Is the Ruger Mini Thirty a good gun?

Overall I found the performance of Ruger’s Mini-Thirty 5868 Tactical to be quite good. Initially I had my reservations on the magazines, but they gave no problems and the rifle ran without issue throughout testing. Ruger advises against using steel case ammunition, but I had zero issues running it in this rifle.

Is the Mini-30 more accurate than the Mini-14?

The performance of the two rifles is almost identical. Both are reliable, well made and reasonably accurate with the exception of some of the older Mini-14s. There is some scuttlebutt that the Mini-30 is slightly more accurate due to a stiffer barrel but it would be hard to verify that without a number of them to test.

Can a Ruger Mini 30 shoot 308?

Your Mini-30 will shoot the . 308 to . 311 bullet just fine. Like any rifle, it may like some bullets better than others.

How much is a used Ruger Mini 30 worth?

RUGER MINI 30 rifle PRICE AND HISTORICAL VALUE A RUGER MINI 30 rifle is currently worth an average price of $1,130.23 new and $1,044.87 used . The 12 month average price is $1,172.88 new and $1,090.43 used.

Can a Ruger Mini 30 use AK mags?

The steel magazines are solid as a tank, but they’re no AK mags. And AK mags won’t work. Ruger ships the Mini Thirty with two 20-round magazines or with five-round ones if you are in an area that doesn’t allow the higher capacity.

What is wrong with steel cased ammo?

The other problem with steel cased ammo is that the cases don’t expand the same way that brass cases do. This causes carbon build up between the case and the chamber wall. This build up can cause stuck cases. Sometimes these cases will stick so severely that it is difficult to remove them even with a cleaning rod.

What kind of magazine does a Ruger Mini 30 have?

Ruger Mini Thirty 7.62×39 Rifle With Flash Hider, Black – 5854 This Mini-30 model offers a different take on the stainless model just reviewed. As with all Mini-30’s you are assured power thanks to the 7.62 x 39 mm caliber. There is a 20-capacity magazine, and the rifle is finished in a sleek looking Black.

What are the different models of Ruger Mini 14?

The Mini-14 comes in three main variants: the Ranch Rifle, the Tactical Rifle, and the Mini-30. Within each variant, there are a handful of different models that you can choose from. But what are the differences between these models? By the end you’ll know some history…along with the best choice for you in either Ruger 14 or 30 flavor.

Do you need a scope on a Ruger Mini 14?

Scope options – Not a necessity! The best Ruger Mini-14 & Mini-30 models all allow for scopes to be added. While a proportion of owners take up this option, it is certainly not deemed to be a priority. This is because the rifle’s sighting system includes two sights.

What kind of barrel does a mini 30 have?

The Model 5804 is a Ranch Rifle style version of the Mini 30. Like the Ranch Rifle, it has a 18.5-inch barrel and a tapered barrel with no flash suppressor. It has a hardwood stock for a classic look, though I will say I wish a blued finish version was available; the Model 5804 has a matte stainless steel finish. 2. Mini-30 Ranch, Model 5853