Unleash Precision: The Ruger Hawkeye Predator Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor

For serious hunters and precision shooters, the choice of a firearm is paramount. It's not just about hitting a target; it's about ethical hunting, consistent accuracy at extended ranges, and enduring reliability in challenging outdoor conditions. If you're searching for the ultimate tool to dominate the field, whether for varmint control, predator hunting, or simply honing your long-range shooting skills, the Ruger Hawkeye Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor, UPC 736676471393, stands as a premier choice. This full-size bolt-action rifle, available at DEGuns, is meticulously engineered to meet the demands of discerning marksmen who prioritize performance and durability.

Who is the Ruger Hawkeye Predator For?

This rifle is designed with a specific user in mind:

• Varmint and Predator Hunters: Those who require pinpoint accuracy for small, elusive targets at varying distances, often in unpredictable environments. The 6.5 Creedmoor caliber excels in this role, offering flat trajectories and minimal wind drift.
• Long-Range Enthusiasts: Shooters looking to push their limits and engage targets out to 1000 yards or more with confidence. The rifle's inherent accuracy and the 6.5 Creedmoor's ballistic superiority make it an ideal platform.
• Hunters Seeking Versatility: While optimized for predators, the 6.5 Creedmoor's capability also makes it a viable option for medium-sized game like deer, especially with appropriate ammunition.
• Individuals Prioritizing Durability and Low Maintenance: The matte stainless steel finish and robust construction mean this rifle is built to withstand harsh weather and rigorous field use.

Why Choose the 6.5 Creedmoor Caliber for Hunting and Precision Shooting?

The 6.5 Creedmoor has rapidly become one of the most popular and respected cartridges in modern shooting, and for good reason. Its design offers significant advantages that directly benefit predator hunters and long-range shooters:

• Exceptional Ballistics: The 6.5 Creedmoor is renowned for its high ballistic coefficient (BC) bullets, which cut through the air more efficiently than many other calibers. This results in flatter trajectories and less wind deflection, making long-range shots significantly easier to calculate and execute.
• Reduced Recoil: Compared to traditional long-range calibers, the 6.5 Creedmoor generates manageable recoil. This allows shooters to stay on target longer, observe impacts, and practice for extended periods without fatigue, leading to improved accuracy.
• Accuracy Potential: The cartridge's efficient design promotes inherent accuracy, making it easier for rifles chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor to deliver sub-MOA (Minute of Angle) performance.
• Versatility: While often lauded for long-range target shooting and predator control, the 6.5 Creedmoor is also highly effective for medium game hunting, offering sufficient energy transfer and ethical terminal performance when paired with appropriate hunting bullets.

Engineered for the Field: Key Features of the Hawkeye Predator

The Ruger Hawkeye Predator (Model 47139) is a testament to Ruger's commitment to quality and performance, boasting a suite of features that enhance its capabilities in the field:

1. Unyielding Action and Receiver

• Heat-Treated Alloy Receiver: The heart of the rifle, the receiver, is crafted from heat-treated alloy, providing exceptional strength and rigidity. This robust foundation is crucial for maintaining accuracy shot after shot.
• Integral Scope Mounts: A signature feature of Ruger Hawkeye rifles, the scope mounts are machined directly into the solid-steel receiver. This eliminates the potential for a loose base, ensuring a rock-solid platform for your optics. It provides superior stability and repeatability, which is critical for maintaining zero, especially under challenging field conditions. The rifle includes Ruger-specific scope rings, adding immediate value and convenience.
• Controlled Round Feed: The Hawkeye action incorporates a reliable controlled round feed mechanism, ensuring positive feeding and extraction of cartridges. This design feature provides absolute reliability, a critical factor when a follow-up shot might be necessary or when operating in adverse environments.

2. Precision Barrel for Optimal Performance

• Cold Hammer-Forged Steel Barrel: The 24-inch barrel is cold hammer-forged, a manufacturing process that creates incredibly precise rifling and enhances barrel longevity. This method results in superior concentricity and a smooth, consistent bore, which directly translates to exceptional accuracy.
• Matte Stainless Steel Finish: The barrel features a durable matte stainless steel finish. This not only provides an attractive, non-reflective appearance ideal for hunting but also offers superior corrosion resistance against moisture, sweat, and harsh weather elements. It's a low-maintenance finish that ensures the rifle remains in top condition for years.
• Optimal Twist Rate: With a 1:8" right-hand twist rate, the barrel is perfectly optimized to stabilize the wide range of bullet weights typically used in 6.5 Creedmoor, from lighter varmint rounds to heavier long-range projectiles. This ensures maximum accuracy regardless of ammunition choice.

