As pictured, the Mini 14 has a 20-round magazine. With an AR bandolier, one could easily carry six more 20-round mags.
The ideal Minuteman Rifle (MR) is an AR15. A distant, but distinct second, is the AK47.
Here's how the Mini 14 stacks up to those rifles:
Capacity:
Good. 20-round mags are the norm.
Reloading:
Decent. Like the AK, one must get the hang of it before reloads get quick and smooth.
Accuracy:
Among the worst of the Minuteman Rifles I will review. 4 MOA is the rifle's best.
Weight:
At 6.5 pounds, weight for the Mini 14 is very good.
Cost:
At $750+, the price does not justify the lack of accuracy. Mag prices are also high. Might as well get an AR15.
Reliability:
The Mini 14 is fairly reliable.
Range:
The Mini 14 is best with lightweight .223 / 5.56 ammo. Also, given the barrel band issue and poor accuracy, this rifle is best at or under 300 meters.
Magazines / clips:
While 20-round mags are good, the Mini 14 mags are very expensive and hard to find.
Upgrades:
One can mount a scope or red dot fairly easily. The iron sights are adequate.
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The 580 series addressed the barrel whip issue. The platform is inherently more reliable and doesn't require the care and feeding of other options.
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