PAL Practice
Classes of firearmsQuestion 6 of 167

How do you measure the barrel of a firearm that is not a revolver?

  1. From the muzzle to the front of the chamber.
  2. From the muzzle to the trigger guard.
  3. From the muzzle to the end of the stock.
  4. From the muzzle to and including the chamber.
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Correct answer: From the muzzle to and including the chamber.

The measure includes the chamber.

Source: Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46), Part III, s. 84(2)(b)

Practice classes of firearms

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026