Ruger XGI

The Ruger XGI was a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .308 Winchester or .243 Winchester. The XGI's function and aesthetics were influenced by the Ruger Mini-14, only sized up to the larger, more powerful.308 and.243 calibers. The rifle was advertised in the 1980s but never entered production.

History

Although the XGI was advertised in 1984–1986, it never entered production due to unresolved mechanical and production issues.

Development

As with the Mini-14, the action was based on the M1 Garand service rifle. The rifle featured a one-piece hardwood stock, a metal-lined fiber glass handguard, and a rubber buttplate.