Volquartsen Scorpion
Volquartsen Firearms · Pistol · In Production · 2018
Also known as: Scorpion LLV, Scorpion-X
Overview
The Volquartsen Scorpion is a premium .22 Long Rifle competition target pistol that pairs a lightweight aluminum 1911-style VF Target Frame with a match-grade LLV Competition Pistol Upper. The stainless steel barrel features a laser-hardened breech enclosed in a Type III hard-anodized aluminum shroud, and a DLC-coated competition bolt cycles inside. Available with 3 inch, 4.5 inch, or 6 inch barrels, the Scorpion is built for NRA Bullseye, Steel Challenge, and rimfire precision disciplines. The TG2000 trigger group delivers a crisp 2.25 lb pull, and the threaded muzzle accepts a single-port compensator or suppressor.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1021 g (36.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 279 mm (10.98") |
| Barrel Length | 114 mm (4.49") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 32 mm (1.26") |
| Sight Radius | 210 mm (8.27") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 10 N (2.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 340 m/s (1115 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 150 J (111 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Slide Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Black Anodized |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Llv Competition Upper, Threaded Barrel, Single Port Compensator, Dlc Coated Bolt, Tg2000 Trigger, Fiber Optic Sights, Picatinny Optic Mount, 1911 Style Grip Frame
Variants
- Volquartsen Scorpion-X — Optics Ready
- Volquartsen Mini Scorpion-X — Compact
Service history
Operators
- United States Civilian / Competitive Market · adopted 2018
Production
Production years: 2018-present
Premium small-batch production by Volquartsen Firearms
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Volquartsen Firearms
Notes
MSRP approximately $1,417-$1,972 depending on barrel length and finish. Ships with two 10-round magazines. The Scorpion-X variant adds expanded optic-mounting options, and the Mini Scorpion-X uses a compact 3 inch barrel (~793 g). Available finishes include Battleworn, OD Green, and American Flag. Must ship to an FFL dealer.
Background
Volquartsen Firearms was founded by Tom Volquartsen in 1974 in Carroll, Iowa, and built its reputation accurizing the Ruger 10/22 and Ruger Mark-series rimfires into match-grade competition platforms. The company is widely regarded as the benchmark for premium rimfire performance.