Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Rifle 6.8mm Rem SPC 5-Round Blued Steel

The Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Rifle in 6.8mm Remington SPC delivers enhanced terminal ballistics over traditional .223 Remington while maintaining the proven M1 Garand operating system. This configuration combines the versatility of a semi-automatic platform with the improved downrange energy of the 6.8 SPC cartridge for hunting and tactical applications.

What Makes This Different

The 6.8mm Remington SPC chambering provides 30% more kinetic energy than .223 Remington at 300 yards, making this Mini-14 variant more effective for medium game hunting and barrier penetration. The traditional blued steel finish offers corrosion resistance while maintaining the classic aesthetic that has defined the Mini-14 platform since 1973. Unlike AR-15 platforms, the gas-operated rotating bolt system requires minimal maintenance and functions reliably in adverse conditions.

Key Features

• 6.8mm Remington SPC chambering for superior ballistic performance over .223/5.56
• 18.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with 1:10 twist rate optimized for heavy bullets
• Traditional hardwood stock with sling swivels and integral trigger guard
• Garand-style operating system with self-cleaning gas system
• 5-round flush-fitting detachable box magazine
• Protected post front sight and military-style aperture rear sight
• Integral scope mounts for easy optics installation

Field performance demonstrates the 6.8 SPC's capability to maintain supersonic velocity beyond 400 yards, extending effective range for hunting applications. The rifle functions reliably with bullet weights from 85 to 130 grains, accommodating both varmint and big game loads. Weather testing confirms consistent cycling in temperatures from -20°F to 140°F, with the self-regulating gas system preventing over-gassing common in direct impingement designs.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 6.8mm Remington SPC
• Barrel Length: 18.5 inches
• Overall Length: 37.25 inches
• Weight: 6.75 pounds
• Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds
• Twist Rate: 1:10 inches
• Stock: American hardwood
• Finish: Blued steel
• Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
• Safety: Cross-bolt trigger guard safety
• Country of Origin: USA

This configuration represents the evolution of the Mini-14 platform into modern intermediate cartridge performance while retaining the reliability and simplicity that made the original design successful. The 6.8 SPC chambering addresses the ballistic limitations of .223 Remington without requiring the larger receiver dimensions of .308 Winchester variants.