Ruger American Rifles! .223 Remington, 7.62x39, .22LR and one more! Bolt actions on a warm Saturday!

Published on March 14, 2021
Duration: 23:10

This video reviews several Ruger American rifles, focusing on the new 450 Bushmaster model. The presenter details the process of sighting in the 450 Bushmaster at 25, 50, and 100 yards, noting its significant recoil and muzzle blast. The review also touches upon the magazine feeding issues and the effectiveness of the factory muzzle brake.

Quick Summary

The Ruger American rifle series is presented in various calibers including .22LR, 7.62x39mm, .223 Remington, and the potent 450 Bushmaster. The .223 model accepts AR-15 magazines, while the 7.62x39mm uses Mini-30 magazines. The 450 Bushmaster exhibits substantial recoil and muzzle blast, with potential magazine feeding challenges.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ruger American Rifles Overview
  2. 00:16Ruger American Rimfire Predator (.22LR)
  3. 00:36Ruger American Ranch (7.62x39mm)
  4. 00:54Ruger American Predator (.223 Remington)
  5. 01:07New Ruger American 450 Bushmaster Introduction
  6. 01:31Search for a .308 Rifle
  7. 01:57Glory Guns and Ammo Visit
  8. 02:25Ruger American Ranch 450 Bushmaster Details
  9. 02:46450 Bushmaster vs. 308 Ammunition Pricing
  10. 03:21Sighting In the 450 Bushmaster
  11. 05:04450 Bushmaster Cartridge & Bullet Details
  12. 05:33Scope Choice for 450 Bushmaster
  13. 06:20First Shot with 450 Bushmaster (25 Yards)
  14. 06:50Magazine Feeding Issues
  15. 07:3850 Yards Shooting
  16. 08:54Bullseye Hit at 50 Yards
  17. 09:39Zeroing at 100 Yards Preparation
  18. 11:40100 Yards Shooting
  19. 12:13Loading Rounds Technique
  20. 12:22Aiming for Center at 100 Yards
  21. 17:52Outro & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers are available for the Ruger American rifle series discussed in the video?

The video covers Ruger American rifles in .22LR (Rimfire Predator), 7.62x39mm (Ranch), .223 Remington (Predator), and the powerful 450 Bushmaster (Ranch).

What are the magazine types used by the Ruger American rifles mentioned?

The Ruger American Rimfire Predator in .22LR uses 10/22 magazines. The 7.62x39mm Ranch model uses Mini-30 magazines, and the .223 Remington Predator model uses AR-15 magazines.

What were the presenter's observations on the 450 Bushmaster's recoil and muzzle blast?

The presenter noted that the 450 Bushmaster has significant recoil, comparable to a Mosin-Nagant, and an extremely large muzzle blast that can knock over nearby objects.

Are there any feeding issues with the Ruger American 450 Bushmaster?

Yes, the presenter experienced feeding difficulties with the 450 Bushmaster, attributing it to the magazine's steep loading ramp and design, which can cause rounds to tip improperly.

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