolt-action hunting rifle and one of the lightest factory rifles in its class. It features Christensen's carbon fiber-wrapped 416R stainless steel barrel, carbon fiber sporter stock with spot bedding for consistent accuracy, a match-grade trigger, and spiral-fluted bolt. The titanium side-baffle muzzle brake reduces felt recoil while adding minimal weight. A sub-MOA accuracy guarantee reflects the match-grade chamber and barrel quality. The Ridgeline is designed for mountain hunters who demand the lightest possible rifle without sacrificing accuracy. The FFT (Flash Forged Technology) variant pushes weight even lower with an ultralight carbon stock.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2858 g (100.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1092 mm (42.99") |
| Barrel Length | 559 mm (22.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 15 N (3.4 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Effective Range | 700 m (766 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Stock Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5 CM
- .30-06 Springfield — also known as .30-06, 7.62x63mm
- .300 Winchester Magnum — also known as .300 Win Mag, .300 WM
- .270 Winchester — also known as .270 Win
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety
- Features: Carbon Fiber Barrel, Free Floated Barrel, Button Rifled Barrel, Hand Lapped Barrel, Match Chambered, Threaded Muzzle, Sub Moa Guarantee, Triggertech Trigger, Spiral Fluted Bolt
Variants
- Christensen Arms Ridgeline Titanium — Titanium Action
- Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT — Ultralight
- Christensen Arms Ridgeline Scout — Scout
Service history
Operators
- Civilian Market
Production
Production years: 2016-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Weight: ~2835g (6.25 lbs) standard; the FFT variant drops to ~2500g (5.5 lbs). Barrel: 559mm (22") carbon fiber-wrapped. The Ridgeline is Christensen's flagship hunting rifle. The Titanium variant uses a titanium action for additional weight savings. The Scout variant features a shorter barrel and forward-mounted optics rail. Manufactured in Gunnison, Utah.
Background
The Christensen Arms Ridgeline helped establish carbon fiber as the definitive material for modern mountain rifles. At 6.25 pounds with a full-length barrel, the Ridgeline proved that hunters no longer had to choose between a lightweight rifle for the climb and an accurate one for the shot - the carbon fiber barrel delivers both, day after day, at altitude.