The Ruger American Ranch Rifle Compact in .350 Legend is a bolt-action rifle built for hunters who need a straight-wall-legal cartridge and want a compact, lightweight package. The 16.4-inch barrel and 34.75-inch overall length make it notably maneuverable, and the 6-lb weight keeps carry comfortable over long distances. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Ruger 
• Model: American Ranch Rifle Compact 
• Caliber: .350 Legend 
• Barrel Length: 16.4 inches 
• Overall Length: 34.75 inches 
• Weight: 6 lbs. 
• Capacity: 5 rounds (detachable magazine) 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth 
   

Detailed Features 

The cold hammer-forged barrel produces consistent bore geometry and generally supports long-term accuracy. The Ruger Marksman Adjustable Trigger lets the shooter set a pull weight that suits their preference, which is useful for both field and range use. 
 
The detachable 5-round magazine is faster to reload than an internal magazine, which is a practical advantage in the field. The Flat Dark Earth finish is weather-resistant and non-reflective. The compact design -- 34.75 inches overall -- fits well in dense brush where a longer rifle would be awkward. 
 

Target Audience: 

• Deer hunters in straight-wall-only states who want a compact bolt-action in .350 Legend. 
• Younger or smaller-framed hunters who benefit from reduced weight and length. 
• Hunters who work in dense cover where a short rifle is a practical advantage. 
   

Usage Scenarios: 

• Deer hunting in restricted jurisdictions: .350 Legend meets straight-wall requirements and delivers appropriate energy at hunting distances. 
• Dense cover hunting: 34.75-inch overall length handles well in close-quarters brush. 
• Range practice: adjustable trigger and cold hammer-forged barrel support accurate load development.

The Ruger American Ranch Compact in .350 Legend FDE gets solid reviews from hunters, particularly those in straight-wall-restricted states.

The compact dimensions are the most consistent praise point -- the 16.4-inch barrel and 34.75-inch overall length make it genuinely maneuverable in heavy brush where a standard rifle is clumsy. The .350 Legend caliber gets credit for meeting straight-wall requirements while keeping recoil moderate, which works for both adult and youth-adjacent hunters. Build quality and out-of-box accuracy draw positive notes, and the Ruger brand's durability reputation carries over to this model.

Critical feedback covers a few areas: some wish the gun were lighter despite it already being on the lighter end at 6 lbs; stock adjustability is limited compared to more expensive platforms; and the FDE finish, while practical, doesn't appeal to shooters who prefer traditional blued steel or wood. Comparisons to other Ruger models and competing brands come up frequently in purchase deliberations.