3. The Distinctive and Functional Laminate Stock

• Green Mountain Laminate Stock: The rifle is immediately recognizable by its distinctive green and brown laminate stock. This material is known for its exceptional stability and resistance to warping, which is a common issue with traditional wood stocks exposed to changing humidity and temperatures. The laminate construction provides a rigid platform that contributes to the rifle's overall accuracy.
• Adjustable Length of Pull (LOP): A critical ergonomic feature, the stock allows for an adjustable length of pull, ranging from 12.75" to 14.25". This adjustability ensures a custom fit for nearly any shooter, regardless of body size or clothing layers. Proper LOP significantly improves shooting comfort, consistency, and the ability to manage recoil effectively, which is vital for precise shot placement.
• Effective Recoil Pad: An integrated recoil pad efficiently absorbs felt recoil, making the rifle more comfortable to shoot, especially during extended range sessions or when firing heavier loads. This comfort directly translates to improved shooter performance and reduced flinching.

4. The Two-Stage Adjustable Trigger

• Enhanced Trigger Control: The Ruger Hawkeye Predator features a two-stage adjustable trigger. This design provides a clear initial take-up before engaging the main sear, allowing for a crisp, predictable break. A high-quality trigger is one of the most critical components for achieving precision, as it minimizes shooter-induced movement at the moment of firing. The adjustability allows shooters to fine-tune the pull to their personal preference, further enhancing accuracy potential.

5. Safety and Convenience Features

• 3-Position Safety: The rifle incorporates a reliable three-position safety, providing positive engagement and peace of mind. This safety allows for the bolt to be locked, preventing accidental discharge, or to be operated for safe loading and unloading with the safety engaged.
• Hinged, Solid-Steel Floorplate: The hinged floorplate magazine provides easy and secure loading and unloading of ammunition. This traditional design is robust and reliable, ensuring cartridges are held securely and fed smoothly.
• Included Swivel Sling Studs: For immediate field readiness, the rifle comes equipped with swivel sling studs, allowing for easy attachment of a rifle sling. This enhances portability and stability when navigating challenging terrain.

The Rugged Reliability of Stainless Steel

Both the barrel and receiver of the Ruger Hawkeye Predator feature a matte stainless steel finish. This choice of material and finish offers several significant benefits for a rifle designed for the outdoors:

• Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel inherently resists rust and corrosion, making it ideal for use in wet, humid, or otherwise challenging weather conditions. This means less worry about maintaining the rifle's exterior when exposed to the elements.
• Durability: Stainless steel is a robust material that stands up well to scratches, dings, and the general wear and tear of field use, helping to preserve the rifle's appearance and function over time.
• Reduced Glare: The matte finish reduces glare and reflections, a crucial advantage for hunters who need to remain inconspicuous in the field.

Optimal Performance for Diverse Scenarios

Whether you're calling coyotes in the early morning fog, picking off prairie dogs at extended distances on a sunny afternoon, or preparing for precision target competitions, the Ruger Hawkeye Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor is built to deliver. Its combination of a precise hammer-forged barrel, a stable laminate stock with adjustable LOP, a crisp two-stage trigger, and the inherently accurate 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge provides a platform capable of outstanding results. The robust stainless steel construction ensures it will perform reliably in any environment.

Investing in a rifle like the Ruger Hawkeye Predator, available at DEGuns, means acquiring a firearm that offers not just a feature set, but a promise of performance, durability, and a truly optimized shooting experience for the demanding long-range hunter or precision shooter.

Product Specifications Overview

Feature	Detail
Brand	Ruger
Model	Hawkeye Predator
Caliber	6.5 Creedmoor
Capacity	4+1 (4 Rounds Maximum)
Barrel Length	24 Inches
Barrel Material	Cold Hammer Forged Steel
Barrel Finish	Matte Stainless
Twist Rate	1:8" Right Hand
Grooves	6
Stock Material	Laminate
Stock Finish	Green Mountain
Stock Description	Adjustable Length of Pull (LOP)
Length of Pull	12.75" - 14.25"
Receiver Material	Stainless Steel
Receiver Finish	Matte Stainless
Receiver Detail	Integral Scope Mount
Action	Bolt-Action
Hand	Right Hand
Overall Length	43.25" - 44.75"
Weight	8.10 lbs
Sights	None (Optics Ready)
Trigger	Two-Stage
Safety	3-Position
Application	Field (Varmint, Predator, Hunting)
Includes	Scope Rings, Swivel Sling Studs
UPC	736676471393
MPN	47139
SKU	97842