The Christensen Arms MPR Competition is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6mm ARC with a 26-inch stainless steel barrel and 5-round AICS-compatible detachable magazine. It weighs 11.6 lbs and has a Tungsten Anodized finish. Barrel twist is 1-in-7.5". The barrel is threaded 5/8x24. Stock is an adjustable tactical chassis with carbon fiber handguard. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: MPR Competition 
• Manufacturer: Christensen Arms 
• Caliber: 6mm ARC 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds (AICS Comp. Detachable Magazine) 
• Weight: 11.6 lbs (Shipping Weight: 14.9 lbs) 
• Finish: Tungsten Anodized 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 26-inch stainless steel barrel has a 1-in-7.5" twist that stabilizes the heavier, high-BC 6mm projectiles suited to long-range work. The threaded 5/8x24 muzzle accepts brakes and suppressors directly. The adjustable tactical stock and carbon fiber handguard keep weight competitive for an 11.6 lb precision platform. The AICS-pattern magazine is an industry-standard footprint, so spare magazines and alternative capacity options are widely available. 
 

Usage 

 
6mm ARC was designed to perform at long range from the AR platform, but the cartridge also performs well in bolt configurations. It offers flat trajectory and good retained velocity with 105-108 grain class bullets, which suits competitive precision rifle and long-range hunting. The 5-round AICS magazine is adequate for competition use. At 11.6 lbs this is a dedicated precision platform rather than a light hunting rifle.

The Christensen Arms MPR Competition in 6mm ARC with Tungsten finish draws positive feedback from precision rifle shooters and competitive long-range shooters.

Build quality is the most consistently praised attribute. The carbon fiber construction, stainless barrel, and overall fit and finish are at a level shooters associate with purpose-built precision rifles rather than production guns. The Tungsten anodized finish gets specific positive mentions for its durability and appearance.

Accuracy draws consistent positive comments. The 6mm ARC cartridge is well-regarded for its long-range performance and the 26-inch barrel with 1-in-7.5" twist is correctly specced for the cartridge's heavy bullet range.

Price is the main friction point in discussions. The MPR Competition sits at a premium above many competing precision bolt platforms. Buyers who have compared it at the range generally feel the build quality justifies the cost; buyers evaluating on paper alone are more divided.

Aftermarket parts availability for the Christensen Arms platform is more limited than for common precision platforms like the Remington 700 footprint, which comes up occasionally. The AICS magazine standard is a positive -- spare mags and higher-capacity options are easy to source.