The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm-08 Remington (brand part no. 37140), built with a shorter length of pull and a compact 16.5-inch barrel to fit younger or smaller-framed shooters properly instead of handing them an oversized adult rifle. A satin blued metal finish over a genuine walnut stock gives the rifle classic looks, and 7mm-08 Remington delivers proven medium-game performance with noticeably less recoil than a full-size magnum. The drilled-and-tapped receiver takes a scope base without extra machining, and the 4+1 round capacity keeps ammunition ready for a fast follow-up shot. Ruger built this Hawkeye specifically as a youth and compact rifle rather than simply shortening a standard-length gun.

Key Specifications

• The 16.5-inch barrel and shorter length of pull are built specifically to fit younger and smaller-framed shooters.
• A 1-in-8.5 rate of twist stabilizes the bullet weights commonly loaded for 7mm-08.
• The 4+1 round capacity keeps ammunition ready for a fast follow-up shot.
• The satin blued walnut stock gives the rifle classic, traditional styling.
• The drilled-and-tapped receiver accepts a scope base without additional gunsmithing.
• At roughly 8.1 lbs shipping weight, the rifle stays manageable for a younger or smaller-framed shooter.
• Equipped with a 3-Position safety for fast, intuitive operation.
• Measures 39.55 inches overall.
• The sights are Drilled & Tapped.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Hawkeye Compact built for? It uses a shorter length of pull and barrel built specifically for younger or smaller-framed shooters.

What caliber does it chamber? It is chambered in 7mm-08 Remington, a mild-recoiling cartridge effective on deer and antelope-sized game.

How many rounds does it hold? It holds 4 rounds plus one in the chamber.

Buy the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact 7mm-08 Remington Rifle

Younger and smaller-framed hunters get a rifle actually built to fit them in the Hawkeye Compact. Check out more of our bolt-action rifles and order this one from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.