A reliable, versatile, affordable, performing Ruger American rifle with a heavier contour barrel than the standard model.
Features:
- Ruger Marksman Adjustable™ trigger offers a crisp release with a pull weight that is user adjustable between 3 and 5 pounds, allowing shooters to make that perfect shot.
- Ergonomic, lightweight synthetic stock designed for quick, easy handling blends a classic look with modern forend contouring and grip serrations.
- Soft rubber buttpad is crafted for maximum recoil reduction.
- The one-piece, three-lug bolt with 70° throw provides ample scope clearance and utilizes a full diameter bolt body and dual cocking cams for smooth, easy cycling from the shoulder.
- Patented Power Bedding®, integral bedding block system positively locates the receiver and free-floats the barrel for outstanding accuracy.
- Factory-installed, one-piece Picatinny scope base.
- Outstanding accuracy helps make every hunt a success.
- Heavier tapered, threaded barrel with factory-installed thread protector is cold hammer-forged, resulting in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.
- The visible, accessible and easy-to-actuate tang safety provides instant security.
- Also includes: one magazine; sling swivel studs.
Specs:
| Action | Bolt | Bolt Throw Angle (Degrees) | 70 | |
| Canadian Legal Classification | Non-Restricted | Handedness | Right | |
| Action Size | Short | Ejection | Right | |
| Stock Material | Synthetic | Stock Finish | Moss Green | |
| Recoil Pad | Rubber | Adjustable Length of Pull | No | |
| Length of Pull (in) | 13.75 | Adjustable Comb or Cheekpiece | No | |
| Drop at Comb | Standard | Drop at Heel | Standard | |
| Grip Type | Curved Pistol Textured | Pistol Grip Cap | Ruger Logo | |
| Trigger Guard Material | Synthetic | Trigger Guard Engraving | None | |
| Trigger Type | Ruger Marksman Adjustable | Trigger Material | Metal | |
| Trigger Finish | Black/Silver | Min Trigger Pull (lbs) | 3 | |
| Max Trigger Pull (lbs) | 5 | Magazine Compatibility | Modular Magwell; Ruger American (Pre-installed), AI (Sold Seperately) | |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Rotary Single Feed Box Flush | Magazine Capacity | 4 | |
| Magazine Release | Magazine Mounted Centered Pull Lever | Magazine Floorplate Material | Synthetic | |
| Forend Material | Synthetic | Forend Finish | Moss Green | |
| Receiver Material | Metal | Receiver Finish | Matte Black | |
| Safety | Receiver Mounted 2 Position Tang | Bolt Knob Type | Rounded Smooth | |
| Bolt Type | 1 Piece | Optic Interface | Pre-installed Picatinny Rail | |
| Rear Sight | None | Front Sight | None | |
| Barrel Material | Alloy Steel | Barrel Finish | Matte Black | |
| Barrel Countour | Heavy Tapered | Twist Rate (in) | 1:8 RH | |
| Grooves | 5 | Muzzle Device | Thread Protector | |
| Thread (in) | 5/8 – 24 | Overall Length (in) | 42 | |
| Weight (lbs) | 6.6 | Accessory Interface | Sling Stud Buttstock, Forend |
Additional Information:
| Model Number | 6973 |
| Box SKU | 06973 |
| Distributor Item Number | 340-06973 |
Disclaimer:
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