Check out the Ruger LC Carbine. Though a relative latecomer to the lineup of 2022’s new guns, the weapon has generated quite a response from fans of both Sturm Ruger and the 5.7 cartridge. It is chambered in 5.7x28mm and utilizes Ruger-57 pistol magazines, and it uses the same fire control unit as Ruger’s 5-7 handgun. This sort of cross-platform compatibility is becoming increasingly common among new firearm designs and will doubtless make both the carbine and its pistol predecessor more appealing. At least to those who might have been on the fence about the handgun anyway.
If you’re wondering about the magazine well, it doesn’t have one. The Ruger LC carbine uses bolt-over-barrel design with the magazine inserted via the pistol grip. It also features a folding (adjustable) stock and collapsible sights (q.v.).
Learn more about the Ruger LC Carbine.
Specs, Features, and Background
Ruger tells us in their release,
“The compact nature of this carbine owes to its bolt-over-barrel design and feeding through the grip. The Ruger LC Carbine has a full 16.25” barrel, features a reversible side-folding stock adjustable for length of pull, and is compatible with Picatinny rail-mounted accessory stocks. The stock and Rapid Deploy adjustable sights can be folded for storage.”
Ruger also avers that the LC’s felt recoil is comparable to 22lr, even when using 40gr 5.7mm cartridges.
They go on to say,
“Like the Ruger-5.7 pistol, the LC Carbine utilizes Ruger’s safe, reliable and proven Secure Action fire-control mechanism that combines a protected internal hammer with a bladed-safety trigger that has a short, smooth pull, clean break and positive reset. The fluted, nitride-coated alloy steel barrel is durable and lightweight and allows for the attachment of standard muzzle accessories.”
Ruger LC Carbine Standard Model Specs
• This standard model features a threaded barrel, reversible, side-folding, adjustable stock and 20-round magazine.
• Weighing under 6 lbs., the lightweight and compact Ruger® LC Carbine™ utilizes the same steel magazines and familiar ergonomic controls as the Ruger-5.7™ pistol.
• Unique bolt-over-barrel design with the magazine in the grip allows for excellent balance and pointability.
• Folding stock and collapsible sights are ideal for compact storage.
• The reversible folding stock, with adjustable length of pull, is compatible with both AR-pattern and Picatinny rail-mounted aftermarket accessory stocks.
• Features a 16.25″ fluted, nitride-treated steel barrel for strength, accuracy, and longevity.
• 1/2″-28 TPI threaded barrel with thread protector allows for the attachment of popular muzzle accessories including muzzle brakes, flash hiders and caliber-appropriate suppressors.
• Impressive ergonomics with ambidextrous manual safety, reversible charging handle, ergonomic bolt release and extended magazine release latch.
• Utilizes Ruger’s safe, reliable and proven Secure Action™ fire-control system that combines a protected internal hammer with a bladed-safety trigger. The trigger has a short, smooth pull, clean break and positive reset.
• CNC-milled handguard that is Type III hard-coat anodized aluminum for maximum durability, with M-LOK® accessory attachment slots. Multiple QD sling sockets allow for maximum versatility.
• Ruger Rapid Deploy folding sights are adjustable for windage and elevation and the full length Picatinny rail allows for optic mounting.
• Safety features include: 1911-style ambidextrous manual safety; an integrated trigger safety; lightweight firing pin; neutrally balanced sear with significant engagement and strong spring tension; and hammer catch to help prevent the hammer from contacting the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled.
• Also includes: one Ruger-5.7™ steel pistol magazine, ambidextrous magazine button, M-LOK® QD sling socket and hex wrenches for disassembly.
Ruger LC Carbine Reviews
SilencerShop
American Handgunner Magazine
Gun Talk Media
22 Plinkster
Visit the LC’s dedicated page on Ruger’s website. There are a number of instructional videos at the bottom, including a features overview, disassembly instructions, a cleaning guide, etc. The video lineup is a nice touch.
