Ruger Precision Rifle

{{Infobox weapon |name=Ruger Precision Rifle |image=File:Ruger Precision Rifle 308 Gen 1.jpg |caption=Ruger Precision Rifle, .308 Winchester, 1st generation |origin=United States |type=[[Bolt-action|Bolt-action rifle]]  |is_ranged=yes  |service= |used_by= |wars= [[Myanmar civil war (2021–present)]]<ref name="MYA" /> [[Russo-Ukrainian War]]<ref name="Ukr" />  |designer= |design_date= |manufacturer=[[Sturm, Ruger & Co.]] |unit_cost=US$1599–2099 MSRP |production_date=2015–present |number= |variants=  |cartridge={{indented plainlist| * [[.243 Winchester]] * [[.308 Win]] * [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] * [[6mm Creedmoor]] * [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] * [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] * [[.300 Win Mag]] * [[.300 PRC]] }} |action=[[Bolt-action]] |rate= |velocity= |range=1600 yards |max_range=~2000 yards |feed=10-round detachable box magazine |sights=none  |spec_label= |weight= {{indented plainlist| * [[.308 Win]] and [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] {{convert|9.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[6mm Creedmoor]] {{convert|10.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] {{convert|10.7|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[6.5mm PRC]] {{convert|11|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] {{convert|15.2|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[.300 Win Mag]] {{convert|15.2|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[6mm Creedmoor]] {{convert|10.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[.300 PRC]] {{convert|15.2|lb|kg|abbr=on}} }} |length= {{indented plainlist| * [[.308 Win]] and [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] {{convert|31.60|in|cm|abbr=on}} Folded Stock / {{convert|39.25-42.75|in|cm|abbr=on}} Overall Length * [[6mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] {{convert|35.60|in|cm|abbr=on}} Folded Stock / {{convert|43.25-46.75|in|cm|abbr=on}} Overall Length * [[6.5 PRC]] {{convert|35.6|in|cm|abbr=on}} Folded Stock / {{convert|45.25-48.75|in|cm|abbr=on}} Overall Length * [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] and [[.300 Win Mag]] and [[.300 PRC]] {{convert|40.35|in|cm|abbr=on}} Folded Stock / {{convert|49-52.5|in|cm|abbr=on}} Overall Length |width=[[.308 Win]] and [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] and [[6mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5 PRC]]{{convert|3.3|in|cm|abbr=on}} * [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] and [[.300 Win Mag]] and [[.300 PRC]] {{convert|3.5|in|cm|abbr=on}} |height=[[.308 Win]] and [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] and [[6mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5 PRC]]{{convert|7.3|in|cm|abbr=on}} * [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] and [[,300 Win Mag]] and [[.300 PRC]] {{convert|7.5|in|cm|abbr=on}} |barrel_length=[[.308 Win]] and [[5.56×45mm NATO|5.56]]/[[.223 Rem]] {{convert|20|in|cm|abbr=on}} * [[6mm Creedmoor]] and [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] {{convert|24|in|cm|abbr=on}} * [[6.5 PRC]] and [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] and [[.300 Win Mag]] and [[.300 PRC]]{{convert|7.3|in|cm|abbr=on}} }} }}

The '''Ruger Precision Rifle''' (RPR) is a [[Bolt action|bolt-action rifle]] introduced by [[Sturm, Ruger & Co.]] on 17 July 2015.<ref>[http://www.ruger.com/news/2015-07-17.html "Introducing the Ruger Precision Rifle: Purpose Built to Distance Itself from the Typical Long-Range Rifle"]</ref>

==Models== The RPR was originally announced in the following calibers and configurations:

* [[.308 Win.]] with 1:10 twist, {{convert|20|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|9.7|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[6.5 Creedmoor]] with a 1:8 twist, {{convert|24|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|10.6|lb|kg|abbr=on}} * [[.243 Winchester]] with a 1:7.7 twist, {{convert|26|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|11|lb|kg|abbr=on}}

A newer Ruger Precision Rifle "Gen 2" was announced on 6 May 2016 with several enhancements over the original.<ref>{{cite web | title=Ruger Announces New Ruger Precision Rifle Models | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/news/2016-05-06.html | accessdate=23 August 2017}}.</ref> The new version includes a new handguard, [http://shopruger.com/Ruger-Precision-Rifle-Hybrid-Muzzle-Brake/productinfo/90590/ a hybrid muzzle brake (5/8-24 threaded)], and a billet aluminum bolt shroud. The announced models were:

* [[.308 Win]] with 1:10 RH twist, {{convert|20|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|9.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite web | title=Model 18004 | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18004.html | accessdate=24 August 2017}}.</ref> * [[6.5mm Creedmoor#The 6.5mm Creedmoor as parent case|6mm Creedmoor]] with a 1:7.7 RH twist, {{convert|24|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|10.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite web | title=Model 18016 | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18016.html | accessdate=24 August 2017}}.</ref> * [[6.5mm Creedmoor]] with 1:8 RH twist, {{convert|24|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|10.7|lb|kg|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite web | title=Model 18008 | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18008.html | accessdate=24 August 2017}}.</ref>

A model chambered in [[5.56×45mm NATO]] was announced on 27 March 2017.<ref>{{cite web | title=Ruger Precision Rifle Available in 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem.| publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/news/2017-03-27.html | accessdate=23 August 2017}}</ref> It has a 1:7 RH twist, {{convert|20|in|cm|abbr=on}} barrel, weighing {{convert|9.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite web | title=Model 18019 | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=http://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18019.html | accessdate=24 August 2017}}</ref>

Models chambered in the [[Magnum cartridge|magnum]] cartridges .338 Lapua Magnum, .300 Win Mag, and .300 PRC went on sale in 2018. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/models.html|title=Ruger Precision® Rifle}}</ref>

