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SKU: 151415
UPC: 682146873474
MPN: CIT45LCVR
The Citadel CIT45LCVR Colt LC 8+1 .45 Colt 16.5" 9-Round Rifle represents a purpose-built lever-action platform designed for shooters who demand reliable, deliberate firepower in a compact profile. Lever-action rifles have proven themselves in both civilian sporting and tactical applications where mechanical simplicity and fast repeat-shot capability matter. This rifle bridges traditional rifle ergonomics with modern tactical versatility, making it suitable for ranch work, sport shooting, and defensive scenarios where .45 Colt ballistics provide adequate stopping power at intermediate ranges.
The 16.5-inch barrel length balances velocity retention with maneuverability in tight quarters—critical for anyone managing a rifle in vehicles, structures, or dense terrain. At 6.92 pounds, this lever-action delivers substantial control without excessive fatigue during extended carry or presentation from various shooting positions. The 9-round capacity (.45 Colt magazine-fed or tubular feed, depending on variant) provides adequate firepower for most tactical and sporting applications, while the .45 Colt cartridge delivers proven terminal performance and recoil management that supports accurate follow-up shots. Citadel's manufacturing maintains reliable feeding and extraction across pressure variations inherent to .45 Colt handloads and factory ammunition.
Law enforcement and civilian operators benefit most from this rifle's combination of mechanical reliability and compact dimensions—particularly in jurisdictions where semi-automatic options face legal restrictions. The lever-action design requires no external safety switches, simplifying snap-decision deployment and reducing mechanical failure points under stress. Shooters transitioning from traditional lever rifles will find the Colt LC platform instantly familiar, while those seeking an alternative to modern tactical platforms gain a historically proven action in a modern configuration. Compatibility with standard .45 Colt ammunition—both factory and precision handloads—ensures supply flexibility and cost-effective training cycles.
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