The Ruger 1022 has been around for more than half a century, and it is still the most popular and reliable rimfire rifle on the market.
The 10/22 is a very reliable and accurate rifle, ideal for a wide range of applications from plinking and target practice to small game hunting and pest control.
One of the best things about the 10/22 is that it has incredible aftermarket support, with a wide variety of stocks, sights, barrels, and other accessories available on the market. In fact, it is one of the most customizable rifles available on the market right now.
Ruger 10/22 Tactical MODEL NUMBER: 1261 | CALIBER: 22 LR Source: Ruger.com
Ruger 10/22 in one of our Exactus walnut stocks.
The Ruger 10/22 was introduced in 1964. Back then, the company had no idea that it would become the most popular semi-automatic rimfire rifle in the world. Now, the Ruger 10/22 is available in a wide range of models and configurations, with various stocks, finishes, sights, and barrels.
Here are the most common Ruger 10/22 models you can find on the market.
Drawing of the original 10/22 Patent deposited by Ruger in 1964. Source: americanrifleman.org
There comes a time in almost every rifle shooter’s life when they just aren’t satisfied with their OEM rifle stock. It might be too heavy. It might be too flimsy. It might swell and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. It might even be ugly. Whatever the reason, most of us look for a stock that better suits our needs and desires.
Here’s what you should be looking for when you decide to buy your aftermarket rifle stock.
• Magazine: Ruger 10/22 magazines and clones compatible with the factory model
• Action Ruger 10/22 Action and clones compatible with the factory model. We do not accommodate the Bergara BXR or the KIDD actions with a tang.
• Bottom Metal No
• Bolt release configurations No
• Supported Barrel Straight / Pencil / Match
• CalibersAccepted .22LR
The 10/22 RB rimfire is the basic model of the Ruger 10/22. It comes with a simple hardwood stock and has a compact design. The barrel has a blued finish, whereas the receiver has a satin black finish.
Doubts? Contact usAs the maker suggests, the Ruger 10/22 Competition is designed for competition shooters. It comes with an enhanced BX-Trigger and a heat-treated and nitrided CNC-machined match bolt for a smooth and fast shooting experience. The free-floating barrel is fluted to decrease weight.
The 10/22 Competition has a competition stock, with a two-way adjustable cheek rest, and a padded back.
The 10/22 Takedown is designed to break down into two parts, which are very simple and easy to reassemble. It is an excellent backpack rifle, with all the features of a standard 10/22
Doubts? Contact usThe 10/22 target and target Lite are made specifically for target shooting. It features a heavy 20" bull barrel and is only usable with scopes. Both the Target and Target Lite have a standard laminate stock, however, the Target lite has a thumbhole design.
Doubts? Contact usThis is the compact version of the standard Ruger 10/22, it has an overall length of 34 inches and a 16.1-inch long barrel.
Doubts? Contact usThe Ruger 10/22 Tactical is an excellent choice for hunting, target practice, and competitive shooting. It has a top Picatinny rail for mounting various optics and comes with an A2 style flash hider as well. You can also install a pistol grip and tactical stock on it for a more tactical appearance.
Doubts? Contact usRuger 10/22 Sporter comes with a checkered walnut stock for better grip and offers the trademark performance and reliability of rogers timeless design in a lightweight package, ideal for sport shooting and target practice.
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