The Ruger American Heartland is a bolt-action .22 LR with a red, white, and blue finish — it's the patriotic edition of Ruger's American Rimfire line. Underneath the cosmetics it's the same cold hammer-forged barrel and bolt-action platform. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: American Heartland 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Weight: 6.1 lbs (97.6 ounces) 
• Overall Length: 41 inches 
• Length of Pull: 13.75 inches 
• Finish Color: Red, White, and Blue 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel delivers consistent accuracy and holds up over high round counts. The gold bead front sight and adjustable rear sight work well together for iron-sight shooting. The top tang safety is positioned naturally for thumb access. 
 
At 41 inches overall and 13.75-inch length of pull, this fits average adult-sized shooters well. The 6.1 lb weight is manageable for extended range sessions. 
 

Target Audience 

 
This rifle appeals to two groups: .22 LR shooters who want a proven Ruger platform, and buyers who are specifically drawn to the patriotic color scheme. It's a capable rifle regardless of the finish. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Sport Shooting: Accurate enough for casual competition and target work at 50-100 yards. 
• Small Game Hunting: .22 LR with a 22-inch barrel is a standard choice for rabbits and squirrels. 
• Plinking: 10-round capacity and reliable cycling make it good for relaxed range use.

Owners generally like this rifle. The patriotic finish is polarizing — people either buy it specifically for the look or don't care about it at all — but feedback on the actual shooting experience is consistently positive.

Accuracy gets mentioned often and favorably. The cold hammer-forged barrel on the American Rimfire platform has a good track record, and owners report this version is no different. The bolt is smooth, the trigger is acceptable, and the iron sights work well out of the box.

Build quality feedback is solid. The rifle feels well-made for its price point. Price-to-value comes up frequently in a positive context.

The main complaint is availability — the Heartland edition is a limited run and can be hard to find in stock. Some buyers also note it gets snatched up by collectors, which tightens supply. For those who can find one at a reasonable price, there's little to criticize on performance.