Volquartsen Superlite
Volquartsen Firearms · Rifle · In Production · 2015
Also known as: Superlite Rifle
Overview
The Volquartsen Superlite is a lightweight semi-automatic rimfire rifle described by the company as a great plinker or hunting rifle that is a breeze to carry and shoot. It features a CNC-machined Type III hard-anodized aluminum receiver, a lightweight THM tension barrel threaded into the receiver, an integral Picatinny rail, the TG2000 trigger group, and a removable Forward Blow Compensator. Available in .22 LR, .17 HMR, and .22 WMR with Hogue stocks, lightweight thumbhole stocks, or chassis options.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2041 g (72.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 940 mm (37.01") |
| Barrel Length | 419 mm (16.50") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 10 N (2.2 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 |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Laminate |
| Finish | Black Anodized |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
- .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire — also known as .17 HMR, 17 HMR
- .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire — also known as .22 WMR, .22 Magnum, 22 Mag, 22 WMR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Rotary Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety
- Features: Thm Tension Barrel, Cnc Machined Receiver, Tg2000 Trigger, Integral Picatinny Rail, Threaded Barrel, Forward Blow Compensator
Service history
Operators
- United States Civilian / Competitive Market · adopted 2015
Production
Production years: 2015-present
Premium small-batch production by Volquartsen Firearms
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Volquartsen Firearms
Notes
MSRP approximately $1,657-$2,045. The Superlite barreled action is also the basis for the VM-22. Uses Ruger 10/22 rotary magazines. 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.