USER MANUAL ULTIMA RATIO
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1. ULTIMA RATIO is a unique sniper rifle system for the discriminating marksman This manually operated bolt action rifle is composed of 4 main elements A rigid aircraft alloy frame with bipod A receiver with trigger assembly and the bolt Amatch grade fully floated barrel A folding buttstock All the barrels can be changed instantly without adjustment The ULTIMA RATIO range includes 4 barrels models from top to bottom Commando 2 designed for paratroopers and SAS Commando 1 for militaries Supressed designed for subsonic ammunitions Intervention for policemen ULTIMA RATIO barrels range PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 8 5 1 Technical information ST C0 y A S 0 eT ees op ees ULTIMA RATIO commando 1 with long picatinny rail kit Heavy match grade fully floated barrel griped into the receiver Barrel quick change device Can be changed in approximately 30 seconds with a standard hexagonal spanner and without adjustment Thermal dissipation accelerated by cooler Intervention barrel Fluted tapered profile Commando 1 amp 2 barrels Muzzle brake except on silenced barrel Detachable steel magazine 10 rounds dual row Rigid aircraft grade alloy girder chassis Aircraft grade alloy bolt receiver Black matt finish High strength steel bolt with 3 forward located lugs Ultra fast travel firing pin Two stage trigger pull2. a cleaning wick Repeat the previous step at least 10 times Fire 10 series of 3 rounds and after each series clean the barrel with a bronze brush and then with a cleaning wick Finally fire 10 series of 5 rounds and after each series clean the barrel with a bronze brush and then with a cleaning wick 7 2 Dismounting the weapon The full dismounting of the weapon must only be realised by an armourer or by PGM PRECISION Before dismounting Unload the weapon Remove the magazine and the bolt Remove the scope PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 22 7 2 1 Extractor replacement Using a 1 5 mm hexagonal Spanner through the central hole of the extractor 1 push the plunger 2 just enough inwards so that it no longer holds the 2 extractor in position Take the plunger and the spring 3 out of their housing in the bolt To reassemble follow the above steps in reverse order Lubricate them before installation Ensure that the plunger correct engages the central hole of the extractor Operate the extractor and lubricate Using the extractor gauge check the extractor overtaking Dismounting the extractor 7 2 2 Ejector replacement Using a 1 5 mm hexagonal spanner gt loosen the screw 1 V 4 Push the ejector 2 Using a pair of a Lo 2 pliers withdraw the cylindrical pin 3 da which secures the ejector 3 i Take the ejector and its spring 4 out Ng s of the bolt Clean and lubrica
3. aresale in contradiction to legislation Please keep this manual preciously If you sell your weapon please transmit this handbook to its purchaser PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 4 Only use ammunitions manufactured according to CIP norms 3 SAFETY INFORMATION You can reload yourself your cartridges Ensure however that you employ the load and the adapted type of powder and follow the The weapon must be handled by complying with the safety recommendations of the handbook of recharging provided by the requirements in force powder manufacturer or of the warheads you use Do not use this weapon under influence of alcohol or drug Always check at first that the chamber is fully empty Always handle the gun as if it was loaded Keep the safety engaged until just before firing Always check the barrel before firing to make sure it is free from obstruction Never point any firearm at yourself or at any living being Always shoot in direction from the target Assure you that nobody is behind If people are close to you ensure you they stay behind Never let handle your rifle by a person who is not informed about the details of safety and its handling Never leave the weapon without supervision Wear shooting glasses to protect your eyes from flying particles Wear ear protectors to guard you against such damage Unprotected repeated exposure to gunfire can cause hearing damages Never us
4. ATIO user manual 11 6 USING THE RIFLE 6 1 Safety mechanism Safety position S Safety is ON when the POM safety lever is in its rearmost meag position Firing position F j Safety is OFF when the safety lever is pushed to its foremost position Caution The safety lever cannot be set at the position S safe as the firing pin is released Remove your finger from the trigger while you re handling the safety The safety lever must not stay between the 2 positions 6 2 Magazine 6 2 1 Unloading L ee Pull the magazine catch rearwards and hold it in that i position Pull the magazine downwards PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 12 6 2 2 Loading Pull the magazine catch rearwards and hold it in that position Push the magazine vertically up to the lock With the 10 rounds magazine this one must be gently removed before introducing the bolt 6 3 Bolt 6 3 1 Storage position Using the bolt dismounting tool place the bolt in position of storage for not wearing out the firing pin spring 6 3 2 Introduction Ensure that the rifle is completely empty Remove the magazine The firing pin extension must be in the insertion position If the need arises use the bolt dismounting tool Fold the stock Introduce the bolt in the receiver Close the bolt Release the trigger Open the bolt in rear position PGM ULTIMA RATIO user man
