The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .243 Winchester featuring a 16.5-inch stainless barrel and a black laminate stock. It ships with integral scope mounts and includes scope rings for straightforward optics installation. The Hawkeye matte stainless finish and cold hammer-forged barrel reflect Ruger’s focus on durable field-ready construction.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .243 Winchester.
- Action is a Bolt action.
- Barrel measures 16.5 inches and is finished in matte stainless.
- Barrel is cold hammer-forged for durable rifling.
- Rate of twist is 1:9″ RH.
- Stock is a black laminate with wraparound checkering on the grip and forend.
- Safety is a three-position manual safety.
- The rifle uses a fixed internal magazine with a hinged floorplate for unloading without chambering each round.
- Includes patented integral scope mounts and scope rings.
- Overall length is 35.5 inches.
The Hawkeye Compact balances a shorter, field-oriented package with features expected on full-size sporters: a cold hammer-forged stainless barrel, rugged laminate stock with ergonomic checkering, and an integral mounting platform for optics. Its design targets shooters who need a reliable, compact rifle for field work and precision shooting in a lightweight configuration.
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