Ruger American Gen II Scout | 7.62×39 | 16.1in | 46966

The Ruger American Gen II Scout is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in 7.62×39 featuring a 16.1-inch threaded barrel and a leaf-green Gen II synthetic stock. It ships with a detachable AK-style 10-round magazine, AR-style adjustable iron sights, and a factory-installed scout-length scope base for forward-mounted optics. The barrel and receiver carry a cobalt Cerakote finish for enhanced corrosion resistance and easy maintenance. For the scout configuration, a forward-mount low- to mid-power optic such as the Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 pairs well while staying under $1,000.

Applications: medium-game hunting and recreational/practice range shooting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is 7.62x39mm.
• The action type is a Bolt Action.
• The barrel measures 16.1 inches.
• The barrel finish is Cobalt Cerakote.
• The rifling twist rate is 1:9.5″ RH.
• The stock material is Leaf Green synthetic.
• The overall length is 37.35 inches.
• The capacity is 10 rounds using a detachable AK-style magazine.
• The magazine type is AK-style, detachable.
• The front sight is AR-style adjustable.
• The rear sight is windage adjustable with flip aperture.
• The receiver and major metal components are made from alloy steel.
• The length of pull adjusts from 12 inches to 13.75 inches.
• The package includes one magazine and steel sling swivel studs.
• UPC: 736676469666.

This Scout configuration is focused on straightforward, practical performance: a durable synthetic stock with an adjustable length of pull and a soft rubber recoil pad, a cold hammer-forged threaded barrel with a protective Cerakote finish, and reliable Ruger Marksman-style trigger geometry. The combination of a scout-length scope base and adjustable AR-style iron sights gives the shooter flexible mounting and sighting options for intermediate-eye-relief optics or traditional aperture use. The rifle’s design emphasizes consistent, repeatable function for field use and range work.