The Rossi Model 92 Carbine is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45 Colt (LC), built with a Brazilian hardwood stock and blued steel receiver. The 16-inch barrel keeps overall length at 34 inches, making it handy in tighter quarters without giving up much in terms of velocity at typical hunting or range distances. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Rossi 
• Model: Model 92 Carbine 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Caliber: .45 Colt (LC) 
• Barrel Length: 16 inches 
• Capacity: 8 rounds 
• Weight: Approximately 5 lbs 
• Finish: Wood / Blued 
• Overall Length (OAL): 34 inches 
• Sights: Buckhorn 
• Grip Type: Straight Grip 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The lever action cycles smoothly and allows quick follow-up shots. At around 5 lbs the carbine carries well over long stretches without fatigue. Buckhorn sights are adjustable and give a usable sight picture at field distances. The hardwood stock and blued steel hold up to normal use, though the wood won't win points for grain figure. It's working-grade material, not exhibition walnut. 
 
The .45 Colt cartridge has plenty of stopping power for medium game and handles personal defense tasks well at carbine distances. Pairing it with a .45 Colt handgun for ammunition commonality is a practical option a lot of buyers take advantage of. 
 

Usage 

 
The carbine works well for small to medium game, cowboy action competition, or general range use. The straight grip and short OAL suit a wide range of body types. Fit and finish are consistent with Rossi's mid-tier positioning, functional throughout, with occasional minor rough edges that don't affect reliability.

The Model 92 in .45 Colt gets good marks from people who want a classic lever-action without spending twice as much for an American-made equivalent. The smooth action is the most consistent compliment. It cycles reliably and improves further with use. The blued and wood combination appeals to buyers who want traditional looks rather than synthetic furniture.

The .45 Colt caliber is praised for versatility across hunting and defensive applications, and the light 5 lb weight means the rifle doesn't become a burden.

On the critical side, some users have noted fit and finish issues out of the box: rough edges, slightly misaligned sights, or wood-to-metal fit that needed attention before it looked right. These aren't universal complaints, but they come up often enough to be worth knowing. None of the reported issues affected function. Overall it's well-regarded as a reliable lever carbine at an accessible price, with the understanding that minor cosmetic cleanup may be needed.