The Ruger American Rimfire .17 HMR rifle (brand part no. 8336) is a right-hand bolt-action built for shooters who want serious accuracy from a lightweight rimfire platform. Ruger uses a patent-pending Power Bedding integral bedding block system that free-floats the barrel and positively locates the receiver for consistent accuracy shot after shot. The cold hammer-forged barrel delivers ultra-precise rifling for long barrel life, easy cleaning, and repeatable groups at the range. An OD green synthetic stock with an adjustable length of pull and a high comb makes this rifle a natural fit for shooters running a scope, while the threaded 18-inch barrel accepts a suppressor for hunters and plinkers who want a quieter range day. Whether it's used for small-game hunting, pest control, or informal target practice, this rifle gives rimfire shooters a dependable, accurate platform at an approachable price.

Key Specifications

• A 1:9-inch rate of twist is matched to standard .17 HMR bullet weights for consistent accuracy.
• The 18-inch threaded barrel is cold hammer-forged for precise rifling and long-term accuracy.
• A 9-round rotary magazine plus a chambered round gives plenty of capacity for pest control or range sessions.
• The bolt action design pairs with an integral bedding block that free-floats the barrel for accuracy.
• A tang-mounted safety sits within thumb's reach for quick, quiet operation.
• The Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger lets shooters tune pull weight for a cleaner, more consistent break.
• A fiber optic front sight and adjustable folding-leaf rear sight come standard for shooters who prefer irons over glass.
• An extended, 10/22-style magazine release makes reloads fast and intuitive for shooters already familiar with Ruger's rimfire lineup.
• A 3/8-inch scope base machined into the receiver, drilled and tapped, simplifies mounting rimfire optics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber does this Ruger American Rimfire chamber? It is chambered in .17 HMR, a popular rimfire cartridge for small-game hunting and target shooting.

Does it come with sights? Yes, a Williams fiber optic front sight and an adjustable folding-leaf rear sight ship standard.

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the 18-inch barrel is threaded to accept a suppressor or muzzle device.

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