The Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag, built around a 24" cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:10 twist. The stainless steel receiver and bolt paired with the H-S Precision synthetic stock with aluminum bedding block give it a solid platform for long-range work. The integrated muzzle brake and 20 MOA Picatinny rail are factory-fitted. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Hawkeye FTW Hunter 
• Caliber: .300 Win Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 8.10 lbs 
• Overall Length: 46.25 inches 
• Finish: Matte Stainless / Tan with Black Webbing 
• Trigger Type: LC6 Trigger 
• Safety Type: Three-position safety 
• Twist Rate: 1:10" 
   

Detailed Features 

• Controlled Round Feed Extractor: Non-rotating Mauser-type extractor for reliable case control and extraction. 
   
• Hinged Steel Floorplate: Opens for easy unloading without cycling each round through the action. 
   
• 20 MOA Picatinny Rail: Factory-fitted rail with built-in 20 MOA cant, which extends usable elevation for long-range dialing without burning through adjustment. 
   
• Three-Position Safety: Lets users safely load or unload the chamber with the bolt unlocked. 
   
• Pro Series H-S Precision Stock: Aluminum bedding block for consistent action-to-stock fit. The Pro-Center grip geometry positions the shooting hand closer to bore axis. 
   
• Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel with Muzzle Brake: The CHF process produces consistent bore dimensions; the integrated muzzle brake reduces felt recoil noticeably on .300 Win Mag.

Owners of the Hawkeye FTW Gen 3 in .300 Win Mag consistently highlight accuracy and build quality as its strengths. The cold hammer-forged barrel gets specific credit for holding consistent groups, and the 20 MOA rail is frequently mentioned as a practical feature for long-range setups.

Ergonomics draw mixed feedback; the stock fits most shooters well but some find the grip geometry awkward during long shooting sessions. Weight at 8.10 lbs is noted both positively (steady hold) and negatively (heavy to carry). Recoil management with the muzzle brake is generally rated as good for .300 Win Mag, though the brake is loud. Customer service experiences with Ruger vary across individual accounts. Price discussions are split. Some buyers consider it fair for the spec level, others point to comparable options at lower cost.