Ruger American Rimfire. As good as a Precision Rimfire for the average shooter? Could be!

Published on February 7, 2021
Duration: 22:26

This review of the Ruger American Rimfire highlights its surprising accuracy for its price point, with the reviewer achieving sub-inch groups at 50 yards with CCI Standard Velocity ammunition. While 100-yard performance was less impressive due to wind and potential scope adjustment needs, the rifle demonstrated excellent reliability and a pleasing trigger feel. The reviewer suggests it's a viable alternative to more expensive precision rimfires for the average shooter.

Quick Summary

The Ruger American Rimfire offers surprising accuracy for its price, achieving sub-inch groups at 50 yards with CCI Standard Velocity ammunition. While 100-yard performance was affected by wind and scope adjustments, its reliability and trigger make it a viable option for average shooters seeking precision without a high cost.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Range Conditions
  2. 00:22Acquiring the Ruger American Rimfire
  3. 00:51Scope and Rings Setup
  4. 01:27Monadnock Firearms Store Mention
  5. 02:29Magazine Compatibility (10/22)
  6. 03:14First Shots with CCI Quiet-22
  7. 04:19Trigger Impression
  8. 05:04Switching to CCI Standard Velocity
  9. 05:3550 Yard Shooting with Standard Velocity
  10. 06:32Impressive 50 Yard Groups
  11. 08:36Sights Dead On at 50 Yards
  12. 08:57100 Yard Shooting Attempt
  13. 09:21Chambering Issues with Standard Velocity
  14. 09:49100 Yard Performance with Standard Velocity
  15. 10:38Return to 50 Yards Fun
  16. 11:32Overall Impression - Accuracy
  17. 13:19Reviewing 50 Yard Targets
  18. 14:20Reviewing 100 Yard Targets
  19. 14:49Trying High Velocity Ammo at 100 Yards
  20. 16:54Testing Yellow Jacket Hyper Velocity
  21. 18:42Poor 100 Yard Groups Today
  22. 19:22Back to CCI Standard Velocity at 50 Yards
  23. 19:49Tack Driver at 50 Yards
  24. 21:04Atrocious Targets at 100 Yards
  25. 21:50Conclusion and Final Thoughts
  26. 21:57Encouragement to Shoot

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the Ruger American Rimfire at 50 yards?

The Ruger American Rimfire demonstrated impressive accuracy at 50 yards, with the reviewer achieving groups that were often sub-inch, and sometimes as small as three-quarters of an inch. Multiple groups showed all five shots touching.

How does the Ruger American Rimfire compare to a Ruger Precision Rimfire?

For the average shooter, the reviewer found the groups achieved with the Ruger American Rimfire at 50 yards to be comparable to those from their Ruger Precision Rimfire, suggesting it's a strong contender for its price point.

What ammunition performed best in the Ruger American Rimfire?

CCI Standard Velocity ammunition yielded the best results, producing tight groups at 50 yards. CCI Quiet-22 also performed reliably, while higher velocity rounds did not significantly improve 100-yard accuracy in this test.

What are the potential drawbacks of the Ruger American Rimfire?

The reviewer noted occasional difficulty chambering CCI Standard Velocity ammunition, and 100-yard accuracy was significantly impacted by wind and the need for proper scope zeroing. The rifle's stock scope rings were also described as inexpensive.

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