Ruger "American" Rimfire Rifle 17HMR (with accuracy testing)

Published on September 22, 2022
Duration: 16:50

This review covers the Ruger American Rimfire rifle in .17 HMR, detailing its features, included accessories, and performance. The presenter, Ozzie, provides accuracy testing results at 50 and 100 yards with various ammunition types, ultimately recommending the Hornady V-Max for zeroing the rifle. He highlights the rifle's budget-friendly nature, robust synthetic stock, and the availability of high-capacity magazines from Victor Precision as key advantages.

Quick Summary

The Ruger American Rimfire in .17 HMR features a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and an adjustable Marksman trigger. Accuracy testing revealed that the Hornady 17-grain V-Max ammunition achieved a 1-inch group at 100 yards, making it suitable for zeroing. High-capacity magazines from Victor Precision are available, offering up to 26 rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:48Introduction to Ruger American Rimfire .17 HMR
  2. 00:55Included Accessories and Features
  3. 01:49Barrel and Sights Specifications
  4. 02:32Receiver and Optics Mounting
  5. 03:16Bolt Action and Reliability
  6. 03:50Safety Features and Trigger
  7. 04:43Magazine Release and Capacity
  8. 05:06High-Capacity Magazine Options (Victor Precision)
  9. 05:44Synthetic Stock Durability
  10. 06:34Ruger Value Proposition
  11. 07:00Accuracy Testing Setup and Ammunition
  12. 10:0750-Yard Accuracy Results
  13. 12:02100-Yard Accuracy Results
  14. 12:30Magazine Loading and Functionality
  15. 14:15Final Thoughts and .22 Magnum vs .17 HMR

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Ruger American Rimfire in .17 HMR?

The Ruger American Rimfire in .17 HMR features a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, interchangeable stock modules for scope or open sight use, a 60-degree bolt throw, and the adjustable Ruger Marksman trigger. It also includes high-visibility open sights and a 3/8-inch rimfire scope base machined into the receiver.

How accurate is the Ruger American Rimfire .17 HMR?

Accuracy testing showed varied results. At 50 yards, the Remington 17-grain Accu-Tip grouped at 0.7 inches. At 100 yards, the Hornady 17-grain V-Max achieved a 1-inch group, which the reviewer selected for zeroing the rifle.

What ammunition was used for accuracy testing the Ruger American Rimfire .17 HMR?

The ammunition tested included Remington 17-grain Accu-Tip, Federal 17-grain V-Max, Hornady 17-grain V-Max, Hornady 20-grain XTP, and CCI 20-grain Game Point. The Hornady 17-grain V-Max and Remington 17-grain Accu-Tip showed the most promise.

Are there high-capacity magazine options for the Ruger American Rimfire .17 HMR?

Yes, while the rifle comes standard with a 9-round rotary magazine, Victor Precision offers high-capacity magazines in Australia, including a 26-round option for the .17 HMR, significantly increasing shooting capacity.

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