The Sturm, Ruger 10/22 Rifle and .44 Magnum Carbine - Paper Back Book Add to Watch List Watching View Watchlist >

The Ruger 10/22 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle. It has a removable 10-round (or 5-round) rotary magazine which allows the magazine to fit flush with the bottom of the stock. High capacity magazines are also available. A magnum version, chambered for the .22 WMR cartridge, was made from 1998 to 2006, and a .17 HMR version, the 10/17 was announced in 2004, but this model is no longer in production. The standard version has been in production since 1964. The 10/22 is available in a wide variety of configurations. As of 2008, the Ruger catalog shows nine current and two discontinued variations, all in .22LR. Wooden stocks are available in standard, deluxe versions and International versions, in addition to laminated wood and black synthetic. The standard"Carbine" barrel length is 18 1/2 inches, while the "Rifle" version has a 20 inch barrel, and the "Compact Rifle" has a 16 1/8 inch barrel, and a shorter stock. A target model is available with a 20 inch bull barrel with no sights. There is also a 22 inch barrel version, but Wal-Mart is the exclusive dealer for this model. The .22 Long Rifle version uses an aluminum receiver, while the .22 WMR version uses a steel receiver with integral scope bases. Legendary reliability and classic design are the hallmarks of the Ruger 10/22 rifle and its forerunner, the .44 Magnum Carbine. In this in-depth look at both weapons, noted firearms author Duncan Long covers specs, troubleshooting, ammo and accessories– this book's got it all!