Shoots AK Ammo 1 MOA: Ruger American 7.62x39mm! [FULL REVIEW]

Published on February 3, 2018
Duration: 39:41

The Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39mm offers sub-MOA accuracy, significantly outperforming typical AK-47 platforms. While it uses reliable Mini Thirty magazines, it can experience light primer strikes with some steel-cased ammo due to a potentially weak firing pin spring. The rifle features an adjustable trigger, free-floated barrel, and a smooth bolt action.

Quick Summary

The Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39mm offers impressive sub-MOA accuracy, significantly outperforming standard AK-47 platforms. It features an adjustable trigger, free-floated barrel, and uses reliable Mini Thirty magazines, though light primer strikes with some steel-cased ammo are a potential concern.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & GRV Philosophy
  2. 04:23Caliber Selection & Market Comparison
  3. 12:16Accuracy Testing: Bolt Action vs. AK
  4. 18:51Rifle Features & Ergonomics
  5. 21:18Magazine System & Reliability Concerns

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39mm?

The Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39mm is highly accurate, consistently achieving sub-MOA groups. It significantly outperforms typical AK-47 platforms, which usually produce 3-4 MOA groups. This bolt-action rifle can shoot high-quality loads into a single hole at 25 yards and maintain excellent precision at 300 yards.

What are the key features of the Ruger American Ranch 7.62x39mm?

It features an FDE synthetic stock, a free-floated cold hammer-forged barrel, and the user-adjustable 'Ruger Marksman Adjustable' trigger (3-5 lbs). The bolt has a 70-degree throw for scope clearance and a three-lug design for smooth cycling. It utilizes reliable Ruger Mini Thirty magazines.

Does the Ruger American Ranch 7.62x39mm have any reliability issues?

While generally reliable and using proven Mini Thirty magazines, the rifle can experience light primer strikes with certain steel-cased Russian ammunition. This suggests a need for a stronger firing pin spring to ensure 100% ignition with hard military primers, though the issue was infrequent.

Why choose the 7.62x39mm caliber for the Ruger American Ranch?

The 7.62x39mm caliber was chosen for its affordability, the effectiveness of a .30 caliber slug out to 300 yards, and the widespread availability of inexpensive Russian steel-cased ammunition. It offers a good balance of power and cost for a bolt-action rifle.

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