Ruger Rifles
Ruger Mini-14
Specs, variants & prices
Ruger currently makes 16 versions of the Mini-14 rifle, chambered in 5.56 NATO and 300 BLK. Barrels run from 16.12" to 18.5". Ruger's suggested retail prices run from $1,299 to $1,909, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.
What versions of the Ruger Mini-14 are there?
16 current versions. Specs and measurements are Ruger's own.
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5801
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,299
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5802
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,389
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5805
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 37.50"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,389
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5817
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 37.50"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,489
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5855
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 37.50"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,299
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
TALO Distributor Exclusive
- Model / part #
- 5886
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- —
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
TALO Distributor Exclusive
- Model / part #
- 5887
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- —
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
Davidson's Distributor Exclusive
- Model / part #
- 5890
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 5
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- —
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Ranch
- Model / part #
- 5816
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 38"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,379
- Status
- Currently Unavailable
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 15800
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 39.25"
- Weight
- 7.5 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,909
- Status
- Available
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 5895
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 18.50"
- Overall length
- 39.25"
- Weight
- 7.5 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,909
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Tactical
Davidson's Distributor Exclusive
- Model / part #
- 5896
- Caliber
- 300 BLK
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 16.12"
- Overall length
- 36.85"
- Weight
- 7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- —
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 5819
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 16.12"
- Overall length
- 36.75"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- MSRP
- $1,529
- Status
- Available
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 5847
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 16.12"
- Overall length
- 36.75"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,419
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 5864
- Caliber
- 300 BLK
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 16.12"
- Overall length
- 36.25"
- Weight
- 6.7 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,419
- Status
- Limited Availability
Mini-14 Tactical
- Model / part #
- 5888
- Caliber
- 5.56 NATO
- Capacity
- 20
- Barrel
- 16.12"
- Overall length
- 34.50"
- Weight
- 7.5 lb.
- Finish
- Blued
- MSRP
- $1,419
- Status
- Limited Availability
What calibers does the Mini-14 come in?
It's chambered in 5.56 NATO and 300 BLK, depending on the version.
How much does a Ruger Mini-14 cost?
Ruger's suggested retail prices run from $1,299 to $1,909, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.
Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?
California and Massachusetts both limit which models dealers can sell, and the rules differ by type of gun. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.
What's the latest on the Mini-14?
Nothing new on the Mini-14 lately.
Specs from Ruger, checked October 17, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. Ruger is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with Ruger.