A muzzle brake is attached to the muzzle of a firearm in order to redirect propellant gasses upward and outward. This reduces the amount of recoil or backward momentum experienced by the shooter. Muzzle brakes can also help minimize the rise of the barrel during firing, which keeps the sights on target for follow-up shots. They are especially helpful for rifles that are chambered in powerful calibers, such as .30-06 Springfield or .300 Winchester Magnum.
Martin Mapa Answered question September 15, 2022