Long or short refers to the length of the cartridge the action will handle. .308 (parent case of the .243) is a short action.
Ruger American Rifle short action calibers (.243 Win, .308 Win, 7mm .08 Rem, 22-250)
Long action.
The Ruger M77 chambered in .22-250 is considered a short action rifle. This is due to the cartridge's overall length, which is shorter than that of long action cartridges, allowing for a more compact and lighter rifle design. Short action rifles typically provide faster cycling and are often preferred for varmint and predator hunting.
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Short
Yes, the Ruger M77 chambered in .220 Swift is considered a long-action rifle. The .220 Swift cartridge is longer than standard short-action cartridges, which is why it requires a long-action platform for proper feeding and function. Ruger M77 rifles are designed to accommodate various long-action cartridges, making them versatile for different shooting applications.
Short
Yes, the Ruger M77 chambered in .270 Winchester is considered a long-action rifle. The .270 Winchester cartridge has a case length of 2.540 inches, which requires a longer action to accommodate the cartridge's dimensions compared to short-action calibers. The long action allows for proper feeding and ejection of the longer cartridges.
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Short action.