The Ruger American Rimfire is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 LR with a 16.1-inch threaded barrel at 1/2x28 thread pitch. It has a 10-round capacity and ships with a satin blued finish on a black synthetic stock. A Picatinny scope base is included. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Ruger 
• Model: American Rimfire 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 10+1 
• Barrel Length: 16.1 in 
• Color/Finish: Satin Blued / Black Stock 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16.1-inch threaded barrel with 1/2x28 thread pitch 
• Satin blued alloy finish 
• Black synthetic stock 
• Picatinny scope base included 
• 10-round magazine included

The Ruger American Rimfire has a reputation as a practical, no-frills bolt-action .22 LR. Owners frequently cite the included Picatinny scope base as a convenience that gets them to the range without additional purchases. The threaded barrel is a plus for those running a suppressor.

The satin blued finish is generally appreciated for its corrosion resistance, though some owners note it shows handling marks more readily than a matte finish would. Trigger opinions are mixed: the factory trigger is serviceable for general use, but precision-minded shooters tend to upgrade it early.

At its price point the American Rimfire competes well against other entry bolt-action .22 LR rifles. The common knock is that the black synthetic stock feels utilitarian rather than refined, which matters more to some buyers than others.