VOLQUARTSEN | RUGER 10/22 BARRELS
Bull-Barrel Accuracy at Half the Weight.
The Volquartsen Lightweight Carbon Fiber Barrel wraps a stainless steel barrel in a woven carbon fiber sleeve for bull-barrel match accuracy at about half the weight. The 16.75-inch barrel has a 1/2-28 thread machined directly into the barrel, a laser-hardened breech and black end caps. Made in USA for the Ruger 10/22.
A steel bull barrel is a proven way to tighten up a 10/22, but it turns a handy carbine into a heavy rifle. Volquartsen's Lightweight Carbon Fiber Barrel delivers the accuracy without the weight penalty. The rifle stays quick to the shoulder and easy to carry all day in the field, yet it shoots like a serious match rifle at the bench or on steel.
Stainless Core, Carbon Fiber Sleeve, Direct Threads.
The stainless steel barrel sits inside a woven carbon fiber tube, leaving an air space between barrel and sleeve that helps it cool during long strings. Volquartsen designs the sleeve to place the barrel in tension, reducing vibration for more consistent shot-to-shot accuracy. The 1/2-28 muzzle threads are machined directly into the barrel with no adapter, which helps minimize point-of-impact shift when you add or remove a suppressor. A laser-hardened breech adds durability, and the black end caps give the barrel a clean, low-profile look. Prefer a brighter accent? The Lightweight Carbon Fiber Barrel with stainless ends is the same design.
Build a Complete Volquartsen 10/22.
Put a match trigger behind a match barrel. The Volquartsen TG2000 Trigger Group delivers a crisp 2.25 lb pull with an automatic bolt release and extended magazine release, and the TG2000 with Rapid Release adds paddle-style magazine changes. The Volquartsen 10/22 Competition Bolt Assembly, also offered with a gold knob, completes the action.
Give it a stock that matches the build: the MDT Field Stock for 10/22 is light and practical, the MDT Oryx Sportsman Chassis for 10/22 adds an aluminum chassis with modern ergonomics, and the KRG Bravo 10/22 Chassis offers an adjustable precision setup. Lock the barrel in with our Pete's Pillars Stainless V-Block Screws and finish the action with the Pete's Pillars Bolt Buffer & Trigger Assembly Pin Kit. Ruger owners also look at names like KIDD, Tactical Solutions and Shaw; for a lightweight carbon barrel with direct-machined threads, Volquartsen remains a top choice. Browse everything in our Ruger 10/22 Parts & Upgrades Collection.
Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Volquartsen Firearms
Product: Lightweight Carbon Fiber Barrel, Threaded, Black Ends
MPN: VF10LCF-CT-BE
Compatible Rifles: Ruger 10/22
Caliber: .22 LR
Barrel Length: 16.75 Inches
Construction: Stainless Steel Barrel, Woven Carbon Fiber Sleeve
Muzzle: 1/2-28 Threads Machined Directly into Barrel
Breech: Laser Hardened
End Caps: Black
Manufactured: Made in USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Fitment, weight, threads and building out your Volquartsen 10/22.
Which rifles does it fit?
It is designed for the standard Ruger 10/22. 10/22 Takedown owners should choose Volquartsen's Takedown Lightweight Barrel, which includes a barrel-mounted rail.
How light is it compared to a bull barrel?
Volquartsen designs it to deliver bull-barrel match accuracy at about half the weight of a steel bull barrel, keeping the rifle easy to carry and quick to handle.
Why are the threads machined directly into the barrel?
Machining the 1/2-28 threads directly into the barrel, instead of using an adapter, helps minimize point-of-impact shift when you attach or remove a suppressor.
Will it fit my stock?
It uses a bull-barrel profile, so choose a stock or chassis with a bull-barrel channel. The MDT Field Stock, MDT Oryx and KRG Bravo are popular choices for this build.
Does the carbon fiber sleeve help with heat?
Yes. The sleeve leaves an air space around the stainless barrel that helps it cool during long strings of fire.
What's the difference between black ends and stainless ends?
Appearance only. Both barrels share the same construction, length and threads. Choose black for a low-profile look, or the stainless-end version for a brighter accent.
What should I pair with it?
Pete's Pillars is an authorized Volquartsen dealer. We carry genuine Volquartsen upgrades for shooters who want their rimfire to feel as good at the firing line as it looks on the bench.
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