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Make: Bushmaster Firearms International Inc.
Model: BACR Standard
Serial Number: ACRC001084
Year of Manufacture: Circa, 2010s
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Action Type: Semi-Auto Short Stroke Adjustable Gas Piston Rifle with Detachable Magazine
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked with the serial number, “ACRC001084”. The left side of the receiver is marked with the BFI rollmark and, “MODEL-BACR CALIBER-MULTI”. The barrel is marked, “B MP 5.56 NATO 1/9”.The bolt is marked, “MULTI-CAL”.
Barrel Length: 16.5” 18” with A2 Flash Hider.
Sights / Optics: The top of the rifle has a 16.5” picatinny rail section fixed to the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle has a three piece black polymer set with a M-Lok forend, textured pistol grip integral to the lower, and a fixed stock with an adjustable comb and a serrated hard rubber buttplate. The bottom of the pistol grip has a seal storage container for 2 CR123 batteries. There are light handling marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. There are sling QD hardponts behind the forend and at the heel of the stock on both sides of the rifle. The LOP measures 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock rates in Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Black Polymer, Anodized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some very light stubborn fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are faint handling marks and scratches throughout. The action has light wear. The markings are clear. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good + condition.
Mechanics: The action functions properly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. The magazine release is a California compliant bullet button style locked piece.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included with this item is a photocopy of a hand-written letter from Paul Walker Sr. discussing his son’s firearms and shooting experiences. We thank Mr. Walker Sr. for trusting us to help with his son’s collection.
Our Assessment: The Bushmaster ACR (Adaptive Combat Rifle) was born out of an ambitious joint venture between Magpul and Bushmaster, seeking to create a modular weapon platform capable of adapting to nearly any mission or environment. Originally designed by Magpul as the Masada, the rifle was later licensed to Bushmaster for production, who introduced it as the ACR. The concept centered around quick-change barrels and tool-free conversion between calibers and configurations, all while using a short-stroke gas piston operating system for cleaner and more reliable function. The result was a highly adaptable rifle that drew widespread attention from the firearms industry and military evaluators alike. This particular example, the BACR Standard, is an early production model featuring a 16.5” barrel with an A2 flash hider, 1:9 twist rate, and polymer furniture with integral M-LOK slots. The modular lower features an ambidextrous magazine release, bolt catch, and fire selector. The fixed stock with adjustable cheek riser and rubber buttplate offers a comfortable, stable shooting platform. Its anodized and polymer finishes are in excellent condition, and the bore is nearly pristine. Adding further distinction, this rifle comes from the personal collection of the late Paul Walker, the actor and enthusiast known for his deep passion for cars, motorcycles, and firearms. Its provenance adds both emotional and collector appeal, offering a tangible link to a figure beloved by fans around the world.
For collectors and shooters who appreciate the evolution of modular rifle systems, the Bushmaster ACR stands as a hallmark of what could have been a dominant platform in the AR alternative space. It combines the aesthetics of modern battlefield rifles with a forward-thinking engineering approach. As factory-produced models become less common and aftermarket support grows, the ACR has started to gain cult status among those who value its engineering pedigree and futuristic intent. Whether used as a dependable range rifle or set aside as a collectible piece of early 21st-century firearms design—especially with its Paul Walker lineage—this ACR offers uncommon capability, provenance, and appeal.