Ruger American Gen II Scout

About the Ruger American Gen II Scout

The Ruger American Gen II Scout is the scout-rifle configuration of Ruger's redesigned Generation II bolt-action platform, replacing the earlier Ruger Gunsite Scout. Chambered in .308 Winchester with a compact 16.1-inch cold hammer-forged threaded barrel and factory flash suppressor, it carries a forward-mounted Scout-length scope rail for intermediate-eye-relief optics alongside AR-style iron sights. It features the Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger, Power Bedding integral bedding block, an adjustable length-of-pull stock, and a five-round AI-style detachable magazine.

The scout-rifle concept, popularized by Col. Jeff Cooper, calls for a light, handy bolt-action with a forward-mounted low-power optic; Ruger folded that philosophy into its Gen II American platform to retire the older Gunsite Scout.

Ruger American Gen II Scout specifications

Introduced at SHOT Show 2026. MSRP $929. 16.1" barrel threaded 5/8"-24, 1:10" twist, Cobalt Cerakote finish, Leaf Green Gen II stock with adjustable 12"-13.75" length of pull. Replaces the Ruger Gunsite Scout in the lineup.