Description

The Ruger American Predator Gen II in 6.5 Grendel is a precision‑oriented bolt‑action rifle built for predator/varmint hunting and long‑range performance. Based on Ruger’s enhanced American Rifle Generation IIplatform, it features a cold hammer‑forged, fluted 22″ barrel, adjustable ergonomics, a radial port muzzle brake, and a user‑adjustable Marksman trigger. Chambered in the efficient 6.5 Grendel cartridge, it balances controllable recoil with flat trajectories for effective shooting out past typical hunting distances.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
• Model: American Predator Gen II – 6.5 Grendel (Model 46942)
• Type: Bolt‑action rifle
• Caliber: 6.5 Grendel – a medium‑range precision cartridge with good ballistic coefficients and efficiency.
• Barrel Length: ~22 inches, fluted and threaded (5/8″‑24) with radial port muzzle brake
• Barrel Material/Finish: Cold hammer‑forged steel with Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish on barrel, receiver, and bolt handle
• Rifling/Twist: 1:8″ RH (stabilizes a wide range of 6.5 mm bullets)
• Overall Length: Approximately 43.25 inches 
• Weight: ~6.7 lb unloaded 
• Magazine Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds (AR‑style detachable magazine)
• Stock: Textured Green Splatter Gen II synthetic stock with adjustable length of pull (installed spacer can be removed) (
• Trigger: Ruger Marksman Adjustable™ (adjustable pull weight ~3–5 lb)
• Safety: 3‑position tang safety (locks bolt & trigger independently)
• Action: One‑piece CNC‑machined bolt with 3 locking lugs and ~70° throw
• Accessory Rails: One‑piece Picatinny scope base (optic‑ready)
• Muzzle: Radial port muzzle brake (factory‑installed)
• Recoil Pad: Soft rubber, large radius heel pad for comfort
• Intended Use: Predator/varmint hunting, precision shooting, medium‑range field work.

Performance

• The 6.5 Grendel cartridge provides flat‑shooting performance with good downrange energy while keeping recoil manageable — an advantage for extended sessions in the field.
• Spiral fluting and barrel contour balance weight savings with stiffness for stability and accuracy.
• Threaded barrel allows easy installation of muzzle devices or suppressors.