* [[.338 Lapua Magnum]] with 1:9.375 RH twist, 26 in (66 cm) barrel, weighing 15.2 lb (6.8 kg)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18080.html|title=Ruger® Ruger Precision® Rifle * Bolt-Action Rifle Model 18080|website=www.ruger.com|access-date=2019-05-10}}</ref> * [[.300 Winchester Magnum]] with 1:9 RH twist, 26 in (66 cm) barrel, weighing 15.2 lb (6.8 kg)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18081.html|title=Ruger® Ruger Precision® Rifle * Bolt-Action Rifle Model 18081|website=www.ruger.com|access-date=2019-05-10}}</ref> * [[300 Precision Rifle Cartridge (PRC)|.300 PRC]] with 1:9 RH twist, 26 in (66 cm) barrel, weighing 15.2 lb (6.8 kg)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/specSheets/18083.html|title=Ruger® Ruger Precision® Rifle * Bolt-Action Rifle Model 18083|website=www.ruger.com|access-date=2019-05-10}}</ref>

== Technical features == The Ruger Precision Rifle has a proprietary Pre-Fit barrel system. Pre-chambered "Drop-In Ready" barrels can be purchased, and the correct headspace is set using a proprietary barrel nut design. The barrel is threaded to fit the Ruger [[action threads]]. This way, a competent gunsmith only needs an [[AR-15 style rifle|AR-15]] barrel wrench and proper headspace gauges to fit a new barrel.<ref>[http://bulletin.accurateshooter.com/2017/11/new-krieger-pre-fit-barrels-for-ruger-precision-rifle/ New Krieger Pre-Fit Barrels for Ruger Precision Rifle « Daily Bulletin]</ref> This eliminates the need for machining by the gunsmith as with traditional barrel mounting solutions.{{Cn|date=February 2022}}

The RPR is compatible with AR-style handgrips, buttstocks and some types of handguards. The trigger is proprietary, but aftermarket triggers are available.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tactec.com/the-ruger-precision-rifle-review-is-it-worth-the-hype/|title=Ruger® Ruger Precision® Rifle Review|website=www.tactec.com|access-date=2023-04-24}}</ref>

The RPR uses 10-round detachable Magpul PMAG polymer magazines.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Sadowski |first=Robert |title=Gunn Trader's Guide |publisher=Skyhorse Publishing Inc. |year=2025 |isbn=978-1510784307 |edition=47th |pages=359}}</ref>

== Precision Rimfire ==

{{Infobox weapon | name = Ruger Precision Rimfire | image = | caption = Ruger Precision Rimfire .22 LR | type = [[Bolt action|Bolt-action]] [[rifle]]  | service = | wars =  | designer = | number = | spec_label = | length = {{cvt|38.63|in|cm|abbr=on}}<ref name=Rug/> | width = | height = | diameter = | passengers =  | action = | image_size = 300 | origin = United States | is_ranged = yes  | used_by = | design_date = 2017 | manufacturer = [[Sturm, Ruger & Co.]] | unit_cost = $619 [[Suggested retail price|MSRP]]<ref name=Rug>{{cite web | title=Ruger Precision Rimfire| publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=https://ruger.com/products/precisionRimfire/models.html | accessdate=17 December 2017}}</ref> | production_date = 2017–Present | variants =  | weight = {{cvt|6.8|lb|kg|abbr=on}}<ref name=Rug/> | part_length = {{cvt|18|in|cm|abbr=on}}<ref name=Rug/> | crew = | cartridge = [[.17 HMR]] (9 rd. cap.) [[.22 Long Rifle]] (10 rd. cap.) [[.22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire|.22 WMR]]/.22 WMRF (9 rd. cap.) | cartridge_weight = | caliber = | barrels = | rate = | velocity = | range = | max_range = | feed = [[Magazine (firearms)#Rotary|Rotary magazine]] 4 round capacity (unless otherwise noted above) | sights = None }} The '''Ruger Precision Rimfire''' is a [[rimfire ammunition|rimfire]] [[bolt-action]] rifle manufactured by [[Sturm, Ruger & Co.]] in the United States. The firearm has some visual similarities with the larger [[centerfire ammunition|centerfire]] '''Ruger Precision Rifle''', and both are marketed as budget precision rifles.

==Recalls== Ruger issued a safety bulletin for certain RPRs on 10 Aug 2017. The following serial number ranges are potentially affected: 1800-26274 to 1800-78345 or 1801-00506 to 1801-30461.<ref>{{cite web | title=Ruger Precision Rifle Safety Bulletin | publisher=Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Inc | url=https://ruger.com/dataProcess/rprSafety/ | accessdate=24 August 2017}}</ref>

==Users== * [[File:Flag of PDF Myanmar.svg|20px]] [[People's Defence Force (Myanmar)|People's Defence Forces]]<ref name="MYA">{{cite web |last1=Noir |first1=War |title=x.com |url=https://x.com/war_noir/status/1492152820811943936 |website=X (formerly Twitter) |access-date=21 May 2024|archiveurl=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/lMG3f|archive-date=August 2, 2025}}</ref> * {{UKR}}: Used by [[Ukrainian military]] during [[Russian invasion of Ukraine]].<ref name="Ukr">{{cite web |title=x.com |url=https://x.com/CalibreObscura/status/1574725275610451969 |website=X (formerly Twitter)|archiveurl=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/2xDKT|archive-date=August 2, 2025}}</ref><ref name="Ukr2">{{cite web |title=x.com |url=https://x.com/front_ukrainian/status/1752652998474437097 |website=X (formerly Twitter))|archiveurl=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/REORW|archive-date=August 2, 2025}}</ref>

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==External links== *[http://www.ruger.com/products/precisionRifle/models.html Product page]

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