This American-made lever-action rifle was manufactured with great pride and attention to detail. You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1985, combined with Ruger's trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms.

Product Features

• Durable Magpul ELG stock and forend are capable of mounting a wide variety of accessories and are dimensionally stable in varying weather conditions.• Stock features an ammunition quiver for storage of six additional rounds.

• Three length of pull spacers (included in box) change LOP in 1/2" increments.
• Cheek riser and two spacers (included in box) increase comb height for better sight alignment with optics. Cheek riser adds 1/2" in height and each spacer adds 1/4".
• Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from 416 stainless steel forgings.
• Barrel is made of 410 stainless steel and is cold hammer-forged which results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.
• Nitride finished bolt aids smooth cycling and durability.
• Threaded barrel, with factory-installed thread protector, has a 11/16"-24 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories.
• Stainless steel components have a satin, non-shiny finish and the black hardware gives a distinctive appearance.
• Adjustable Skinner Sightsâ„¢ Picatinny-mounted peep sight is perfect for rapid target acquisition.
• Five-round, tubular magazine with a loading gate located on the receiver.
• Positive, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer.
• Reliably feeds a wide range of .45-70 Govt. factory ammunition and bullet types.
• Oversized lever loop provides clearance for operation with heavy gloves.

Specifications

• • Caliber: 45-70 Govt
• • Capacity: 5+1
• • Stock: Black Magpul ELG
• • Material: Stainless Steel
• • Finish: Satin Stainless
  
• • Front Sight: Skinner Sightsâ„¢ Blade
  
• • Rear Sight: Skinner Sightsâ„¢ Adjustable
  
• • Weight: 7.25 lb.
  
• • Overall Length: 33.25"
  
• • Length of Pull: 12.38"-13.38"
  
• • Barrel Length: 16.17"
  
• • Thread Pattern: 11/16"-24
  
• • Thread Cap: Match-Polished
  
• • Barrel: Cold Hammer-Forged Stainless Steel
  
• • Twist: 1:20" RH
  
• • Grooves: 6