Once there, you can verify that the ruger firearm you seek is available through that retailer and order it, subject to all federal, state and local laws please note that due to export regulations, this service is not available. Page 2 of 2 new ruger mini 14 problem posted in semiauto rifles. Adds ease of adjustment to the newer ranch rifles serial number prefix 580581582583584 produced from 2005 to present. Figure its probably not an accurate opinion so wondering what everyones experience is with this firearm. Simple, rugged, garandstyle action with breech bolt locking system, a fixedpiston gas system and selfcleaning moving gas cylinder gives unparalleled reliability under harsh operating conditions. So you cant assume that a 582 has the heavier barrel without seeing it. Ten ruger mini14thirty accessories that are actually. I put this on a stainless 183 series mini 14 with a accustrut. I have pushed well over a thousand rounds of surplus russian ammo through the mini30 and only given it one wipe down and.
In the newer 580series rifles, ruger actually did a fantastic job at tidying up their. I was first introduced to it a number of years ago as an alternative to the ak series of rifles. Mini 14 standard barrel vs the newer heavier barrels read 7728 times banxj502. I regularly get 2 at 100 yards and that is even after the barrel has warmed up. Well, first things first, lets have a look at the problems that plagued rugers original 1973 mini14.
In all honesty, i have enough ruger deer rifles to justify not taking one with this. Target or thirty model should be on your short list the next time you shop for a modern rifle. Dammit, i just drosd another mini14 with range report archive. Aug 24, 20 this is a 582 series ruger mini 30, purchased new just recently, with around 200 rounds through it.
The ruger mini 30 rifle is something of a unique creature. The metallic ruger coin in the grip makes it official. The ruger mini 14 30 ranch rifle is one of the most popular guns and we have a full line of aftermarket ruger mini 14 folding stock for sale, scopes, mounts muzzle brakes and tactical accessories made for the ruger mini 14 30 ranch rifle. North east ga ruger samson atm mini 14, mini 30 folding stock thread in rifles started by georgiahawkeye, apr 9, 2020 at 5. Promag archangel precision rifle stock for the ruger mini 1430 black polymer stock. Jarhead94, take a look at my post outlining what i did with my 583 series mini ranch rifle in the mini 14 tactical thread.
Ruger mini 14 30 rifle scope bases rifles base accuracy. Jul 01, 2016 in 2009 i finally updated both rifles to the new fat barreled versions, again what i got was a reliable accurate rifle, minute of bad guy out to 300 yards. I took the rifle to the range and experienced both of these issues. There is a clearance issue between the back of the extractor and the front of the receiver. Mini 30 ammo is usually crap, so your issues may be ammo issues. No personal experience, just tracking things like this here and on the ruger forum. Ruger samson atm mini 14, mini 30 folding stock north. As a result you get misfires in the mini 30 using russian steel case ammo. Carl swenson shares information about the ruger mini30 rifle in this article. Is it worth having or something best to pass on unless. In conclusion, i have been pleased with my ruger mini14 ranch rifle.
Ruger set up the mini 30 to operate with boxer primed brass case ammo. I only feed my mini30 fiocchi green box and my mini14 selier belliot ammo which they both like or winchester soft tips when hunting so i cant comment on the steel ammo issues. Shooting sports forum rifle forum ruger mini14 and mini30. Interesting, i had a 582 tactical m30 always functioned properly but accuracy was less than impressive. We have the best gun parts at the best prices youll find online. Buy the best front and rear sights available for the ruger mini 14 and ruger mini 30 rifles. I basically got it for a shtf situation but i am certain that it could harvest deer with no issues. One concern among the users of the mini 14 is its standard iron sights. Ruger mini14 rifle question page 2 the firearms forum.
American rifleman five reasons to reconsider the ruger mini14. The ruger mini30 may not be the newest, sexiest, or most accurate rifle on the market, however it is incredibly reliable. The mini 14 ranch rifle can be field stripped for cleaning to its basic subassemblies in seconds without the use. Ruger mini 14 accessories shop ruger mini 14 30 tactical. I have been intrigued for a while by the ruger mini14 series of rifles for a couple of reasons. I recently learned of the har bar, which mounts on the gas block of the mini 14 and mini 30. I put this on a stainless 183 series mini14 with a accustrut.
Being a fan of the platform, ive seen a lot of gimmicky accessories for both rifles over the years. I only feed my mini 30 fiocchi green box and my mini 14 selier belliot ammo which they both like or winchester soft tips when hunting so i cant comment on the steel ammo issues. Ruger mini 14 and mini 30 ruger mini 14 and mini 30 family of rifles. The ruger mini14s biggest problem and how to fix it off the. Looking for the best parts and accessories for your ruger mini14. Ruger mini14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle model 5854. By clicking on a link above, you will leave the ruger website and be transported to the website of an independent, federally licensed retailer of ruger products. Accuracy systems sells mini 14 and mini 30 rifle front sights and rear sights rifles. Absolutely reliable and the newer 581 and 582 series are much more accurate. Their short barrels and overall short length make them favorites in any application where maneuverability and ease of handling are priorities. Minis like ruger factory mags and i have yet to see an aftermarket mag work as reliably as factory. None of the three or four tight and the fifth 5 inches out with the 180 and 181 series carbines. For some reason ive had an opinion for some time now that the ruger mini14 is not all that accurate and overall a crappy rifle.
