Second thing to go was the wood stockreplaced whogue overmold. The minithirty centerfire autoloading rifle is a proven performer for deer sized game at short to medium ranges. Looking the cartridge over, i would see a small dimple where the firing pin struck, but didnt ignite the primer. For 70 years, ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. The mini thirty rifle can be field stripped for cleaning to its basic subassemblies in seconds without the use of tools. Sportsmans guide has your ruger mini thirty tactical, semiautomatic, 7. The firing pin only protrudes about 32 thousand from the bolt face. Hey guys, i am looking at buying a ruger mini30 in 7.
The mini 14 was first introduced in 1974 by ruger the name mini 14 is derived from the military m14 rifle implying a miniature version of the m14 ruger used the m14 as a model for the new rifle while incorporating numerous innovations and costsaving engineering changes ruger mini 14 rifles have. Rtg parts llc has been family owned and operated since its inception in 1999. They prefer to invest their idle time to talk or hang out. I had feeding problems with a mini 30 several years ago with the steel. Ruger mini 14 with a slight stock change becomes a versitel all purpose emergency rifle. My previous experience with the mini30 was limited i had my first cut from 18. The russian steel case ammo does have the primer seated deeper to prevent slam fires in the military ak47. In 1987, ruger introduced the mini thirty rifle chambered for the russian. I would probably put either a weaver v3, burris ff2 1. Click on a red number to view more information on that item and to add that factory part to your shopping cart. Ive also heard that when us and russian are sized, they measure the same. For me, the mini 30 shoulders easily and points well. I can tell you that i can hit dead on everytime with the first bullet, but the barrel heats up so quick that every round after hits inches higher.
The mini30 peep sight presents a very good sight picture, equal to that given by my garand. Ruger mini30 semiauto ranch rifle big 5 sporting goods. Precision on the range, at the ranch, on patrol or in the woods. Ive owned two in the past but am not all that familiar with the mini family as im an artype guy. Download free ruger user manuals, owners manuals, instructions, warranties and installation guides, etc.
Sign up to get notified when this product is back in stock. We developed a simple and inexpensive way to keep that all important area clean on your ruger mini 30 the ruger mini 30 chamber cleaning tool. One of my all time favorite rifles in my favorite configuration. I dont want anybody saying it sucks or its awesome because its made by ruger. Perhaps the biggest factor motivating ruger mini30 buyers is the simple fact its not an ak47. I want answers from people that have had a lot of experience with this firearm.
Ruger rifle magazines and parts, mini 14, mini 30, rtg parts. Mini 30 accuracy ive had people tell me not to use wolf as the slightly larger bullet will damage the barrel. Rifles stainless ruger mini 14 wfactory folder and 8 mags ruger mini in stainless steel with a factory original folding stock. Rugers mini thirty tactical rifle part ii real guns a. Champion firearms ruger mini30 tactical blued synthetic. With products made in america, ruger offers consumers almost 700 variations of more than 40 product lines. Select sku listing to see all stock numbers for this schematic. Fits ruger mini30 product description this ruger factory magazine features high quality components and precise manufacturing that will ensure longlasting performance and reliability. Select a firearm below to view its instruction manual, serial number and caliber history. The ruger mini30 may not be the newest, sexiest, or most accurate rifle on the market, however it is incredibly reliable. I would like to hear everyones experience with this rifle.
Ruger mini14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle model. While tacticool rifles have their place and certainly enjoy a large and dedicated following, theyre not for everyone. Series determined by first 3 digits of the serial number. Mini 30 discussion in ruger started by txplt, jun 8, 2012. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. The mini 30 is known for its out of the box accuracy and flexibility, includes factory five round magazine and additional new smoked color polymer 10. By clicking on a link above, you will leave the ruger website and be transported to the website of an independent, federally licensed retailer of ruger products. I dont want to buy both, so im wondering what the good people of gunnit think about the two rifles and if there is a reason to look at the mini 30. The 3 12 lock isfor use with ruger mini thirty rifles. Im at the cusp of picking up a mini 14 5816 but a friend of mine keeps telling me i should look at the mini 30 before committing. Weve now got factory ruger mini30 magazines available, with the first being the 20 round magazine. The little sight has maintained its ability to flip up and down with no weakening of its leaf spring. For decades, ruger mini14 rifles and mini thirty rifles have been the choice for applications ranging from the farm and ranch, to the deep woods, to personal defense. Shooting tula ammo in an unmodified ruger mini 30 rifle failure duration.