5. RD PGM PRECISION thanks you for having chosen the model ULTIMA RATIO Highest care was taken for the development parts which constitute this weapon like to its assemblies This weapon has been tested by the Official Proof House for Firearms and Ammunitions of Saint Etienne then controlled and tested by us according to strict procedures We hope that it will bring whole satisfaction to you Please read attentively and completely this manual before using your PGM ULTIMA RATIO Do not hesitate to read it regularly The information provided in this handbook the photos and the images are not contractual PGM PRECISION reserves itself the right to change specifications without notice To obtain further information please contact your retailer or directly PGM PRECISION PGM PRECISION Phone 33 0 4 50 46 37 27 BP 29 Fax 33 0 4 50 46 36 49 74334 POISY CEDEX mail contact pgmprecision com FRANCE http www pgmprecision com PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 3 2 GENERAL REMARKS Please respect the national laws which regulate the detention the carrying arms the transport and the use of firearms A rifle as any weapon can be dangerous PGM PRECISION and its retailers decline any responsibility for the consequences resulting in whole or partly from acriminal intent or through negligence acareless handling the use of defective incorrect damaged unsafe ammunitions an inadequate care of the rifle
6. USER MANUAL PAM PRECISION ULTIMA RATIO INTERVENTION COMMANDO 1 amp 2 SUPRESSED 308 W and other calibers Version 2 6 CONTENTS L TORE V ORD n EA E A 3 2 GENERAL REMARKS wrsiscescoacscsacctencdactnecanacedncseacetusanacedancdacnonas 4 3 SAFETY INFORMATION bcscanenevacctstcercsvenexauctevediedesmexenetsteeneseces 5 4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT ccccccccccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeens 7 4 1 O coat cae pestamnaconed O E 7 4 2 TERING OOM seca ce dees recat ee eecee cease ated cee eteasesianedeeeonasenesdees 7 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION sacconccsncssccremcavectancsotarivenwtemeaceetccencts 8 5 1 Technical information ccccccccccccccessseseeeccceeeaaeeeseeeeeees 9 5 2 ACO SO Los Rn een eee ee een ree ee ee eee 11 O UNOG THE RIEP cee 12 6 1 Salety TNE AIAN Mierer n n rere EEEn e ae 12 6 2 IY 117 11 ts eee E 12 6 3 DOl ea E 13 6 4 BOUSO E oee E E 15 6 5 DO ee E A E E T 16 6 6 DO e a E E E A 17 6 7 Bae a E E E une cesuesaiess lt 1a lt sdeenevece 17 6 8 Muzzle brake and Silencer 0 cc eeeeceeececeeeeeeeseeeeeeeees 18 6 9 Scope mount for picatinny rail eeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeees 20 6 10 TS MOLE CAS eE ES 21 T MANTENAN D erne E EE EE 22 7 1 Breaking in a new barrel cccccccessseeseeeeeeeeeeaeeeeees 22 TZ Dismounting the weapon ccccseeesseeceeeceeeaeeeseeeeees 22 7 3 Cleaning and lubrification cccccsseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 25 PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 2 1 FOREWO
7. anes and the spacers PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 19 6 9 Scope mount for picatinny rail 6 9 1 Installation Ensure the 2 jaws are free and right oriented catch downwards Putthe mount at the desired position and push it against a sleeper Using a 4 mm hexagonal spanner tighten the 2 screws at torque of 6 N m 6 9 2 Scope rings Tighten the 8 screws at torque of 4 N m PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 20 6 10 Transport case 6 10 1 Pelicase 1700 The transport case contains the following items the rifle except silencer barrel version with buttstock folded scope and magazine the bolt 1 spare barrel 2 spare magazines 1 spare barrel the maintenance kit 6 10 2 Pelicase 1750 The transport case contains the following items rifle with scope and magazine the bolt 1 spare barrel 4 spare magazines 1 silencer 1 cleaning rod the maintenance kit Pelicase 1750 Pelicase 1750 PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 21 7 MAINTENANCE Remove the bolt and ensure the rifle is fully unloaded 7 1 Breaking in a new barrel To obtain an optimal precision we advise you to break in a new barrel Its not absolutely required but highly recommended Let cool the barrel after each series Use oil for weapons when you brush the barrel Clean the barrel with a cleaning wick Fire a first round and clean the barrel with a bronze bore brush and then with
