The Short Rifle variant of the 1866 Yellowboy with a 20-inch barrel — more compact than the 24-inch sporting rifle but longer than the carbine. Brass receiver, walnut, side loading gate. The Short Rifle length has become the most popular competition configuration. Type: Rifle Action: Lever-Action Caliber: .45 Colt Capacity: 12 Year introduced: 2000, Italy Weight: 8 oz Overall length: 39" Status: Active Intended use: cowboy_action, collector, competition