Ruger 05816 Mini-14 Ranch 5.56 18.5” Mini M1A Style Semi-Auto Rifle 2022
SOLD FOR: $1,257.11
LSB#: LSB250121MZ008
Make: Sturm Ruger
Model: Mini-14 Ranch
Serial Number: 584-86818
Year of Manufacture: 2022
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Action Type: Semi-Automatic rifle, with adjustable gas system, fed by rock and lock detachable magazines.
Markings: Left side of the receiver is marked “584-86818” and the rear left side of the receiver is marked “RUGER / NEWPORT, NH – USA / READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL / BEFORE USING FIREARM“. The top of the receiver rear is marked “MINI-14 5.56 NATO”.
Barrel Length: 18.5”, 22” with the M14 style flash hider.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade with protective wings and the rear sight is an adjustable aperture sight. The top of the receiver is milled for Ruger Scope RIngs.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set on this rifle includes a smooth wood upper handguard and a smooth wood stock with a semi-pistol grip, curved comb and rubber buttpad. The length of pull is 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The buttpad is soft. The wood handguard shows virtually no wear or marks. The stock has some minor surface level lines with two notable marrs on the pistol grip and on additional marr near the rear sling stud. This furniture set includes a forward and rear sling stud. There are no visible chips or cracks. Overall this furniture set is in Very Good + to Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: None
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. If this rifle was fired outside of factory testing it was very little. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains 99% of its metal finish. This rifle has had an adjustable gas system added and mocked up to look like a full size M1A. The rifle shows only minor handling wear outside of the noted marks on the stock. There is some barely visible wear on the friction surfaces of the action. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This 2022 Ruger Mini-14 Ranch in 5.56 that has been modified with an adjustable gas system, M1A-style flash hider, and wood furniture is a modernized take on a classic rifle, blending the reliability of the Mini-14 with the aesthetics of the full-size M1A. The Mini-14 Ranch is well-known for its Garand-style action, making it a natural platform for these modifications. The adjustable gas system is a significant upgrade, helping to fine-tune cycling and reduce felt recoil, particularly when using different ammunition types or suppressors. By adding the M1A-style flash hider, this Mini-14 not only gains a period-correct look but also benefits from reduced muzzle flash and improved stability during rapid fire.
The addition of wood furniture further enhances the rifle’s resemblance to the M1A, giving it a classic military appearance reminiscent of the M14 service rifle used by the U.S. military. This transformation makes the Mini-14 more than just a practical ranch rifle, it becomes a tribute to the battle rifle lineage, combining the light weight and maneuverability of the Mini-14 with the iconic styling of the M1A. Whether used for target shooting, varmint control, or simply as a collector’s piece, this modified Mini-14 Ranch offers both aesthetic appeal and functional improvements, making it a unique and desirable rifle for enthusiasts who appreciate both form and function. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
