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Ruger 10/22 Carbine
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Ruger 10/22 Carbine

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Β· Est. 1964 Β· MSRP $279–$349
10+1 (factory), 25+ (aftermarket)
CAPACITY
18.5"
BARREL
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
$279–$349
MSRP

The Ruger 10/22 has been in continuous production since 1964, making it one of the most produced semi-automatic rifles in history. Its rotary magazine design (BX-1) feeds .22 LR with exceptional reliability, avoiding the feeding issues that plague box magazines with the rimmed .22 cartridge. At 5 lbs and virtually no recoil, it is the definitive introduction platform for new shooters.

The 10/22's true secret weapon is its aftermarket ecosystem β€” arguably the deepest of any firearm in history relative to its price. Volquartsen triggers, Kidd match barrels, Boyds stocks, and a dozen chassis systems transform the platform from a $300 plinker to a legitimate precision rifle. The 10/22 in competition configuration regularly outperforms purpose-built precision .22 rifles costing twice as much.

βœ“ STRENGTHS
Best .22 platform ever made β€” period
Deepest aftermarket of any rifle
5 lbs weight ideal for new shooters
Rotary magazine feeds .22 reliably
Affordable operation: ~$0.07/round
βœ— WEAKNESSES
Limited to .22 LR (obvious constraint)
Factory trigger mediocre (easy and cheap to upgrade)
10-round factory magazine (higher capacity available)

VARIANTS

10/22 Carbine (standard)10/22 Takedown10/22 Target (heavy barrel)10/22 Competition10/22 SporterCharger Pistol (10.5" barrel)

COMMON USES

Training and practiceSmall game and squirrel huntingCompetition (.22 rimfire events)Youth introduction to shootingPlinking
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