8. e accelerator ammunitions with muzzle brake or sound suppressor f you detect off sound or light recoil when a round is fired do not load another round into the chamber Fully unload the rifle lf your weapon fails to fire keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction Hold this position for a minimum of 30 seconds Then remove the magazine Carefully open the bolt in order to eject the round The round should be disposed of in a way that it can t cause harm Only use manufactured ammunitions of quality The caliber is engraved on the bolt receiver and or on the barrel The use of reloaded or not standard ammunitions causes the immediate end of the guarantee That can cause significant damage with the weapon and wound the user or other people PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 5 PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 6 4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT 4 1 Storage Remove the bolt and be sure that the chamber is empty Put the weapon in its case or in a carrying bag Stock it in a strong cupboard Ensure that none of these elements can be accessible by children or unauthorized people Apply the laws in force concerning the storage of firearms 4 2 Transport Always transport the weapon unloaded Put it in a carrying case or ina soft bag Ammunitions and bolt have to be separated from the weapon Apply the laws in force concerning the transport of firearms PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 7 5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
9. r maintenance and address you to a qualified armourer or directly to PGM PRECISION 7 3 1 Cleaning and lubrication before firing Clean the barrel with a cleaning wick Ensure that the barrel is perfectly dry Lubricate the bolt the ejector and the extractor 7 3 2 Cleaning and lubrication after firing Start cleaning by complete strokes with the bronze bore brush soaked in oil Wipe it with a cleaning wick until the last remains clean Lubricate the barrel with a soaked cleaning wick Clean the interior of the bolt Lubricate the bolt With a rag soaked in oil wipe the exterior of the weapon and the moving parts Lubricate the legs of the bipod Dismantle the magazine and wipe it with a rag soaked in oil Completely loosen the butt spike Wipe and lubricate it lf it has been used dismount the silencer and clean the chicanes and the spacers Do not oil them as they are made of stainless steel Store the weapon in a dry and temperate room PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 25 Caution ee ee ee ee Always clean the barrel from the bore to the muzzle Use a bore guide Never use a steel brush or abrasive materials Only use spare parts coming from PGM PRECISION At least once a year Your weapon has to be controlled by a qualified gunsmith or directly by PGM PRECISION PGM Precision 2014 PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 26
10. te the hole a ae aees To reassemble follow the above steps in reverse order Lubricate and operate the ejector Position the flat of the pin towards the screw After its reinstallation the cylindrical pin should slightly protrude from the ejector and not at all from the bolt Glue the screw with low strength locking PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 23 7 2 3 Firing pin replacement Dismounting the firing pin Remove the firing pin assembly from the bolt by turning the releasing tool about 1 4 turn clockwise until it gets free of its locking cam Using the 3 mm hexagonal spanner loosen the screw 1 Remove the firing pin 2 and its spring 8 Put the new firing pin and the new spring into the bolt Position the firing pin extension 4 in the bolt so that the firing pin extension key 5 is aligned with the groove of the bolt Position the key so that there is full contact between the rounded part of the key and the bottom of the notch in the body of the bolt Position part 6 and tighten the screw Lubricate and operate Using the firing pin gauge check the firing pin overtaking Glue the screw with low strength locking PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 24 7 3 Cleaning and lubrification The respect of the indications hereafter will enhance the longevity and the performance of your rifle Use the better oil which cleans protect and lubricate your rifle Please note that your weapon needs a regula
