Before the popularization of M4-type carbines, Ruger's Mini-14 was one of the most popular choices in law enforcement for a patrol rifle. The company now produces several more-customized versions of the carbine, including the Mini-14 Tactical , which POLICE Magazine reviews in its June 2012 "Arsenal" feature. View detailed images of the gun and then read our review here .
Ruger's Mini-14 Tactical Carbine
The Mini-14 Tactical arrives with an adjustable ATI stock and pistol grip. Photo courtesy of Nick Jacobellis.
The carbine uses an M-1 Garand-style action. Photo courtesy of Ruger.
Ruger has updated its Mini-14 and now produced a Tactical version with an ATI adjustable stock and accessory rail. Photo courtesy of Ruger.
The Mini-14's hammer-forged barrel is 16.12 inches. Photo courtesy of Nick Jacobellis.
Integral scope mounts allow the mounting of an optic. Photo courtesy of Ruger.
Using the iron sights can be difficult because the accessory rail partially blocks the view. Photo courtesy of Nick Jacobellis.
The Ruger Mini-14 uses stainless-steel front and rear sights. Photo courtesy of Ruger.
A right-facing view of the Mini-14 Tactical. Photo courtesy of Ruger.
The rifle is compatible with a wide range of optics, including the Aimpoint Comp M4 shown here. Photo courtesy of Nick Jacobellis.