The Ruger American Ranch in 6.5 Grendel combines the Ranch's AR-15 magazine compatibility with the 6.5 Grendel's superior long-range ballistics versus 5.56mm. The Grendel's 123-grain 6.5mm projectiles retain energy significantly better than 5.56mm past 400 yards, making the Ranch 6.5 Grendel viable for deer-sized game where 5.56mm is marginal. Shares magazines with Grendel-chambered AR-15s for a unified ammunition and magazine logistics chain. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 6.5 Grendel Capacity: 10 Year introduced: 2018, USA Weight: 37.6 oz Overall length: 35.5" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting, Varmint