#SundayGunday: Ruger American Rifle in .450 Bushmaster

American Hunter Staff

posted on June 18, 2017

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Ruger continues to grow its line of American Rifle Ranch bolt guns with the addition of a new model chambered for the straight-walled .450 Bushmaster cartridge. Coming to market for less than $600, the compact American Rifle Ranch in .450 Bushmaster presents a great value with a chambering perfect for hunting in many areas of the U.S. Learn more about it with the video embedded above, hosted by Associate Editor Jon Draper.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: Ruger 16950 American Rifle Ranch
• Manufacturer: Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
• Action Type: bolt-action, center-fire rifle
• Chambering: .450 Bushmaster
• Barrel: 16.5”; threaded 11/16-24, Ruger Muzzle Brake installed
• Sights: none; Ruger aluminum optic rail
• Trigger: Ruger Marksman Adjustable; 4-lb., 1-oz. pull
• Stock: synthetic; flat dark earth
• Magazine: three-round detachable box
• Weight: 5 lbs., 8 ozs.
• MSRP: $599

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