Oct 21, 2007 ruger s mini 14 580 series ranch rifle i recently swapped into a likenew 2007production mini 14. Anyway, got a 582 series blued ranch rifle, then discovered on this forum. Ruger semiauto fixing the minithirty mini30 to shoot russian steel. My 582 series ranch rifle is very good for its intended purpose.
How is the performance of a ruger mini30 comparable to a mini14. My 582series is pt equipment, what w the hikin required to shag brass due to aggressive ejection. They probably modified the regular mini 14 pins the same way just for simplicity of production. Mar 12, 2014 the ruger mini 30 may not be the newest, sexiest, or most accurate rifle on the market, however it is incredibly reliable. Hogue stock ruger mini 14 30 ranch rifle post 180 serial numbers fde 78300 hogue stock ruger mini 14 30 ranch rifle. The new 580 series guns are said to have addressed many of the accuracy issues. I purchased a used 582 series and was aware of the reliability issues of these. My grandfather brought an m1 carbine back from world war ii and they are very similar in. It is a handy rifle that i feel will serve me well in my coyote hunting pursuits. Jun 15, 2018 rugers flagship semiauto rifle, the mini14, is one such design, and definitely stands out among a sea of aks and ars. Accuracy systems nonadjustable gas blocks replace your ruger minis gas block. In the mini30 series i know that the 582 series guns have the heavy barrel. It is simple, reliable, and consists of a relatively few rugged components.
I bought a first year version of the mini30 rifle also again these were hand fitted and very reliable and accurate, but that soon chaged as. My 583 series that ive had for a year is absolutely reliable and will hold 23 iron sight. The ruger mini14s biggest problem and how to fix it. The thread about case separation on a 584 mini mentioned the 582 problem. Accuracy systems new ruger mini gas system will actually help your rifle shoot better by reducing the harmonics that are produced when the operating rod comes in contact with your receiver during high speed cycling of the operating rod. Shorter barrels make them excellent in any situation. Ruger would often produce mini14s with gas blocks that had inconsistent contact with the barrel, thereby distorting its harmonics. Fits all ranch rifle models pre and post 580 series, mini 14, mini 30, 6. The ruger mini 1430 ranch rifle is one of the most popular guns and we have a full line of aftermarket ruger mini 14 folding stock for sale, scopes, mounts muzzle brakes and tactical accessories made for the ruger mini 1430 ranch rifle. Does it have ejection issues when you use stock ruger 5 or 10 round magazines. Mar 09, 2017 for some reason ive had an opinion for some time now that the ruger mini 14 is not all that accurate and overall a crappy rifle. Ruger mini 14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle model. Ruger mini 14 accessories shop ruger mini 1430 tactical. Ruger mini14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle models.
Ruger has decided to enter the lightweight, longrange hunting rifle game with their appropriately named hawkeye longrange hunter bolt action rifle. An ar is guaranteed to jam on you eventually so make sure you carry a hammer and a flathead screwdriver with you all the time while with your ar. This is a 582 series ruger mini 30, purchased new just recently, with. Ten ruger mini14thirty accessories that are actually worth. I kept the mini 14 and finally got some factory 20 rounders for it. Mini14thirty overmolded rubber rifle stock blackshopruger. Brownells is your source for ruger mini30 parts at brownells. The mini14 is manufactured in many different variants, like the ranch version with scope base, the mini30 7. The newest series mini30s 582 series minis solved the wispy barrel problem.
Sep 18, 2018 the mini14 and mini thirty have been in production in one form or fashion since the early 1970s. On the perfect union website i believe members found out the 582 series has an updated firing pin design to accommodate the mini 30 and steel cased ammunition and berdan primers. Coupled with a quake claw sling and a bushnell ar 39x40 scope this rifle is starting to take shapeplanning on mounting a picatinny under the forearm of the stock to mount a harris bipod. Reloads were better but there was definite vertical stringing. When ars were exotic and minis were pedestrian, i bought one. Mini 30 ive owned a mini thirty for over a year now and have handloaded extensively for it. Since the ak47 variants have been made all over the world, bore diameters are all over the map as well.
