The Ruger Hawkeye Hunter is a full-size bolt-action hunting rifle built for reliable field performance. Chambered for .30-06 Springfield, it pairs a stainless steel receiver and barrel with an American walnut stock and ergonomic checkering. The rifle includes a three-position safety, LC6 trigger and a 20 MOA Picatinny rail for optics mounting.
Key Specifications
- The manufacturer is Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co..
- The model is the Hawkeye Hunter.
- The rifle is chambered in .30-06 Springfield.
- The action is a Bolt Action design.
- The stock is American walnut with a fixed pistol-grip configuration.
- The barrel is a free-floated, cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel with 5R rifling and a factory-installed thread protector (thread pattern reported as 5/8″-24).
- The reported twist rate is 1:10″ RH.
- The safety is a three-position design that allows bolt lock and safe unloading with the safety engaged.
- The rifle includes a 20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with four #8-40 screws for optics mounting and extended elevation capability.
- Magazine capacity is reported variably (4 and 4+1); see notes for details.
The Hawkeye Hunter combines Ruger engineering with traditional wood furniture and modern features to serve hunters and precision-minded shooters. Its controlled-round-feed extractor, hinged steel floorplate and LC6 trigger support consistent, dependable operation in the field. Built with corrosion-resistant stainless components and an ergonomic walnut stock, this rifle is well-suited for extended field use and optics-equipped setups.
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