Ruger Precision Rifle 18080 .338 Lapua 26” Bolt Action Rifle, 2x Mags, 2020
SOLD FOR: $1,877.00
LSB#: LSB251230ST022
Make: Ruger
Model: Ruger Precision Rifle (18080)
Serial Number: 1804-18533
Year of Manufacture: 2020
Caliber: .338 Lapua Magnum
Action Type: Bolt-Action, fed by Detachable Magazines
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “RUGER PRECISION”, along with Ruger’s Newport address, and the serial number. The right side of the receiver is marked with the Ruger logo. The left side of the barrel is marked “.338 LAPUA MAG”, along with Ruger’s 2-line warning.
Barrel Length: 26″. 30″ with two-port muzzle brake.
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights. The top of the receiver is mounted with a picatinny rail for optics.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a folding adjustable buttstock, with an adjustable comb, adjustable LOP, black rubber buttpad, and a bottom picatinny rail. The pistol grip is a standard A2 Ruger polymer pistol grip. The handguard is a 18″ factory Ruger handguard that is M-LOK compatible. The LOP measures 14″ in its current configuration. The furniture shows light handling wear, with a few light scratches on the right side of the handguard, towards the front of the handguard. Otherwise, all other imperfections are merely superficial. Overall, the furniture rates in Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 5rd factory Ruger magazines, in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Black Anodized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore, but there is fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light wear, with light scratches and dings throughout the barrel, and muzzle brake. The action shows operational wear. Otherwise, the anodized finish is intact throughout. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good to Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the two magazines as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: The Ruger Precision Rifle in .338 Lapua Magnum represents Ruger’s entry into the extreme long-range precision market, combining a fully adjustable chassis system with a powerful magnum cartridge originally developed for military sniper applications in the 1980s. The .338 Lapua Magnum was engineered to bridge the gap between traditional long-range cartridges and heavier anti-materiel rounds, offering exceptional retained energy and ballistic performance at extended distances. Ruger’s Precision Rifle platform, with its modular design, folding adjustable stock, free-floating barrel, and robust receiver system, was purpose-built to harness cartridges of this class while maintaining shooter ergonomics and adaptability.
This 2020 example retains approximately 97 percent of its original anodized finish, showing light scratches and handling marks on the barrel and muzzle brake along with typical operational wear on the bolt. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and rates 9 out of 10, with fouling noted. The folding adjustable buttstock, M-LOK handguard, and included 5-round magazines remain in Excellent condition, with only minor superficial wear to the furniture. The action functions correctly and locks up as intended. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good to Fine condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! – J.D.