Ruger 10/22
Sturm, Ruger & Co. · Rifle · In Production · 1964
Also known as: 10/22, Ten Twenty-Two
Overview
The Ruger 10/22 is a revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle, produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. The 10-round cylinder provides enhanced capacity for a revolver of this class, with the inherent reliability and simplicity that has kept the revolver platform relevant for over a century and a half.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2268 g (80.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 940 mm (37.01") |
| Barrel Length | 470 mm (18.50") |
| Height | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Width | 33 mm (1.30") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 208 J (153 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1200 m (1312 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6×15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Rotary Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety, Magazine Disconnect
- Features: Rotary Magazine, V Block Barrel Mounting, Adjustable Sights, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Receiver Scope Base
Variants
- Ruger 10/22 Takedown — Takedown
- Ruger 10/22 Tactical — Tactical
- Ruger 10/22 Competition — Competition
- Ruger 10/22 Compact — Compact
- Ruger 10/22 Lite — Lightweight
Service history
Operators
- United States Civilian Market · adopted 1964
- Various Law Enforcement Training
Production
Estimated total produced: 7,000,000 · Production years: 1964-present
Over 7 million produced since 1964, making it one of the most successful rifles in American history
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: William B. Ruger
Notes
The 10/22 has one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems of any firearm, with thousands of custom parts available. The rifle's receiver features integral scope mounting provisions. Production has been continuous since 1964, making it one of the longest-running firearm designs. The Takedown variant (2012) allows the rifle to be separated into barrel and action/stock components for compact storage.
Background
The Ruger 10/22 has one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems of any firearm ever made, with thousands of custom parts available from stocks to triggers to barrels. It is often called 'America's favorite rimfire rifle' and is typically the first firearm recommended for new shooters learning to handle a rifle.