The best rimfire rifle I’ve tested? | Anschütz 1727 APR competition review

Is this the pinnacle of rimfire engineering? In this video, we go hands-on with the Anschütz 1727 APR Competition, a rifle built specifically to dominate the Precision Rifle Series (PRS). Featuring the legendary Fortner straight-pull action, this 19lb beast offers world-class speed and accuracy that have to be seen to be believed. We put it to the test on the range, diving deep into the adjustable chassis, the incredible match-grade trigger, and why this might just be the ultimate “cheat code” for competitive shooting. In this review, we cover: The speed of the Fortner straight-pull action. Why “heavy is reliable” – exploring the 19lb competition weight. Range performance and accuracy testing with Eley Match ammo. Detailed breakdown of the APR chassis system. Our final verdict: is it worth the £5,000 price tag?

Technical Specification:

Name: Anschütz 1727 APR

Competition Calibre: .22LR

Barrel Length: 22“ (559mm)

Overall Length: 39.5” – 41.5” (1,005 – 1,054mm)

Weight: 18.85lbs (8,550g)

Magazine Capacity: 10

Price: £5,102 as tested

Contact: Viking Arms