Ruger 10/22
- Category
- Rifle
- Barrel
- 470 mm
- Weight, empty
- 2.27 kg
- Introduced
- 1964
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Ruger 10/22 is a revolver chambered in .22 Long Rifle, produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. since 1964. This American-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. The 10-round cylinder provides enhanced capacity for a revolver of this class, with the inherent reliability and simplicity that has kept the revolver platform relevant for over a century and a half. The striker-fired action provides a consistent trigger pull for every shot, simplifying training and reducing the manual of arms - a design philosophy that has become the dominant paradigm in modern defensive handguns. The 18.5-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. At 2268g (80.0 oz), this is a substantial firearm whose weight contributes to reduced felt recoil and enhanced stability during precision shooting. The aluminum alloy frame achieves a notable weight reduction compared to all-steel construction while maintaining the structural rigidity required for safe, reliable operation. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
The Ruger 10/22 has one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems of any firearm ever made, with thousands of custom parts available from stocks to triggers to barrels. It is often called 'America's favorite rimfire rifle' and is typically the first firearm recommended for new shooters learning to handle a rifle.
The 10/22 has one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems of any firearm, with thousands of custom parts available. The rifle's receiver features integral scope mounting provisions. Production has been continuous since 1964, making it one of the longest-running firearm designs. The Takedown variant (2012) allows the rifle to be separated into barrel and action/stock components for compact storage.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Sturm, Ruger & Co.
- Category
- Rifle
- Country
- United States
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 1964
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 470 mm
- Overall length
- 940 mm
- Height
- 127 mm
- Width
- 33 mm
- Weight, empty
- 2.27 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Blowback
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Trigger pull
- 27.0 N
- Capacity
- 10
- Magazine
- Rotary
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Aluminum
- Barrel
- Steel
- Stock
- Wood
- Finish
- Blued
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 400 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 208 J
- Effective range
- 100 m
- Maximum range
- 1200 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
No load solved for this record yetThe flight path is computed from a cartridge and a bullet. This record has no ammunition filed against its chambering, so there is nothing to solve.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Rotary magazine
V block barrel mounting
Adjustable sights
Cold hammer forged barrel
Receiver scope base
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 215 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 2.27 kg | 2.61 kg | Lighter than about 80% |
| Overall lengthAmong 207 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 940 mm | 1016 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 228 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 470 mm | 547 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 231 .22 Long Rifle rifles | 10 | 6 | Holds more rounds than about 70% |
Answers
Questions about the Ruger 10/22
How much does the Ruger 10/22 weigh?
The Ruger 10/22 weighs 2.27 kg (5.00 lb) empty.
What caliber is the Ruger 10/22?
The Ruger 10/22 is chambered in .22 Long Rifle.
How many rounds does the Ruger 10/22 hold?
The Ruger 10/22 holds 10 rounds, fed from a rotary magazine.
How long is the Ruger 10/22?
The Ruger 10/22 is 940 mm (37.0 in) long overall, with a 470 mm (18.5 in) barrel.
Who makes the Ruger 10/22?
The Ruger 10/22 is made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. (United States). It was designed by William B. Ruger.
When was the Ruger 10/22 introduced?
The Ruger 10/22 was introduced in 1964.
How does the Ruger 10/22 operate?
The Ruger 10/22 uses a blowback action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
Every part that mounts on this, resolved
Not a list the maker typed out: the answer comes from the mounts this firearm exposes and the interface each part needs, so it stays right when either one changes.
- Every part that mounts on any firearm in the catalogue
- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
- The same answers through the API and the MCP server
Requires a signed-in GunSpec account on the Studio plan. The answer is computed per part, so it is not part of the public record.
Provenance
What the record holds
Every figure above was taken from one of these pages. The confidence reflects how much of the record came from a page a claim can be checked against.
In service
- United States Civilian Market
- 1964
- Various Law Enforcement Training
- United States
Provenance
Confidence in this record
82%
Stockists
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API
The call that returns this record
The same fields, in the same units, from the same endpoint the page reads.
curl --request GET \ --url 'https://api.gunspec.io/v1/firearms/ruger-10-22' \ --header 'X-API-Key: your_key'{ "id": "ruger-10-22", "name": "Ruger 10/22", "manufacturer": { "id": "ruger", "name": "Sturm, Ruger & Co.", "countryCode": "US", "foundedYear": 1949, "website": "https://www.ruger.com", "logoUrl": null, "description": null, "status": null, "defunctYear": null, "stateOwned": null, "makesFirearms": null, "parentId": null, "predecessorId": null, "createdAt": "2026-02-11 23:44:40", "updatedAt": "2026-02-18 03:40:48", "version": "99f742e0e01d24b135a262603a4191a9c848e3f1d9fbb1e0caaccabcfacb5e23" }, "category": { "id": "rifle", "name": "Rifle", "description": "Long-barreled firearms designed for accurate shooting" }, "country_of_origin": "US", "year_introduced": 1964, "barrel_length_mm": 470, "weight_empty_g": 2268, "action_type": "blowback"}