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Ruger Precision Rifle Setup: Reassembly, Specs, and Accessories

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The Ruger Precision Rifle (RPR) is a bolt-action rifle designed for long-range precision shooting. It is available in several calibers, including .223 Remington, 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and .338 Lapua Magnum.

Whether you've just purchased your RPR or you're just looking to improve your technical familiarity, the experts at Catalyst Arms have you covered.

Throughout this instructional video, we'll cover several critical components of the RPR for you to examine before sending rounds downrange. Following these tips and tricks will help you achieve peak performance and accuracy from your long-range rifle platform.

Obligatory Safety Briefing

Always follow these basic steps before performing any maintenance to your firearm:

(1) Point the muzzle in a safe direction, and make sure the rifle is unloaded.
(2) Ensure the chamber is empty and there's no magazine inserted.
(3) Ensure the bolt is out and the rifle is on safe.

Get the most accuracy and consistency from your Ruger Precision Rifle with our How-To Set up video

*Shown throughout this video is a short-action, .308 Ruger Precision Rifle

Key Topics Covered:

  • Factory rail prep and torque specs: 0:50

  • Handguard torque specs: 2:30

  • Lower receiver/chassis torque specs: 3:40

  • Adding a Magazine Release Extension: 4:55

  • Stock castle nut torque specs: 6:05

  • Adding a Hammerhead bolt knob: 6:30

Matt Foster