Marlin Camp Carbine 45
Marlin Firearms · Carbine · Discontinued · 1985
Also known as: Marlin Model 45, Camp 45, Marlin Self-Loading Camp Carbine (.45)
Overview
The Marlin Camp Carbine 45 (Model 45) is a .45 ACP direct-blowback semi-automatic carbine-caliber carbine made by Marlin Firearms from 1985 to 1999, the larger-bore sibling of the 9mm Camp 9. Conceived as a handy 'camp' utility long gun for foraging and defense, it feeds from standard 1911-pattern .45 ACP magazines (7-round as supplied) so a shooter can share ammunition and magazines between carbine and a 1911 sidearm. It uses a hardwood stock, Marlin's Micro-Groove rifling, an M1-Carbine-style cross-bolt safety in the trigger guard, a magazine disconnect, and a rubber recoil pad.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3062 g (108.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 902 mm (35.51") |
| Barrel Length | 419 mm (16.50") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 36 N (8.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .45 ACP · primary — also known as .45 Auto, 11.43x23mm, .45 ACP Automatic
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Magazine Disconnect, Bolt Hold Open
- Features: Accepts 1911 Magazines, Micro Groove Rifling, Adjustable Rear Sight, Hooded Front Sight, Drilled And Tapped, Rubber Recoil Pad
Base model
Production
Production years: 1985-1999
Total production figures not published.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 1999
Notes
Mechanically the same platform as the Camp 9 but scaled for the larger .45 ACP cartridge and 1911 magazines. Marlin recommended cleaning roughly every 250 rounds; the urethane action buffer can fail if neglected. Discontinued in 1999 and now a sought-after collectible.
Background
Marlin's Camp 45 revived the frontier idea of a long gun and a handgun feeding the same ammunition - chamber it in .45 ACP and it swallows the very same 1911 magazines as a shooter's sidearm, making it a true camp companion gun.