Mini 30 well, ive had one for a few years now and am happy. One of my boys bought a mini 30, which is chambered in 7. Ruger american pistol safety bulletin october 2018. Ruger sent me their new mini30 tactical for testing and evaluation. If you have any problems installing your overmolded series rifle stock please call us at 805. I have read some reports that in the last few years the accuracy issues of the mini14s have been largely dealt with and like the design of the ranch rifle. If youre searching for a great deal on the ruger magazine mini30 7. Put in a williams peeper with smaller dia peep insert and it has been my hunting rifle ever since.
Mark iv product safety warning and recall notice june 2017. Ruger mini14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle model 5853. Good cal out a ways, and has digested all i have fed sski and usa. Nov 27, 2012 the funny looking thing on the front of my mini 30 barrel is not a m14 style gas port, its an accustrut. We sell guns, gun accessories, custom knives and more. Once there, you can verify that the ruger firearm you seek is available through that retailer and order it, subject to all federal, state and local laws. Music wire coil springs are used throughout the mechanism. Standard mpr freefloat handguard mini14 ranch tactical mini thirty. I have pushed well over a thousand rounds of surplus russian ammo through the mini 30 and only given it one wipe down and squirt of lube which for the record was done because of rain.
Socom blued steel accuriser socom 5 no logo blued steel choate tools black synthetic handguard combo sight adjustment tool, fed ord black synthetic ventilated handguard miniscoutmount. For me, the mini30 shoulders easily and points well. We developed a simple and inexpensive way to keep that all important area clean on your ruger mini30the ruger mini30 chamber cleaning tool. The ruger mini thirty is similar, but not identical, to the ruger mini 14 series of rifles, and is adapted to an excellent deer hunting cartridge, the 7. Ruger mini14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle models. It is very important touse the correct locking device. Read and download ruger hunting equipment mini thirty rifle users manual online. Whether youre in the backcountry, on the farm or need personal protection, ruger mini 14 and mini thirty rifles continue to be the firearm of choice for ranchers and homeowners alike. I think that with your experience, and your hand loads, you could achieve moa accuracy out of a mini 30 with the improved barrel. At the time the mini30 was introduced very few bullet makers where producing. Like the mini 14, it is darn near impossible to properly clean the chamber of the mini 30. Gun has been test fired but looks 98% or better inside and out, original, blue with wood stock. The ruger mini30 is one of the most popular rifles from ruger.
Instruction manual for ruger mini 14 ranch rifle autoloading rifle this manual applies only to mini14 ranch rifles so marked on the receiver. Ranch rifle target model with overmolded stock pdf. African alaskan guide gun 77series 7744 77357 7722 ar556. Hey guys, i am looking at buying a ruger mini 30 in 7. Ruger mini 30 bore specs this rifle is chambered for the 7. Each package includes a cleaning patch jag and a bronze brush. Once there, you can verify that the ruger firearm you seek is available through that retailer and order it, subject to all federal, state and local laws please note that due to export regulations, this service is not available. By todd burgreen there are different ways to address weapon needs besides following the well worn ar or ak path. Low prices on the ruger mini30 tactical blued synthetic 7. Rugers mini thirty tactical rifle part ii by rgi media, inc published with permission to be honest, my intention was to post handload data and move to the next project, but the mini thirty proved to be too much fun to put aside without exploring some of its live fire related features.
View online or download wolseley imini 30 installation and servicing. Here are some specific questions i also want answered. Rtg parts was established to provide increased customer access to top quality military surplus parts, magazines and accessories. I have pushed well over a thousand rounds of surplus russian ammo through the mini30 and only given it one wipe down and squirt of lube which for the record was done because of rain. I thought ruger had discontinued the mini 30 for some reason or another and was surprised when they introduced the new one. Nov 29, 2014 in 2006, ruger went to a slightly heavier barrel on the mini 30, not sure about the mini 14 this change offered some improvement. To be honest, my intention was to post handload data and move to the next project, but the mini thirty proved to be too much fun to put aside without exploring some of its live fire related features.
