This American-made lever-action rifle was manufactured with great pride and attention to detail. You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1895, combined with Ruger's trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms.

Features and Benefits: 

• Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from 416 stainless steel forgings.
• Barrel is made of 410 stainless steel and is cold hammer-forged which results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.
• Threaded barrel, with factory-installed thread protector, has a 11/16"-24 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories.
• Updated Picatinny rail provides a stable mounting surface for scope rings and a variety of modern optics.
• Ghost ring rear sight is adjustable for windage/elevation and tritium fiber optic, high visibility day/night front sight allows for quicker target acquisition in low light.
• Six-round, tubular magazine with a loading gate located on the receiver.
• Soft-rubber buttpad effectively absorbs recoil.
• Positive, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer.
• Reliably feeds a wide range of .45-70 Govt. factory ammunition and bullet types.
• Durable, laminate buttstock and forend remain dimensionally stable in varying weather conditions.
• Sharp checkering provides an excellent grip in all weather conditions.
• Spiral-fluted, polished bolt aids smooth cycling.
• Oversized lever loop provides clearance for operation with heavy gloves.
• Slim forend for an attractive look and comfortable feel.
• Also includes: Sling swivel studs, offset hammer spur.

Specs:

Calibre: 45-70 GOV'T

Barrel Length: 19.1"

Action: Lever Action

Hand: Right-Handed

Magazine: 5RND Magazine

SKU: 70478

Iron Sights Inc: Yes

Stock: Grey Laminate

Finish: Stainless