New Ruger 10/22 VLEH Target Tactical Rifle
Some years ago Ruger was not giving customers what they wanted but they have really turned things around. Following on from the recently launched tacti-cool Ruger SR-22, the newest in the 10/22 line is the Ruger 10/22 VLEH Target Tactical Carbine. It is essentially a new version of the Ruger 10/22T (Target) styled after the Ruger M77 Hawkeye Tactical, which was also launched this year.
The 10/22 VLEH1 features a Hogue OverMolded stock, in my opinion the best for the Ruger 10/22. The barrel is 16" heavy .920" profile match-grade barrel with target crown. It has the same trigger group as the Ruger 10/22T, which is much superior to the standard factory trigger. To top it all off, a bipod is included.
The VLEH configuration is almost identical to my favorite 10/22 configuration. It makes perfect sense for hunting and general plinking. My only complaint would be the lack of iron sights, although few people will miss them.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 10 Rounds (with factory magazines) |
| Finish | Black Matte |
| Stock | Black Hogue OverMolded |
| Barrel Length | 16.12" |
| Groove | 6 |
| Twist | 1:16" RH |
| Overall Length | 34.5" |
| Weight | 6.88 lbs |
| Front / Rear Sight(s) | None |
| Suggested Retail Price | $ 555.00 |
Hat Tip: Down Range TV
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Why does Ruger have to assign these awful product codes? ↩
For all of you who don’t know, the Israeli Defense Force issue Ruger 10/22′s as trainers …hmmmm , having met a few of the IDF in my last tour in the sand box I can “neither confirm nor deny” that the IDF use 22′s for more than just training. In the hands of a skilled professional it’s a deadly weapon.
Just got one, put a BSA 6-18 x40 on it. It’s deadly accurate at 150 yds
This is just about perfect for a compact suppresssed scoped rifle. Of course one could build it from a regular model or shorten the barrel of an 10/22 T but why bother if you can buy one off-the-shelf.
I will most probably buy this version and add a suppressor (legal in Finland) and a mildot scope. A few high cap mags are added just for the fun of it. Anyway having an accurate scope semi-auto is always a pleasure. Besides 10/22s last forever.
Remember to change the barrel every 50000 rounds or so.
How much torque is used on the hex bolts holding the barrel?
Was at the range this past weekend, a friend purchased one, got to shoot 10 rounds, great trigger and balance. I own 2 ruger 10/22′s both with custom triggers and the vleh tactical trigger was almost as good, I GUESS I need one. Enjoy shooting, PS Wolf 22 lr target rounds shoot tighter groups.
well, somebody say that tactical is not right for .22 cal…. special forces use .22 all over the world these weapons.example green hornet. made ruger 77/22 for the us forces. they shoot dogs lights etc……..creetings from finland
Picked one up today.
@Brian – the bipod is a Shooters Ridge Rock Mount bipod.
It has it’s own little instructions in the box.
I’m really liking this rifle. I bet it’s going to be a lot of fun at the range as soon as I can dial in the Nikon 4 x 40 scope I just mounted on there. How sweet is that?
More on it after I shoot it a bit.
im 19 and i am looking to buy this gun from my local academy sports and outdoors. do i need any kind of special licesnse or training to purchase this gun?
I’ve got an ol’ Target model I shortened & recrowned to 16 1/8″ before Ruger ever thought of it . Also had the chamber buzzed ( 1/2 MM & yes , it makes a huge difference ) to shoot CCI Stingers w/ zero problems . I’ve also polished the trigger sear w/ 400 grit automotive sandpaper – a workin’ man’s trigger job ! Breaks @ just over 3 pounds .
Wanna real kick , 10-22 fans ? Spend less than a C note for a .17 Mach II barrel from Numrich … bolts right on w/ an allen wrench . A heavy bolt is also required – another 35 bucks . Uses the same factory mags as the .22 , although I have had feeding problems with cheap hi-cap mags .
In this configuration , the CCI Stinger seems lame . It will absolutely REMOVE a tree rat’s head @ over 100 yards , as long as the wind’s not blowing too hard .
Wouldn’t trade mine for love or money …it’s heavy , but with a 6-24 X50 Tasco target scope on board … it’s deadly accurate on small game up to coyote . Pop’s ‘em & drops ‘em – game over .
Seems to cycle twice as fast as my 10/22 carbine. It is also very tacti-cool!
