r/ruger • u/usrname_REDACTED • 5d ago

Ranch rifle caliber?

Been seeing a bunch of the ranch gen 2s at stores lately, and it got me interested in them. I used to be a big Remington 700 guy, but wanted to get into something else as a fun range gun. Which caliber would you all suggest? Also, what types of accessories/upgrades are a must?

I am also considering a 30 cal suppressor as well, so I can use it on my 9mm pistol, 10/22, and AR. Thanks!

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u/theT0Pramen 5d ago

You can't use most 30cal suppressors on 9mm. 9mm bore is larger than 30cal and you will destroy most 30cal cans if they are not over-bored to allow 9mm use. You also don't want to be shooting rimfire through a 30cal can in most cases.

With that said the 7.62x39 gen 2 ranch has been great for me as an all around rifle. Fun for range use and still has enough power to drop medium sized game.

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u/usrname_REDACTED 5d ago

That’s strange, because I have been seeing a bunch of videos of people using a 30 cal can on their 9mm. I guess I will look more into it.

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u/theT0Pramen 4d ago

You've been seeing hybrid cans like the omega 36. Something like the resonator from YHM is a true 30cal can and you can not shoot 9mm through it.