I know it isnt a target rifle, but it can shoot 3 at 100 yards which meets my requirements for brush hunting. I am looking for any advice or suggestions before i purchase. A few other people out there make a rigid barrel strut for the ruger mini 14s and mini 30 s rifles. For serial numbers manufactured prior to our electronic records or for a letter of authenticity, please download and mail in the request for letter of authenticity. Im sure this has been posted on here somewhere, but a search didnt give me an existing thread. Clear anodized stainless finishfactory replacement handguard rare metal. Ruger mini30 manual arizona citizens militia yumpu.
Mar 12, 2014 the ruger mini 30 may not be the newest, sexiest, or most accurate rifle on the market, however it is incredibly reliable. This cartridge, traditionally, uses a projectile with a nominal diameter of. Brownells is your source for ruger mini30 parts at brownells. For the steal case stuff you need to get an aftermarket firing pin to set off the primer in most steal cased ammo. Mini30 top rated supplier of firearm reloading equipment. At the time the mini 30 was introduced very few bullet makers where producing. American riflemans brian sheetz tells why the ruger mini thirty is a great allaround carbine for target shooting, hunting, predator control and. These are ruger factory magazines backed by rugers 100% satisfaction guarantee. Fits ruger mini 30 product description this ruger factory magazine features high quality components and precise manufacturing that will ensure longlasting performance and reliability. Mini 14,mini 30,mini14, mini30,mini 1430,ruger mini 1,ruger,handguard,muzzle brake,accustrut,accustrut,accu strutaccustrut. Like the mini14, it is darn near impossible to properly clean the chamber of the mini30. The slot on the buffer guide rod must go under the pin not over it.
Used unique mini30 when we bought it the seller claimed a schilan barrel, and action job, this is a heavy bbl, with a smooth ac for sale by legendary guns on gunsamerica. Their short barrels and overall short length make them favorites in any application where maneuverability and ease of handling are. Mini thirty rifle can be field stripped for cleaning to its basic subassemblies in seconds without the use of tools. With certain brands, multiple rounds would not fire. The mini 30 peep sight presents a very good sight picture, equal to that given by my garand. American rifleman five reasons to reconsider the ruger mini14. Especially on the older, thin barreled ruger mini rifles. Ruger mini 30 i am considering purchasing a mini 30. The ruger mini thirty is similar, but not identical, to the ruger mini14 series of rifles, and is adapted to an excellent deer hunting cartridge, the 7. In 2006, ruger went to a slightly heavier barrel on the mini 30, not sure about the mini 14 this change offered some improvement. Their short barrels and overall short length make them favorites in any application where maneuverability and ease of handling are priorities. I get 2350 clocked but best load by a long ways from anything else i have tried. Ruger set up the mini 30 to operate with boxer primed brass case ammo.
A bad mini 14 or 30 will be a scatter gun one pill at a time. Accuracy wise a good shooting mini30 will be min of clay bird at 200 yards from a rest. Early series 189 ruger mini 30 rancher in hard hitting readily available 7. Ruger mini30 bore specs this rifle is chambered for the 7. Champion firearms ruger mini30 tactical blued synthetic 7. Ruger mini thirty rifle users manual free pdf download. Shorter barrels make them excellent in any situation where maneuverability is important.
Shop for ruger mini30 rifle parts 186, 189, 196197 series, accessories and more with numrich gun parts corp. Ive tried several brands of ammo, tula, wolf, ppu, winchester, hand loads. As a result you get misfires in the mini 30 using russian steel case ammo. Used unique mini 30 when we bought it the seller claimed a schilan barrel, and action job, this is a heavy bbl, with a smooth ac for sale by legendary guns on gunsamerica 976870161. This is especially true when it comes to a weapon intended more for general purpose civilian use than pure military application. Our awardingwinning products all prove that ruger has a rugged, reliable firearm to meet every shooters needs. Whether youre in the backcountry, on the farm or need personal protection, ruger mini14 and minithirty rifles continue to be the firearm of choice for ranchers and homeowners alike.
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