NRA Gun of the Week: Ruger Precision Rimfire Rifle

Published on July 20, 2018
Duration: 5:59

This video reviews the Ruger Precision Rimfire rifle, highlighting its design as an understudy for centerfire precision rifles. Key features include a chassis-style stock, adjustable components mimicking larger rifles, and a bolt with extended travel for training purposes. The rifle is chambered in .22 Long Rifle and features a hammer-forged barrel with a threaded muzzle.

Quick Summary

The Ruger Precision Rimfire is an excellent trainer for centerfire precision rifles, offering similar ergonomics and feel. Key features include a chassis-style stock, adjustable cheek piece, and an innovative bolt modification that extends travel to mimic centerfire actions, enabling low-cost practice with familiar controls.

Chapters

  1. 00:21Introduction to Ruger Precision Rimfire
  2. 00:35Chassis and Fore-end Design
  3. 00:49Barrel Attachment System
  4. 00:54Bolt Action and American Action
  5. 01:08Trainer Rifle Concept
  6. 01:22Extended Bolt Travel Feature
  7. 02:21Buttstock and Cheek Piece
  8. 02:46Sling Points and Monopod Rail
  9. 02:56Fore-end and Bipod Attachment
  10. 03:14Barrel Specifications
  11. 03:24Bolt Release Location
  12. 03:38Marksman Trigger and Safety
  13. 03:53Safety Selector
  14. 04:14Teaching Marksmanship
  15. 04:26Understudy for Centerfire Rifles
  16. 04:34Optics and Rail Incline
  17. 05:14Overall Impression and Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ruger Precision Rimfire a good trainer for centerfire rifles?

The Ruger Precision Rimfire is designed to mimic the feel and ergonomics of larger centerfire precision rifles. It features an adjustable stock, a similar bolt release location, and a unique bolt modification that allows for extended bolt travel, replicating the operation of centerfire actions for effective, low-cost practice.

What are the key construction features of the Ruger Precision Rimfire?

The rifle utilizes a glass-filled nylon chassis with an aluminum fore-end. It employs an AR-style barrel attachment system and features an 18-inch hammer-forged barrel that is threaded for suppressors or muzzle devices. The stock is adjustable for cheek height and placement.

Can I use my centerfire rifle scope on the Ruger Precision Rimfire?

Yes, the Ruger Precision Rimfire is designed to accommodate centerfire rifle scopes. It comes with a 30 MOA incline built into the top receiver rail, which helps to compensate for the trajectory of .22 LR ammunition at longer ranges, allowing for effective practice with your primary optic.

What is the adjustable bolt travel feature on the Ruger Precision Rimfire?

The standard bolt travel on the Ruger Precision Rimfire is similar to a typical .22 LR. However, by removing a small spring steel clip (easily done with a tool), the bolt travel can be extended to nearly three inches, closely matching the throw of a centerfire rifle bolt for realistic training.

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