Century Arms C93 Sporter 5.56x45mm 16” Semi-Auto Roller Delay Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,325.00
LSB#: LSB260221TP006
Make: Century Arms Inc.
Model: C93 Sporter
Serial Number: C9301 236
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, roller delay blowback operated rifle fed by detachable magazines.
Markings: The right side of the magwell is marked with the Century Arms rollmark. The top of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The trigger housing is marked, “S F”
Barrel Length: 16”, 17.5” w/ flash hider.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a hooded post set into the triple frame. The rear sight is a four-position rotating diopter drum fixed to the receiver. There is a lug and mounting points for an optic/rail built into the receiver.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle has a three piece black polymer furniture set with a bipod cut textured handguard w/ 3-point sling attachment on the left side, folding carry handle, non-grooved pistol grip, and dropped comb stock with a serrated plastic buttplate. There are light to moderate scratches and pressure dents throughout. There are no chips or cracks but there are a few gouges. The LOP is 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. Overall this furniture set is in about Very Good condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 4x 40rd 5.56 Magazines in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore but there is some 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 light scratches and wear marks throughout. The action has light wear. The pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action does not function correctly as the bolt head and body are in contact. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. There is no bolt gap, please have a competent gunsmith look this rifle over before use.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: 4x Magazines.
Our Assessment: The Century Arms C93 Sporter is a semi-automatic rifle patterned after the HK93, itself derived from the G3 platform developed by Heckler and Koch. At the heart of this design is the roller-delayed blowback system, a mechanically distinct action that uses rollers to delay bolt movement, allowing safe operation without the need for a gas system. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, a cartridge introduced in the mid-20th century and widely adopted for its flat trajectory and manageable recoil, the C93 offers a familiar and effective configuration rooted in proven military design. The 16 inch barrel with flash hider and classic HK-style controls maintain the lineage of this platform while adapting it for modern sporting use. This example remains in excellent overall condition, retaining approximately 98 percent of its original parkerized finish with light scratches and handling marks throughout. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and only minor fouling present, supporting strong performance potential. The black polymer furniture shows light to moderate wear, including scratches, pressure dents, and a few gouges, while remaining structurally sound. Features such as the bipod-cut handguard, integrated sling attachment, folding carry handle, and 13.75 inch length of pull contribute to a practical and well-configured rifle. The hooded front sight and four-position rotating diopter rear drum provide a precise and repeatable sight picture consistent with the platform’s intended design.
This rifle is being offered as a project or gunsmith special due to a mechanical issue, as the bolt head and carrier are in contact and the action does not currently function correctly. While the rifle retains strong cosmetic condition and includes four 40-round magazines, it will require evaluation and correction by a competent gunsmith prior to use. As such, it presents an opportunity to acquire a roller-delayed platform with solid exterior condition that may be restored or utilized for parts. -R.E.