Building The LIGHTEST Ruger 10/22 Ever Made!

Published on September 21, 2018
Duration: 12:33

This guide details the assembly and troubleshooting of an ultra-lightweight custom Ruger 10/22 build, featuring no original Ruger parts. The process involves fitting aftermarket components like the Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel, Magpul stock, Volquartsen trigger and bolt, and Brownells receiver. It highlights common fitment issues, ergonomic adjustments, trigger performance, and essential maintenance for reliability, drawing on the high expertise of the Tactical Toolbox host in custom firearm assembly.

Quick Summary

This custom Ruger 10/22 build is the lightest ever created by using no original Ruger parts, featuring a 15 oz Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel, Magpul stock, Volquartsen trigger/bolt, and Brownells receiver. Initial reliability issues were resolved with thorough cleaning and lubrication of the Volquartsen bolt.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Build Overview
  2. 02:19Assembly & Troubleshooting
  3. 03:03Trigger Performance
  4. 06:12Reliability & Maintenance
  5. 09:40Future Upgrades

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Ruger 10/22 build the lightest?

This custom build achieves its ultra-lightweight status by utilizing no original Ruger parts. It features components like the Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel (15 oz), a Magpul stock, a Volquartsen trigger and bolt, and a Brownells receiver, all selected for their low weight and performance characteristics.

How was the trigger performance on this custom 10/22 build?

The Volquartsen trigger group installed in this build yielded a pull weight of just under 2 pounds. The host noted a crisp break and a short reset, indicating excellent trigger performance suitable for competition or precision shooting.

What troubleshooting steps were necessary for this lightweight 10/22 build?

Initial range testing revealed cycling malfunctions. The primary troubleshooting step involved a thorough cleaning and heavy lubrication of the Volquartsen competition bolt assembly, which resolved the reliability issues and ensured smooth operation.

What are the key aftermarket components used in this lightweight 10/22 build?

The build features a Tactical Solutions X-Ring barrel, a Magpul stock, a Volquartsen trigger group and competition bolt, and a Brownells BRN-22 receiver. An optic like the Holosun 510C is also mounted.

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