Ruger® 10/22® Rifle Disassembly Tech Tip

Published on March 6, 2026
Duration: 3:16

This expert-level guide details the step-by-step disassembly of the Ruger 10/22 rifle, as demonstrated by a Ruger firearms instructor. It emphasizes crucial safety precautions, lists the necessary tools (a 5/32 Allen key and a small punch), and walks through removing the action screw, separating the stock, and disassembling the receiver components. This procedure is essential for proper cleaning and maintenance of the popular .22 LR rifle.

Quick Summary

Disassembling the Ruger 10/22 rifle requires a 5/32 Allen key and a small punch. Begin by ensuring the rifle is unloaded, then remove the action screw, separate the stock from the barreled action, and remove the receiver's cross pins and bolt stop pin. Finally, lift out the fire control group and remove the bolt and charging handle assembly.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Safety
  2. 00:10Tools Required
  3. 00:26Pre-Disassembly Safety Check
  4. 00:56Removing the Action Screw
  5. 01:10Separating Action and Stock
  6. 01:31Removing Cross Pins and Bolt Stop Pin
  7. 02:00Removing Fire Control Group
  8. 02:14Removing Bolt and Charging Handle
  9. 02:40Removing Receiver Plug
  10. 02:57Disassembly Complete

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to disassemble a Ruger 10/22 rifle?

Disassembling the Ruger 10/22 rifle requires minimal tools. You will need a 5/32 Allen key to remove the action screw and a small brass punch to remove the cross pins and bolt stop pin. Safety glasses are also strongly recommended.

What is the first safety step before disassembling a Ruger 10/22?

Before starting disassembly, always ensure the Ruger 10/22 rifle is completely unloaded. Remove the magazine, manually cycle the bolt to the rear, lock it open, and visually and physically inspect the chamber and magazine well to confirm no ammunition is present.

How do you separate the stock from the barreled action on a Ruger 10/22?

After removing the action screw and placing the safety in the neutral position, hold the barrel firmly. Then, lift the stock away from the barreled action. This will separate the two main components of the rifle.

Can I fully disassemble the fire control group of the Ruger 10/22 from this video?

This video demonstrates removing the fire control group assembly as a single unit from the receiver. It does not cover the further disassembly of the internal components of the fire control group itself, focusing on the field strip procedure for cleaning and maintenance.

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