The Aero Precision SOLUS Competition Rifle

Overview of the SOLUS Competition Rifle

The video focuses on the Aero Precision SOLUS Competition Rifle with a 20-inch barrel chambered in .308 Winchester. It is presented as a precision-oriented bolt-action platform intended for long-range target shooting rather than casual plinking. The host notes that this rifle belongs to the SOLUS competition line and emphasizes its build quality and attention to detail. A 6.5 Creedmoor variant of the SOLUS was previously featured in a bolt-action series on the main channel, where it performed very well, and that earlier video is referenced for viewers who want to see live-fire performance. This segment sets the stage for a detailed walkthrough of the rifle’s action, barrel, chassis, trigger, and stock adjustments.

Action, bolt, and barrel specifications

The SOLUS Competition Rifle uses a Remington 700 short-action footprint with a 60-degree bolt throw. It features an integral 20 MOA top rail and a three-lug interchangeable bolt head. The barrel on this .308 Winchester model has an M24 profile and is threaded 5/8x24 at the muzzle, allowing the use of compatible muzzle devices or suppressors. The barrel has a 1:10 twist rate and is finished in an elite Cerakote coating. The design focus is on precision, with the action and barrel combination intended to maximize consistency and accuracy at extended distances. The host repeatedly underscores that every component appears selected to support precise, repeatable shooting.

Chassis, grip, and mounting options

The rifle is built on the SOLUS competition chassis and incorporates features aimed at stable, supported shooting. It uses a PRS-style pistol grip with an integrated thumb rest, allowing the firing hand to stay on one side of the rifle without wrapping around the grip in a traditional manner. The thumb rest itself is adjustable, letting the shooter move it forward or backward to preference. The forend includes an ARCA rail along the bottom for quick attachment to tripods or other support equipment. M-LOK slots are present on multiple sides of the forend, and QD sling mounts are integrated for flexible sling placement. Additional QD sling points are located at the rear of the stock, giving multiple options for carry and positional shooting setups.

Magazine compatibility and trigger characteristics

The SOLUS Competition Rifle is compatible with AICS magazines and AI AW magazines. It includes an adjustable magazine catch to accommodate different magazine tolerances and ensure reliable feeding. The magazine release is ambidextrous and located at the bottom of the chassis. The rifle ships with one 10-round AICS short-action magazine, and the magwell has a slight flare to aid in faster, more forgiving reloads. The trigger is a single-stage design that the host describes as one of the nicest experienced on a factory rifle. It has virtually no perceptible take-up, breaking very lightly, estimated around one to two pounds. The trigger shoe is curved and concave with vertical texturing to provide a secure, consistent finger placement during the trigger press.

Stock adjustability and bag rider

The rear stock of the SOLUS Competition Rifle offers multiple adjustments to fit different shooters and shooting positions. The cheek riser can be raised or lowered by loosening a screw, helping align the shooter’s eye with optics mounted on the 20 MOA rail. The length of pull is adjustable by loosening and pressing a button, then extending or collapsing the rear section of the stock to achieve a comfortable shoulder position. An integrated bag rider made of polymer is molded into the bottom of the stock, providing a broad, smooth surface for use with rear support bags. This design helps manage recoil and maintain a consistent point of aim during precision shooting from prone or benchrest positions.

Controls, safety, and bolt removal

On top of the action, the rifle includes a solid metal Picatinny rail for mounting optics. The safety is positioned just behind the bolt and operates in a straightforward forward-and-back manner. A ready-to-fire indicator is visible on the top of the bolt; it shows red when the rifle is cocked and ready to fire and disappears when it is not. To remove the bolt, a button on the opposite side of the action must be pressed while the bolt is pulled rearward. The cheek riser must be raised slightly to allow the bolt to clear the stock; with the cheek riser down, the bolt cannot be removed. When properly adjusted, the bolt cycles smoothly, complementing the rifle’s precision-focused design and user-adjustable ergonomics.

Closing thoughts and performance reference

The closing segment reiterates that the Aero Precision SOLUS Competition Rifle is intended for shooters who prioritize precision and enjoy refining long-range performance. It is described as a platform suited to those who think in terms of MOA groupings and detailed ballistic calculations rather than informal plinking. The host again references the earlier bolt-action series video featuring the 6.5 Creedmoor SOLUS variant, encouraging viewers to watch that content to see the rifle in live-fire use and evaluate its performance. Viewers who own or have used the SOLUS are invited to leave reviews and comments. The video ends with a reminder to check out the broader bolt-action series for additional context on how this rifle performs alongside other precision bolt-action platforms.