The Ruger Hawkeye Ultralight M77 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. It uses a stainless steel finish and an All Weather fixed stock, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for optic mounts. The 20-inch barrel keeps the package manageable without sacrificing too much velocity in the 6.5 Creedmoor chambering. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Hawkeye Ultralight M77 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
• Stock: Fixed All Weather 
• Sights: Drilled & Tapped (no iron sights included) 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
   

Detailed Features 

The Ruger M77 bolt is a controlled-round-feed design that handles a variety of loads reliably. The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering has a flat trajectory and relatively low recoil for its long-range capability, which helps during extended shooting sessions and makes the lightweight platform easier to manage. 
 
The All Weather stock resists moisture and temperature changes, which matters on hunting trips in variable conditions. No iron sights are included — the receiver is drilled and tapped, so buyers will need to add a scope. The 20-inch barrel is a compromise between the portability hunters need and the velocity the cartridge is designed to produce. 
 

Target Audience 

The Hawkeye Ultralight appeals to hunters who cover a lot of ground on foot and want a rifle that won't wear them down over a long day. It also suits long-range shooters who want a 6.5 Creedmoor platform without excessive weight. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Hunting: The lightweight build reduces fatigue on multi-day backcountry hunts, and the 6.5 Creedmoor is effective on deer-sized game at extended ranges. 
2. Target Shooting: The bolt action and cartridge combination produces consistent groups for precision range work. 
3. Long Range: The 6.5 Creedmoor's ballistic coefficient extends effective range compared to shorter .30-caliber options at similar weight.

The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Ultralight in 6.5 Creedmoor is well-regarded among hunters who prioritize portability. The lightweight build is the most frequently praised characteristic — owners mention carrying it all day without the fatigue that heavier hunting rifles cause.

Accuracy gets consistent positive feedback. The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge shoots flat and the Ruger M77 action supports sub-MOA performance with quality ammunition, which most owners confirm in field and range reports. Versatility at various distances is a recurring theme.

The factory trigger pull is the most common criticism. Some shooters find it heavier than they prefer for precision work, and trigger replacement or adjustment is mentioned in several owner reviews as an early modification. The recoil on an ultralight rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor is noticeable — lighter than a magnum cartridge, but more felt than the same round in a heavier stock.

A few users mention the fixed stock lacks adjustment options that modern hunters sometimes prefer. The drilled-and-tapped receiver is a positive since iron sights on a rifle intended for optics add unnecessary weight.

Overall, the M77 Hawkeye Ultralight is a well-built hunting rifle that does what it promises. The trigger is the most practical upgrade most buyers will want to consider.