11. ual 13 6 3 3 Bolt removal Fold the stock Pushon the bolt catch and hold it in that position Remove the bolt 6 3 4 Bolt assembling and disassembling Disassembling Hold the front part of the bolt in one hand With the other hand fit the tool onto the rear part of the bolt and then turn in the clockwise direction viewed from the rear side until disassembling Assembling Align the firing pin extension key with the groove of the bolt Push strongly the firing pin assembly using the releasing tool then turn in the anticlockwise direction PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 14 6 4 Buttstock The buttstock the cheek piece and the butt spike are fully adjustable 6 4 1 Buttstock folding Opening Press on the buttstock release lever Turn the buttstock completely until it is locked into position Closing Press on the buttstock release lever Turn the buttstock completely until it is locked into position Height adjustment Loosen the screw with a 5 mm hexagonal spanner Change the height as desired Tighten the screw PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 15 length adjustment Loosen the screw with a 5 mm hexagonal spanner Change the length as desired Tighten the screw 6 4 2 Butt spike The butt spike has 3 positions 0 45 and 90 Push the button and position the butt spike as desired and release the button Turn the b
12. utt spike for precise adjusting 6 5 Bipod 6 5 1 Using and setting To unfold the bipod squeeze its legs together and then pull them downwards Length of the legs can be changed by pressing the catch and by pulling down or pressing the leg as far as needed 6 5 2 Banking brake adjustment Remove the front hand grip Adjust the torque with a 10 mm spanner as desired PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 16 6 6 Trigger Trigger is only adjustable by PGM or a qualified gunsmith 6 7 Barrels Before any intervention ensure that the weapon is fully unloaded 6 7 1 Barrel removal Remove the magazine and the bolt Using a 5 mm hexagonal spanner loosen the 4 screws on the right of the weapon Don t loosen more than necessary lf necessary move the receiver away from the barrel in tightening the opening receiver screw maximum 2 turns with a 3 mm hexagonal spanner Carefully take the barrel out of the receiver 6 7 2 Barrel reinstallation Ensure that the contact surfaces are perfectly clean Loosen the opening receiver screw 2 turns Push the barrel into the receiver Introduce the bolt and close it PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 17 Tighten the 4 screws in starting from the rear and apply a torque of 10 N m Tighten the opening receiver screw up to being in contact with spring Then make 1 turn 6 8 Muzzle brake and silencer The muzzle brake can be removed onl
13. weight adjustable by gunsmith Trigger safety catch Forward folding bipod with adjustable tilting brake Sling fixing points 3 or 4 PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 9 Ambidextrous pistol handgrip Folding adtustable length buttstock Height adjustable cheek piece Adjustable folding butt spike Full interchangeability of pieces 6 g z 3 sj C a gt Oo D Er Ex z E S E O O N Caliber 308 W 7 62 x 51 mm NATO Barrel length mm 600 550 470 410 Twist ooo o O2 8 Length retracted buttstock mm Length extended buttstock mm Length folded buttstock mm Width folded buttstock mm Weight empty kg magazine weight empty full kg 0 165 0 420 All specifications subject to changes without notice Specifications for 308 W calibre Complete weapon without scope empty magazine PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 10 5 2 Accessories Maintenance kit including Extractor replacement kit Ejector replacement kit Firing pin replacement kit Cleaning kit Standard tool kit Bolt dismounting tool Suppressors for commando 1 2 and intervention barrels Sights Tactical sling Tactical dragbag mat Carrying plastic hard cases with custom foam Picatinny rail Side picatinny rail kit Long picatinny rail kit Scope mount with 30 and 34 mm rings Headspace gauges extractor gauge firing pin gauge Bore guide Karl Nill ergonomic wooden handgrip PGM ULTIMA R
14. y on commando 1 and 2 barrels which have the muzzle brake screwed In order to preserve an optimal shooting comfort avoid firing without muzzle brake or silencer 6 8 1 Standard muzzle brake installation Turn the muzzle brake clockwise by hand until it stops Loosen it maximum 1 turn and make it level Tighten the 2 screws with 3 mm hexagonal spanner Muzzle brake 6 8 2 Quick mount silencer muzzle brake installation Turn the muzzle brake clockwise by hand until it stops Loosen it maximum 1 turn and make it level Tighten the screw with 4 mm hexagonal spanner 3 LX Use the knurled protection ring on the muzzle brake when silencer is not mounted PGM ULTIMA RATIO user manual 18 6 8 3 Quick mount silencer installation wis r A H Turn the silencer clockwise by hand until it stops The chicanes and the spacers are tightened by hand but strongly by the front stopper They should not move Don t dismount the rear part of the silencer For cleaning it only loosen the front stopper and remove the chicanes and the spacers 6 8 4 Silenced barrel The silencer must be tightened by hand but strongly against the barrel ZS The chicanes and the spacers are A ee lt lt pressed by the knurled cap They AD f should not move LV A Dont remove the rear part of the al ay we silencer K For cleaning it only unscrew the front cap and remove the chic
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