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What is the legal magazine capacity for a bolt-action centrefire rifle?

Magazine capacity limits generally apply to semi-automatic firearms; bolt-action, pump-action, and lever-action rifles are typically not subject to the 5-round

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Question: What is the legal magazine capacity for a bolt-action centrefire rifle?

Answer options:

  • 5 rounds
  • 10 rounds ✅ Magazine capacity is generally not limited for manual-action rifles
  • Unlimited, provided the magazine is internal

Correct answer: Magazine capacity is generally not limited for manual-action rifles

Explanation: Magazine capacity limits generally apply to semi-automatic firearms; bolt-action, pump-action, and lever-action rifles are typically not subject to the 5-round centrefire limit.

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