About this record: Initial high-recognition/high-use starter set; not an official national sales ranking. Exact variants can differ. Check the current manufacturer manual and local law before use, transport, purchase, or transfer.
At a glance
- Manufacturer
- Sturm, Ruger & Co.
- Firearm type
- Rifle
- Action
- Blowback-operated semi-automatic
- Chamberings
- .22 Long Rifle
- Introduced
- 1964
- Status
- Current model family
- Record scope
- Model-family record. Stock, barrel, sight, and receiver variations can change the correct specification.
What it is
The Ruger 10/22 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle family. Ruger offers multiple stocks, barrel lengths, sights, and configurations under the 10/22 name.
Development and history
Introduced in 1964, the 10/22 became a durable training, plinking, small-game, and customisation platform. Its rotary magazine and simple operating format helped it become a familiar entry point to rifle ownership.
Why it matters
The 10/22 demonstrates that a popular firearm database needs to cover sporting and training rifles as well as service arms. It also shows why a long-running product family needs clear configuration notes.
Safety and owner resources
Use Ruger’s manual and parts information for the exact 10/22 configuration. Follow the four rules of firearm safety and local transport and storage requirements.
