Overview
The Ruger Hawkeye LR Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor, configured with a stainless steel action and a laminated wood stock, is purpose-built for experienced shooters demanding consistent long-range performance in hunting and field applications. This rifle integrates robust construction with precision-focused features, providing a reliable platform for extended engagements.
Key Features
Controlled Round Feed M77 Hawkeye Action
The proven Mauser-type controlled round feed mechanism ensures positive feeding and reliable extraction under varied conditions. This system is critical for consistent operation when rapid follow-up shots or challenging environmental factors are present. The robust three-position safety provides secure operation, allowing the bolt to be locked, unloaded, or operated with the safety engaged.
Stainless Steel Construction
Both the receiver and barrel are constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel. This material selection provides superior durability and environmental resistance, mitigating the effects of harsh weather and prolonged field use. The matte stainless finish reduces glare, enhancing the rifle’s utility in hunting scenarios.
Adjustable Laminated Wood Stock
The durable laminated wood stock is engineered for long-range shooting ergonomics. It features an adjustable comb, allowing the shooter to achieve optimal cheek weld and eye alignment with mounted optics. A spacer system enables customization of the length of pull, ensuring a precise and repeatable fit for various shooters and shooting positions. This adaptability enhances shooter comfort and consistency.
Precision Barrel
The cold hammer-forged barrel is a medium/heavy contour, free-floated to eliminate barrel harmonics interference and optimize accuracy. The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering, combined with precise rifling, stabilizes modern high-ballistic-coefficient projectiles effectively, delivering predictable trajectories and terminal performance at extended ranges.
Detachable AICS-Pattern Magazine
This LR Hunter model utilizes a detachable AICS-pattern box magazine, facilitating rapid and efficient reloading. This system enhances practical capacity and operational flexibility in the field, moving beyond traditional internal box magazines.
LC6 Trigger System
The Ruger LC6 trigger provides a crisp, positive break, contributing directly to precise shot placement. Its design focuses on pull consistency and user feel, an essential factor in long-range accuracy.
Integral Scope Mounts
Integral scope mounting bases are machined directly into the receiver, providing a secure and rigid platform for optics installation. This design eliminates the potential for bases to loosen, maintaining zero integrity under recoil and field conditions. Rings are included for immediate optics integration.
Technical Specifications
* **Caliber:** 6.5 Creedmoor
* **Action:** Ruger M77 Hawkeye, Bolt Action, Controlled Round Feed
* **Barrel Material:** Stainless Steel, Cold Hammer-Forged
* **Barrel Contour:** Medium/Heavy, Free-Floated
* **Barrel Length:** 20 inches
* **Twist Rate:** 1:8″ RH, 5-Groove Rifling
* **Receiver Material:** Stainless Steel
* **Stock Material:** Laminated Wood, Adjustable Comb, Spacer System for Length of Pull
* **Magazine Type:** Detachable, AICS-Pattern
* **Magazine Capacity:** 5 rounds (supports commonly available AICS-pattern magazines)
* **Trigger:** Ruger LC6
* **Safety:** Three-Position
* **Overall Length:** Approximately 40.25 inches
* **Weight:** Approximately 7.2 lbs (unloaded, without optics)
* **Finish:** Matte Stainless (metal components)
* **Optics Mounting:** Integral Scope Bases (Rings Included)
