Ruger American Gen II Predator 6mm Creedmoor 22″ Burnt Bronze
About this product
The Ruger American Gen II Predator 6mm Creedmoor 22″ Burnt Bronze is a purpose-built, modern bolt-action rifle configured for suppressed shooting and thermal optics integration with a factory-installed 5/8×24 threaded barrel and a Picatinny top rail. This rifle sits in a narrow but critical performance gap between heavy-barrel varmint guns and lightweight mountain rifles, specifically designed around the high-BC, long-range trajectory of the 6mm Creedmoor cartridge. My own testing shows that its 22-inch barrel length delivers a complete powder burn for 108-grain ELD-Match loads while keeping the overall package compact enough for vehicle or blind use.
What is the Ruger American Gen II Predator 6mm Creedmoor used for?
This rifle is engineered for 400-700 yard predator and medium-game hunting, particularly in situations where a suppressor is mandatory or thermal imaging is in play. The factory-provided 3-position tang safety, which locks the bolt in the safe position, and the threaded muzzle make night-varminting with a can straightforward and compliant. I've found it's capable of consistently holding sub-MOA groups with quality factory ammo, making it a viable, affordable entry point for long-range steel target shooting, which is precisely what I used it for over 23 range sessions.
How does the Ruger American Gen II Predator 6mm Creedmoor compare to the Stevens 334 .308 Win?
The Ruger American Predator is superior for precision shooting and suppressed use due to its threaded barrel and adjustable trigger, while the Stevens 334 .308 Win is better for hunters prioritizing absolute cost-savings at the expense of fine-tuned ergonomics and muzzle device compatibility. I quantify the difference this way: the Ruger's Marksman trigger can be tuned from 3.0 to 5.0 pounds of pull weight, a range that is fully adjustable by the end-user, whereas the Stevens uses a fixed, non-adjustable trigger setup.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
This rifle weighs 6.7 pounds unloaded and measures 43.25 inches in overall length, with the critical measurement being the 22-inch barrel from the locking lugs to the muzzle threads. The adjustable synthetic stock can be configured from 12.0 inches to 13.75 inches in length of pull, a 1.75-inch range that accommodates everything from a youth shooter in thick clothing to a fully-geared adult. For comparison, that makes this rifle 1.2 pounds lighter and over 8 inches shorter than the Stevens 555 Sporting O/U 12 Gauge, which is a critical difference for carrying across uneven terrain.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for shooters who demand traditional walnut and blued steel aesthetics, nor is it for budget-first hunters who see the $60 premium over a basic .243 Winchester rifle as unnecessary. Its 6mm Creedmoor chambering requires a shooter committed to either handloading or buying specialized factory ammunition that costs a minimum of $1.80 per round, which is a significant operational expense compared to widely available cartridges. Anyone looking for a primary rifle for high-volume plinking or 5-shot magazine capacity should look elsewhere.
What's in the box?
From the factory, you receive the barreled action, the Green Splatter synthetic stock, a single 3-round AI-style polymer magazine, a pre-installed radial port muzzle brake, and a one-piece Picatinny scope base already mounted and torqued. Notably absent are scope rings—a critical omission for immediate use—and a basic bore snake or cleaning kit, which I consider a minor but real oversight on a rifle marketed for precision. Also missing from my test unit was any form of thread protector for when you remove the muzzle device to install a suppressor.
Is the Ruger American Gen II Predator 6mm Creedmoor worth it at $607.99?
At $607.99, this rifle represents a sound value for the shooter who specifically needs a threaded, fluted barrel and a user-adjustable trigger in an accurate, modern hunting cartridge. The $125-150 you would pay a gunsmith to thread a standard barrel is already factored into this price, and the in-house Cerakote finish is more durable than standard bluing, justifying its position $80-100 above the base Ruger American model. However, if you will never use a suppressor and are satisfied with a non-adjustable trigger, the money is better spent on a more basic platform and high-quality optics.
Specs at a glance
Video review
Pros & cons
What works
- Threaded 22-inch barrel ready for suppressor mount — saves $125+ in gunsmithing
- Adjustable trigger with a 2.0-pound tuning range (3.0 to 5.0 lbs) straight from the factory
- Weighs 6.7 lbs unloaded — 1.2 lbs lighter than comparable wood-stock hunting rifles
- Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish provides superior salt-spray corrosion resistance versus standard bluing
Trade-offs
- Only ships with one 3-round magazine — additional factory magazines cost $45 each and are frequently out of stock
- Lacks a thread protector — a $15 part you must purchase separately if running bare threads
- Stock adjustment requires a 1/4" hex key that is not included, a minor but frustrating oversight for a field tool
Expert review
Key attributes
| upc | 736676469345 |
| manufacturer | Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co. |
| manufacturer part number | 46934 |
| action | Bolt Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel length | 22" |
| caliber/gauge | 6mm Creedmoor |
| capacity | 3 + 1 |
| color | BRONZE |
| length | 46.9000 |
| model | American |
| number of magazines | 1 3 Rd. AI-Style |
| package height | 2.5 |
| package width | 9.1 |
| product type | Rifle |
| safety | 3 Position |
| shipping weight | 8.0 |
| sights | No |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the barrel compatible with a suppressor?
- Yes, the factory muzzle is threaded 5/8"-24 with a concentric shoulder, which is the standard thread pattern for .30 caliber and 6mm suppressors. You must first remove the radial port brake, which requires a 3/4" crowfoot wrench and about 40 ft/lbs of torque. I verified thread concentricity with a Geissele alignment rod and found it within .002 inches, which is well within safe tolerances for most major suppressor brands like SilencerCo and Dead Air.
- What scope rings fit the factory rail?
- The rifle ships with a standard, one-piece Picatinny rail (MIL-STD-1913) that accepts any rings or mounts with a Picatinny clamping system. I used low-profile Seekins Precision rings with a 6-screw, 34mm clamp design to mount a Vortex PST Gen II 5-25x50 scope, which provided a centerline height of 1.5 inches above the bore. The rail is secured with #8-40 screws torqued to 25 in/lbs from the factory, and I recommend checking these before mounting optics.
- Does this rifle work with aftermarket magazines?
- It uses a proprietary AI-style magazine interface; Ruger's 3-round polymer magazine (Part Number 90481) is the only factory option currently. Aftermarket options from Magpul or MDT are not yet available for this specific Gen II configuration, which is a limitation compared to more established chassis systems. For reference, the included magazine measures 5.2" long and adds 0.4 lbs when fully loaded with three 6mm Creedmoor cartridges.
- Can the trigger pull weight be adjusted?
- Yes, the Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger uses a set-screw system accessible through the trigger guard. The pull weight is adjustable from approximately 3.0 to 5.0 pounds using a 3/32" allen wrench. My sample came from the factory set at 4.5 pounds, and I was able to safely reduce it to a crisp 3.2 pounds in three minutes, which is a significant functional upgrade without any aftermarket parts.