The Rossi Rio Bravo is a lever-action rifle chambered in .22 LR with an 18-inch barrel, 15+1 capacity, and adjustable fiber optic sights front and rear. The finish is black with polished accents. At 5.5 lbs and 36 inches overall, it's one of the lighter lever-action .22s on the market. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Rossi 
• Model: Rio Bravo 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Capacity: 15 rounds (plus one in the chamber) 
• Finish: Black with polished accents 
• Weight: 5.5 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 36 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 15-round tubular magazine capacity is one of the higher figures available in a lever-action .22. The adjustable fiber optic rear sight pairs with the fiber optic front for better low-light visibility than standard blade sights. The crossbolt safety addresses safe handling, particularly relevant as a first or family rifle. 
 
The lever action on .22 LR rifles works via a tube magazine under the barrel; rounds feed from the rear of the tube into the action with each lever stroke. The 18-inch barrel is a bit shorter than traditional lever .22 profiles, which keeps overall length compact at 36 inches. 
 
At 5.5 lbs the Rio Bravo is easy to hold and handle for shooters of most sizes. The .22 LR chambering keeps ammunition cost low for extended range sessions. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The Rio Bravo suits plinking, small game hunting, and introducing new shooters to the lever-action manual of arms. The tubular magazine and lever cycling require deliberate technique, making it a good teaching platform for fundamentals. Small game like rabbits and squirrels at close to moderate distances are the practical hunting applications.

The Rossi Rio Bravo generates consistently positive discussion with a few recurring practical notes.

The traditional lever-action design draws buyers who specifically want the aesthetic and manual of arms of a classic American rifle format. The USA Heritage Edition finish is praised for its look.

At its price point, the Rio Bravo is considered good value. The 15+1 capacity in a lever-action .22 is genuinely useful for plinking sessions, and most owners report the action cycling smoothly.

The .22 LR caliber is universally noted as practical for training, low-cost shooting, and introducing new shooters. The low recoil and mild report make it appropriate for all ages.

Build quality feedback is mostly positive with some mentions of minor fit and finish inconsistencies. Durability over extended use appears acceptable for the price tier, though this is not a precision competition gun.

Accuracy at typical .22 LR ranges, 50 to 100 yards, is reported as satisfactory. Users who want longer-range capability from a rifle note the limitations of the .22 LR cartridge rather than the rifle itself.

The community aspect of lever-action ownership shows up in discussions, with owners sharing maintenance tips and debating the best .22 LR load for their specific example.