Ruger American Gen II Scout 5.56 NATO 16.1 in Leaf Green
About this product
The Ruger American Gen II Scout is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO, built around a 16.1-inch threaded, Cerakote-finished barrel and fitted with a Leaf Green Gen II synthetic stock. The rifle ships with one 10-round AR-style detachable magazine and features factory-installed AR-style pin and aperture iron sights plus a scout-length scope base for intermediate-eye-relief optics. Ruger’s Marksman Adjustable trigger and Power Bedding integral bedding block are included, along with steel sling swivel studs and a soft rubber recoil pad with adjustable length of pull via a spacer.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO for use with .223 Rem/5.56 NATO ammunition where appropriate.
- Operates with a Bolt action for a traditional, reliable manual cycle.
- The barrel measures 16.1 inches and is factory-threaded for muzzle devices.
- The barrel is finished in Cobalt Cerakote for corrosion resistance and appearance.
- Barrel thread pattern is 1/2″-28 for common muzzle accessories.
- Magazine capacity is 10 rounds using an AR-style detachable magazine.
- Stock is a Leaf Green synthetic Gen II American design with checkering and sling studs.
- Overall length is 37.35 inches for a compact footprint with the scout configuration.
- Sights include AR-style pin and aperture iron sights with an adjustable rear flip aperture.
- Barrel rifling has 5 grooves as specified by the manufacturer.
The Gen II Scout pairs practical features with straightforward ergonomics: a threaded, cold hammer-forged barrel, factory scout scope base, adjustable Marksman trigger, and a synthetic stock with an adjustable length of pull. These details make the rifle well suited to a range of sporting uses where a compact, scout-profile bolt-action is preferred. Its combination of a threaded barrel, AR-style magazine interface and adjustable sights offers flexibility for shooters who want a modern bolt-action built around established, serviceable components.
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