What are the three main parts of a rifle?

Stock, action, and barrel.

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  1. Scope, sling, and case
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Why: A rifle's main parts are the stock, action, and barrel, each with a distinct function.

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Answer: Stock, action, and barrel. A rifle's main parts are the stock, action, and barrel, each with a distinct function.

  1. Scouting America: Rifle Shooting www.scouting.org/merit-badges/rifle-shooting
    Identify the three main parts of a rifle, and tell how they function
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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