Just bought one!!! Talk about B.A.(ad ss) Cant wait for the optics to come in the mail. by the way I got mine for $419 plus tax ($445 otd) WELL WORTH THE JINGLE!
Has anyone tried the trigger? That’s what makes or breaks this gun for me, if it’s good, I’ll get it, if it’s just the same as in basic 10/22, then I’ll get that instead, and buy aftermarket trigger for the same money.
dear Heath; i feel that if i can sneak this weapon around a corner and pop you in the nose w/ it, thats ”tactical” enough for me. You can still get your killin’ done w/ a .22.
does anybody know the brand of bipod ruger has put on this rifle?
Found one of these at the local gun show this weekend in Lauderdale.
Alas, it was not to become mine. The retailer had two on the table but they were spoken for. A guy and his wife had them on hold at the show that morning as they went home for their CCW permits so they could take them home that day. Grrr… they bought them both.
Anyway, great feel, fit and finish on this rifle. It’s shorter than I expected. The stock is short and the barrel seems short. The Hogue grip and the heavy, hammer forged barrel is a fantastic match and has an absolutely fantastic feel and balance to the rifle. I absolutely love the Hogue over molded grip / stock. Hard to believe it’s a 10/22. Some basic post sights would be nice but it’s intended to get a scope so back up sights are not part of the deal. Given the really attractive spiral treatment on the barrel, sights would not go well cosmetically.
This is a .22 LR rifle I want to own. I have a nice Nikon 4x rimfire scope in the closet just waiting for a home on a rifle…
The price I saw on this one was $439 at the show.
I’m searching high and low for one of these to be in stock somewhere. I want to go ahead and pick one up.
I saw the grey target hammer forged barrel on a Boyd’s EVO stock and I almost went ahead and bought it.
I want to find one of these and as soon as I do it’s coming home with me.
Julio
Hey Steve i got my ruger 10 22 for christmas but my grandfather who owns the land were i shoot thinks its to much gun for me.
my dad was giving me some shooting tips when he walked up and wanted to tellme how to aim with the open sights. So he did, shot the gun at about seven yards, missed, said he shot better at prone, then blamed the trigger.
but i love him. ps im thirteen
You guys overlooked Israel using the Ruger 10/22 suppressed.
http://www.ruger1022.com/docs/israeli_sniper.htm
Just like survival knives, you have those that are for fine work and those that are for brute work…
Tools gentlemen…. Tools.
Lots of ammunition can be had and kept in small spaces, inexpensively and even an unsuppressed .22 LR isn’t all that noisy. There is a lot to be said for the .22 LR
VAK and HEATH…… Are you really assuming that an individual would take this weapon to a current world conflict. Think of it more as a ” end of times class rifle” easy to stock up and store ammo, you can carry twice the amount of ammo, and in the appropriate hands can be just as leathal as many other larger calibers.
any due dates????
my dealer gave me that strange look when I ordered it without knowing a final price.
.22 firearms have been used in war with great effect.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Standard_HDM
http://www.smallarmsreview.com/pdf/OSSPistol.PDF
“tactical” is a pretty nonsensical term to me…
With the MSRP being $555 the gun will most likely retail for around $400 or so I’d think which might not be a bad price all things considered. I’m in the market for a 10/22 myself so this is on the list of things to consider. Unless you find a used 10/22 the cheapest 10/22 you can get would cost you $200. The Hogue stock is maybe $60-80 and a barrel like that is at least $90 so assuming the thing actually retails for around $400 that’s a good price and you haven’t even bothered with the trigger yet.
I feel exactly the same Heath, for me “tactical” means “bring all the advantages you can to win the fight”. But going to a fight with a .22 is maybe the dumbest thing possible (except maybe bringing a knife to a gun fight, but this is common knowlege).
Tech-Sights has an adapter for the .920″ barrels that allows them to accept iron sights. I use their peep sights on my 10/22, but it has the standard profile barrel so I can’t speak the the adapter specifically.
Bob, good to know! I am pleased to see another iron sight aficionado on the blog
Ok, am I the only one who feels “Tactical” doesn’t belong in the name of a rifle chambered in 22 LR.
It’s not tacti-cool enough. It needs a threaded barrel.
I guess I’d have to feel the trigger before I decided the price was worth it, or if I could just build one up myself for cheaper/the same price, and have some fun doing it.