Magnum · Rifle
Magnum Research MLR
Blowback (semi-automatic) · .22 Long Rifle · introduced 2002
Also known as Magnum Lite, MagnumLite, MLR22AT
About the Magnum Research MLR
The Magnum Research MLR (Magnum Lite Rifle) is a lightweight semi-automatic rimfire rifle distinguished by its proprietary carbon-fiber (graphite) barrel wrapped around a match-grade steel liner. Chambered primarily in .22 Long Rifle - with variants offered in .22 WMR and .17 HMR - the MLR uses a blowback action and is engineered for compatibility with the ubiquitous Ruger 10/22 platform, accepting its rotary magazines and many aftermarket parts. The carbon-fiber barrel sheds significant weight while resisting the heat-induced point-of-impact shift that can plague thin steel barrels, helping the rifle stay accurate over strings of fire. Fitted with ambidextrous thumbhole stocks (or optional tactical and laminate furniture), the Magnum Lite line targets shooters who want a featherweight, accurate plinking and small-game rifle. The MLR has been produced in numerous configurations, including the tensioned-barrel Ultra and Tactical models.
The Magnum Lite's signature carbon-fiber barrel made it one of the lightest accurate semi-auto rimfires on the market, and its 10/22-compatible design let owners tap into one of the largest aftermarket ecosystems in the rimfire world.
Magnum Research MLR specifications
General
- Type
- Rifle
- Action
- Blowback (semi-automatic)
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer-fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Calibres
- .22 Long Rifle, .17 Hornady Magnum Rimfire, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire
- Magazine capacity
- 10 rounds
- Magazine
- Rotary magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 432 mm (17.0 in)
- Overall length
- 902 mm (35.5 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 1.93 kg (4.25 lb)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:16 in (406 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
Materials
- Barrel
- Carbon fiber
- Receiver / frame
- Aluminum
- Stock
- Synthetic
- Finish
- anodized
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 335 m/s (1099 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 159 J (117 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 100 m
History
- Introduced
- 2002
- Production status
- In production
- Country of origin
- US
Available calibres
Features
- Carbon fiber barrel
- Thumbhole stock
- Ruger 1022 compatible
- Graphite barrel
- Lightweight
- Match grade steel liner
Safety
- Cross bolt safety
Carbon-fiber/graphite barrel over a match-grade steel liner. .22 LR primary; also offered in .22 WMR and .17 HMR. Uses Ruger 10/22-pattern rotary magazines. Many configurations: standard thumbhole (~17 in barrel, ~3.8-4.25 lb), Ultra tensioned barrel (18 in, ~4.5 lb), Tactical, and laminate/walnut stocks. Specs vary by configuration; values reflect a representative .22 LR thumbhole model.
