Ruger American Gen II Scout | 5.56 NATO | 16.1″ | 46965

The Ruger American Generation II Scout is a bolt-action rifle configured for .223 Rem/5.56 NATO chambering with a 16.1-inch threaded barrel and a Leaf Green Gen II synthetic stock. It ships with a factory scout-length scope base and AR-style iron sights, and includes one AR-style detachable magazine and steel sling swivel studs. The rifle’s features emphasize compact handling and modularity for field use.

A practical optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this configuration is the Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32, which offers intermediate-eye-relief magnification suitable for a scout-length mount and a clear sight picture for varmint and target work.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co..
• The model is listed as the American Gen II Scout.
• The caliber is listed as .223 REM/5.56 NATO.
• The action is Bolt Action.
• The barrel length is 16.1 inches.
• The barrel finish is Cobalt Cerakote.
• The barrel is threaded with a 1/2″-28 pattern.
• The stock is a Leaf Green Gen II synthetic design with splatter texture.
• The magazine configuration is an AR-style 10-round detachable magazine.
• Included accessories are one magazine and steel sling swivel studs.
• Sights are AR-style adjustable front and a windage-adjustable flip-aperture rear.
• The trigger is the Ruger Marksman Adjustable with a user-adjustable pull.
• Length of pull is adjustable from 12 to 13.75 inches.
• The overall length is 37.35 inches.
• UPC: 736676469659.

This rifle is well-suited to applications such as varmint and small-game field work and precision-oriented range practice where a compact, scout-style platform and intermediate-eye-relief optics are preferred. Its scout-length base and threaded barrel provide flexibility for mounting optics or adding approved muzzle accessories where lawful and appropriate.

Built with Ruger’s Power Bedding system and an adjustable Marksman trigger, the Gen II Scout balances modularity and accuracy in a compact package. The combination of a synthetic splatter-finish stock and a Cerakote-coated receiver/barrel gives the rifle weather-resistant handling characteristics for extended outdoor use.

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