This American-made lever-action rifle was manufactured with great pride and attention to detail. You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1895, combined with Ruger's trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms.
Features
- Durable Magpul ELG stock and forend are capable of mounting a wide variety of accessories and are dimensionally stable in varying weather conditions.
- Stock features an ammunition quiver for storage of six additional rounds.
- Three length of pull spacers (included in box) change LOP in 1/2" increments.
- Cheek riser and two spacers (included in box) increase comb height for better sight alignment with optics. Cheek riser adds 1/2" in height and each spacer adds 1/4".
- Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from stainless steel forgings.
- Barrel is made of stainless steel and is cold hammer-forged which results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.
- Nitride finished bolt aids smooth cycling and durability.
- Threaded barrel, with factory-installed thread protector, has a 11/16"-24 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories.
- Stainless steel components have a satin, non-shiny finish and the black hardware gives a distinctive appearance.
- Adjustable Skinner Sights™ Picatinny-mounted peep sight is perfect for rapid target acquisition.
- Five-round, tubular magazine with a loading gate located on the receiver.
- Positive, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer.
- Reliably feeds a wide range of .45-70 Govt. factory ammunition and bullet types.
- Oversized lever loop provides clearance for operation with heavy gloves.
Specifications
Model # |
70912 |
Caliber |
45-70 Govt |
Capacity |
5 |
Stock |
Black Magpul ELG |
Material |
Stainless Steel |
Finish |
Satin Stainless |
Front Sight |
Skinner Sights™ Blade |
Rear Sight |
Skinner Sights™ Adjustable |
Weight |
7.25 lb. |
Overall Length |
33.25" |
Length of Pull |
12.38" - 13.88" |
Barrel Length |
16.17" |
Thread Pattern |
11/16"-24 |
Barrel |
Cold Hammer-Forged Stainless Steel |
Twist |
1:20" RH |
Grooves |
6 |