Fierce Firearms CT Rival FP 7mm Rem Mag 20in Bolt-Action Rifle

About this product

The Fierce Firearms CT Rival FP 7mm Rem Mag 20in Bolt-Action Rifle is a precision lightweight hunting platform built around a titanium action and C3 carbon fiber barrel. It’s engineered for the shooter who demands mechanical accuracy and weight savings without sacrificing regulatory adaptability for suppressed or SBR configurations. This rifle makes no compromises on materials or tolerances, delivering a ready-to-perform system for challenging field environments.

What is the Fierce Firearms CT Rival FP used for?

The CT Rival FP is primarily a long-range hunting rifle for medium to large game. It’s built for the hunter who covers miles of backcountry and needs a rifle that balances manageable carry weight with the downrange authority of the 7mm Remington Magnum cartridge. The 20-inch carbon fiber barrel keeps the overall length at 40.5 inches (unloaded), making it more maneuverable in thick timber or a vehicle than a 24-inch barreled rifle, while the radial muzzle brake effectively manages the cartridge's 65+ ft-lbs of free recoil energy.

How does the CT Rival FP compare to the Stevens 334?

The CT Rival FP is mechanically superior and nearly 2.5 pounds lighter than our Stevens 334 .308 Win, but at over four times the price. The Stevens 334 is a reliable, entry-level workhorse built on a chromoly steel action with a synthetic stock, weighing approximately 7.3 pounds, while the CT Rival FP uses a titanium dual-lug action and carbon-wrapped barrel to achieve a 4.9-pound bare rifle weight. The Fierce excels in precision and weight savings; the Stevens wins on pure value and durability for harsh conditions.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

This is a lightweight precision rifle, with a bare rifle weight of 4.9 pounds (approximately 2220 grams) before optics. The overall length is 40.5 inches, driven by its 20-inch barrel and standard length of pull. The titanium action contributes directly to this weight figure, saving roughly 1.2 pounds versus a comparable chromoly steel action. The carbon fiber barrel shaves another pound off the front end compared to a traditional steel profiled barrel, directly impacting balance and carry fatigue.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for the first-time shooter or someone on a strict budget who views a firearm as purely utilitarian. It's also a poor choice for high-volume target shooting due to barrel heating characteristics of carbon-wrapped barrels and the expense of 7mm Rem Mag ammunition. If your primary use is a 100-round day at the bench, consider a heavier, steel-barreled varmint rifle. Finally, it's not for the shooter unwilling to invest in a compatible optical system—this rifle demands a scope costing at least $800 to realize its mechanical potential.

What's in the box?

You receive the bare rifle, one 3-round steel AICS-pattern magazine, and the factory-provided radial muzzle brake already installed and torqued to 25 ft-lbs. The rifle ships in a fitted hard case with foam inserts cut specifically for the chassis and its adjustable cheek riser. Documentation includes the owner’s manual and a test target, typically showing a 3-shot group at 100 yards under 0.75 MOA, fired with match-grade ammunition they used for final proofing.

Is the CT Rival FP worth it at $2,599?

At $2,599, it is worth it only if your primary metrics are weight savings and out-of-the-box precision for its intended use. You are paying for exotic material construction (titanium, carbon fiber) and the associated machining and fitting labor. For the hunter who prioritizes ounces and needs reliable first-round hits at extended ranges, this price is justifiable. For the shooter who simply needs a deer rifle, a Stevens 334 in .243 Win at one-fifth the cost is a more fiscally sound choice that will still perform admirably inside 300 yards.