The Ruger American Rimfire Target .17 HMR is a bolt-action rifle with a 16.1-inch threaded barrel and a thread protector installed (Ruger model 8393). The 0.720-inch predator-weight barrel is cold hammer forged and finished in matte blued. A black synthetic stock with an interchangeable high-comb module suits shooting with optics. The detachable 9-round rotary magazine fits flush with the stock. This varmint rifle from Ruger has a Picatinny scope base installed.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .17 HMR, a fast rimfire cartridge for varmints.
• The barrel is 16.1 inches long, cold hammer forged, with a matte blued finish.
• The barrel is threaded 1/2-28 with a factory-installed thread protector, and it has a 0.720-inch predator profile.
• Capacity is 9 rounds in a detachable, flush-mounted JMX-1 rotary magazine, which is included.
• The stock is black synthetic with an interchangeable standard-length-of-pull, high-comb module for use with optics.
• The Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger is user adjustable between 3 and 5 pounds.
• A tang safety is visible, accessible and easy to operate.
• A one-piece Picatinny scope base is installed at the factory, and the rifle has no iron sights.
• The rifle weighs 5.3 pounds and is 35 inches long, with a 1:9 right-hand twist.
• A receiver-mounted bolt release lets you remove the bolt without pulling the trigger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded? Yes. It is threaded 1/2-28 and ships with a thread protector installed.

How many rounds does the magazine hold? The detachable rotary magazine holds 9 rounds.

Can I adjust the trigger? Yes. The Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger can be set between 3 and 5 pounds.

Buy the Ruger American Rimfire Target Rifle, .17 HMR, 16.1-Inch Threaded Barrel, Black Synthetic, 9-Round

A short, threaded .17 HMR with an optics-ready stock is a good fit for prairie dogs and other varmints. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more bolt-action rifles while you are here.