The Ruger 10/22 Carbine: American Rimfire Excellence
The Ruger 10/22 Carbine represents more than six decades of proven design and manufacturing excellence. This rifle has earned its place as America's most popular .22 rimfire through consistent reliability, ease of use, and genuine value.
Design and Reliability
The 10/22's legendary action is a tried-and-true Ruger design that ensures consistent, reliable performance in virtually any condition. The cold hammer-forged barrel is locked into the receiver by a unique two-screw V-block system—a design feature that has proven itself thousands of times over.
Practical Features
- Magazine System: Patented detachable 10-round rotary magazine with unique rotor design ensures reliable feeding and smooth operation
- Safety: Positive push-button cross-bolt manual safety for intuitive operation
- Scope Mounting: Combination scope base adapter accommodates both Weaver-style and .22 tip-off scope mounts
- Magazine Release: Extended release lever provides smooth, no-fuss removal of flush-mounted magazine
- Trigger Housing: Heat-stabilized glass-filled polymer assembly offers improved manufacturing tolerances, impact resistance, and durability
Specifications
- Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
- Barrel Length: 18.5 inches
- Overall Length: 37 inches
- Weight: 5 pounds
- Finish: Satin Black
- Stock: Hardwood
- Capacity: 10 rounds
- Twist Rate: 1:16" (right-hand)
- Sights: Gold bead front, adjustable rear
- Barrel Material: Alloy steel with 6 grooves
The Right Choice
Whether you're introducing a new shooter to the sport, enjoying an afternoon of plinking, or hunting small game, the 10/22 Carbine delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from Ruger. It's a rifle that grows with you—accurate enough for serious shooting, simple enough for anyone to master.
Action:
Semi-Automatic
Barrel Description:
Alloy Steel
Barrel Description:
Satin Black Alloy Steel
Barrel Length:
18.5"
Caliber:
.22 LR
Capacity:
10
Capacity:
10+1
Hand:
Right Hand
Metal Finish:
Black
Metal Finish Group:
Blued/Black
Model:
10/22 Carbine
Overall Length:
37"
Receiver Material:
Aluminum
Safety:
Crossbolt
Sights:
Gold Bead Front/Adjustable Rear
Stock Description:
Fixed
Stock Finish Group:
Brown
Stock Finish Group:
Brown/Tan
Stock Material:
Hardwood
Stock Type:
Fixed
Trigger:
Single Stage
Twist Rate:
1:16
Weight:
5 lbs