The russian steel case ammo does have the primer seated deeper to prevent slam fires in the military ak47. Perhaps the most pronounced issues that the pre580 series rifle faced actually boiled down to production flaws, where the factory got a little sloppy. Archangels proprietary formula of carbon fiber, glass fill and polymer creates a stock that is tough as nails and is guaranteed for life. The best mini 14 scope mounts of 2020 from its introduction in 1973, the ruger mini 14 established itself as a wonderful plinker, reliable hunting rifle, and a successor and modern rendition of the lever action a cowboy would carry in his saddle boot. In light off all the issues your rifle is having, you should consider contacting ruger. My early 189 series stainless mini thirty ranch rifle seemed a bit pricey at the time, about 12 the current price. I have pushed well over a thousand rounds of surplus russian ammo through the mini 30 and only given it one wipe down and squirt of lube which for the record was done because of rain. The firing pin only protrudes about 32 thousand from the bolt face. Mini 14 standard barrel vs the newer heavier barrels.
Rugers mini 14 580 series ranch rifle i recently swapped into a likenew 2007production mini 14. I suspect i got a barrel made for the 582 series rifles. The thin barrel or pencil barrel as everyone calls it is. Just had my new to me 583 series mini 14 ranch rifle out to finish a sitein at camp. I amazes me that after all these years ruger still has not attacked the lack of accuracy from these minis. Retooled 582 series mini14s have tighter tolerances, better sights, and heavier, tapered bbls. Well, ok, my mini starts with 582 so im good to go, right.
Discussion in rifle country started by macchina, apr 16, 2014. Also, check out s mini 1430 forum and youll see that with a few tweaks, the minis can be made to shoot moa and better. Mar 29, 2020 on the perfect union website i believe members found out the 582 series has an updated firing pin design to accommodate the mini 30 and steel cased ammunition and berdan primers. Just received some feedback from the ruger forum and this is what they are saying. This gun is designed to be accurate, lightweight, user adjustable and tough. Only use ruger factory mags, and itll go bang every. The new version come with a nominal barrel outside diameter of 0. Update sent the rifle back to ruger, they ground down the notch in. Hogue rubber over molded stock for ruger, mini 1430 post. I had a mini14 ranch rifle for a while, picked up used. Its primary purpose was to fill the role of a patrol carbine. With its tighter manufacturing tolerances, the new mini14 is more accurate than ever. What i have read is that the new tapered barrel guns start somewhere in the 582 series.
Shop for ruger mini30 rifle parts 186, 189, 196197 series, accessories and more with numrich gun parts corp. Matches what i have experienced with my 582mini 14. The mechanism employs the ruger fixed pistonmoving cylinder gas system in conjunction with a simplified garandtype rotating bolt. In 2009 i finally updated both rifles to the new fat barreled versions, again what i got was a reliable accurate rifle, minute of bad guy out to 300 yards.
The mini 14 is manufactured in many different variants, like the ranch version with scope base, the mini 30 7. With a filthy cheap barska 3 to 9 it posted 2 inch groups constantly. I was looking for something less scary than the folding stock i had. Fast forward to 1987, and youd see the first advertisements for the second in this series of rifles. Ruger mini 30 arrived in excellent condition as nd is a welcome addition to our safety. Precision fit inlet and ridged construction improves accuracy without need for complicated and expensive glassbedding. Fixing the minithirty mini30 to shoot russian steel. New tooling and tighter tolerances make for a sharper shooting ruger ranch. Once there, you can verify that the ruger firearm you seek is available through that retailer and order it, subject to all federal, state and local laws. I love my mini 14 and it is the only poodle popper carbine i own anymore.
Also, check out s mini 14 30 forum and youll see that with a few tweaks, the minis can be made to shoot moa and better. Shooting sports forum rifle forum ruger mini 14 and mini 30. After doing that my rifle now tosses the brass about 1012 feet out at 2 oclock. In 1987, ruger introduced the mini thirty rifle chambered for the russian.
Mar 24, 2016 ruger mini 14 vs ruger ranch rifle vs garand vs m1 carbine duration. Ruger mini 14 mini thirty rifle autoloading rifle models. Really the best thing about the ruger mini 1430 is that they are often allowed in ban states. Ruger mini 14 vs ruger ranch rifle vs garand vs m1 carbine duration. Its the mags not the rifle, promag or ruger work in the 580 and up series. Mini 14 reliability firearms talk the community for. Id traded the 30 due to the mag problem for my first ar. We can handle any factory replacement part work you are needing from firing pins to trigger components and more. But, after going through just about all of them, heres a good selection of items that are actually. I have enough ruger deer rifles to justify not taking one with this. Id spent a great deal of time with ak rifles and became used to their performance.
Ruger mini 14 30 rifle front sight rear sights rifles accuracy. The problem with the steel cased ammo was resolved by replacing a couple of springs with. Discussion in rifle country started by socalbeachbum, jan 5, 2018. There also seems to have been a general misunderstanding of customer expectations. There was no ruger forum then so my knowledge was limited as to what worked and what didnt. Shop for ruger mini 30 rifle parts 186, 189, 196197 series, accessories and more with numrich gun parts corp. While their first generation version had issues, the gen ii mags are good to go.