Any Ruger Charger Mods you've tried?

[Colt556]

I might be getting a Ruger Charger soon and it looks like the potential for modifications is infinite. Have any of you had one or tried different mods on this gun? How does it work and did you like it? Thanks in advance.

 

[paperboy]

I had one and the only thing I did was install a bolt buffer (which I do on any 10/22 before I shoot it) and a 2-7x scope. I was able to hit a 5" steel plate at 150 yrds with it. Definitely a lot of fun to shoot. I may have to get another sometime.

 

[knot4reel]

I bought a new one three weeks ago. Sofar have added a 4x16 scope and a Trimag for holding three standard mags together. I don't know that I will do much more to it. This thing is a blast to plink with, and I might add that my 8yr. old grandson can shoot lights out at 50yds with this thing.

 

[Simon6101]

Stock mod

If you keep the factory stock, I always drill the bottom of the handgrip and install a sling swivel stud. I can rake it across the bench and when it needs replaced it might cost me .50. Replacing the stock is a lot more exspensive

 

[Hookeye]

I put a Clark trigger kit in mine, helped but not as much as hoped.

 

[snorko]

If you keep the factory stock, I always drill the bottom of the handgrip and install a sling swivel stud. I can rake it across the bench and when it needs replaced it might cost me .50. Replacing the stock is a lot more exspensive

Pure Genius

I no longer have mine, but had a Tactical Solutions threaded barrel for an outback II, super fun times.

 

[Simon6101]

Thanks Snorko

Pure Genius

I no longer have mine, but had a Tactical Solutions threaded barrel for an outback II, super fun times.

I have been called a lot of things but that was a first. Thank you, Sir

 

[Colt556]

Good ideas guys. I bought a Ruger BX 25 mag today at KS&E for 25 bucks. My Charger is coming with a bipod and cheap scope but I think I'll take the TC 2-7x scope off my Ruger MKII 10" and put it on the Charger. Should be able to hit the 100yd steel at MCF&G pretty easy, I hope.

 

[williamnewman1]

looked at getting a 5.5" fluted stainless barrel for mine, maybe the archangel stock for it too , i dunno , kinda like it stock

 

[curraheeguns]

Does this count? Believe it or not, it was in fact born at Ruger as a Charger...even still says so on the side. :-)

 

[curraheeguns]

In case anyone is curious, this is the protype Thompson Machine FKO-IS...serial number SSNFA-1

 

[tradertator]

If you keep the factory stock, I always drill the bottom of the handgrip and install a sling swivel stud. I can rake it across the bench and when it needs replaced it might cost me .50. Replacing the stock is a lot more exspensive

I did this on mine as well, with great results.

Does this count? Believe it or not, it was in fact born at Ruger as a Charger...even still says so on the side. :-)

You get all the cool toys
I had the barrel threaded on mine for my suppressor, added a bolt buffer, timney trigger, and Eotech. Surprisingly, it was a nail driver taking the short barrel into consideration.

 

[Colt556]

Does this count? Believe it or not, it was in fact born at Ruger as a Charger...even still says so on the side. :-)

Sooooo wouldn't this be a SBR? The rules are so ridiculous. For example you can have an AR pistol with no problem but to have an SBR AR you need to have a stamp. You can't put a short bbl on a rifle but you can have a pistol made with the same action. You can't put a stock on a pistol but can have a rifle just like it. Anyways it looks cool Cory! My Charger says 10/22 on the side, is that the way it's supposed to be?

 

[lucky4034]

^ I was curious about the same thing??

Looks awesome tho

 

[curraheeguns]

Yes, it was registered by TM as a SBR. The barrel on this gun is the Thompson Machine Operative-S which is a integrally suppressed .22LR drop in barrel made for both SBR's and Chargers. It is stupid quiet and comes apart for cleaning. It also is ported to keep bulk pack ammo subsonic.

 

[Colt556]

I bet that thing is fun to shoot!

 

[DRob]

Slightly modified

This one is converted to .17 HM2. 12" Shaw barrel. Burris 3-9 rifle scope. Normal trigger group mods. VQ hammer. Recoil buffer. Auto bolt release. Extended magazine release. Extra strength hammer and bolt springs. Heavy bolt handle. I was amazed how well it shot as a .22lr but I already had the barrel ordered so..................

 

[scottka]

Yes, it was registered by TM as a SBR. The barrel on this gun is the Thompson Machine Operative-S which is a integrally suppressed .22LR drop in barrel made for both SBR's and Chargers. It is stupid quiet and comes apart for cleaning. It also is ported to keep bulk pack ammo subsonic.

That is AWESOME! Very cool Charger. I bet it is fun to shoot.

 

[MickeyBlueEyes]

Stripped to the main weapon and lots of mags, my wife has hers on her field pack. It's nice for follow up shots and I made a leather scabbard for it.

 

[Colt556]

I noticed the the scope base must be a strange size. I've tried several sets of rings on it and most don't seem to tighten up very well. Out of 6 sets tried only 2 fit tightly. I'll post some pics up soon.