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Sorry it is not on the list. https://www.budsgunshop.com/feeds/state_reg/massachusetts_restrictions.pdf

Yes, the Ruger Precision Rimfire 18" 17 HMR bolt action rifle is legal in Massachusetts. Here's why: Bolt Action: Bolt action rifles are not subject to the same restrictions as semi-automatic rifles under Massachusetts law. 18" Barrel: The 18" barrel is longer than the 16" minimum length required for rifles to avoid additional federal tax requirements as short-barreled rifles, according to a blog post on Cape Gun Works. Not an Assault Weapon: The Ruger Precision Rimfire does not appear on the list of prohibited assault weapons in Massachusetts, according to Mass.gov. Rimfire: The rifle uses rimfire ammunition, which is not subject to any specific restrictions beyond general firearm regulations in Massachusetts, according to a post on Cape Gun Works. Magazine Capacity: Massachusetts has a 10-round magazine capacity restriction for rifles, but this typically applies to semi-automatic rifles and doesn't affect the Ruger Precision Rimfire which is a bolt action.

You can meet all requirements but it still must be on the list. The following are the bolt action rim fire rifles permitted via the list: Ruger 77/22 Rimfire Bolt-Action Rifle Ruger K77/22 Varmint Rifle

Hi Michael and welcome. Yes, this model is 100% MA legal as configured. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

Hi Michael and welcome. Yes, this bolt action model is 100% MA legal as configured. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

Yes, good for the list Ric F. But, with the amount of Errors in listings here at Buds, I wouldn't put it past any errors in what they say is Restricted.
Any rifle or shotgun that is manually operated (pump action, lever action, bolt action, or breech loaded) is not subject to further MA restriction. Any rifle or shotgun with a fixed magazine (from the manufacturer) is not considered an assault weapon in Massachusetts.

Hi Michael, yes sir, this is MA legal without the 15rd magazine. Bud's will ship with no magazines, you would need to obtain your own compliant magazines. The 9rd model is out of stock https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/109420/ruger+precision+rimfire+17+hmr+bolt+action+rifle , . 9rd magazine here https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/70370/ruger+american+rimfire+77+22+%26+77+17+.22+wmr+.17+hmr+9+round+magazin , . The following are permitted as long as the magazines do not exceed ten (10) rounds: ✔ Bolt action rifles Rifles that are not "assault-style firearms" are permitted (10-round maximum) and include: ✔ Any .17 or .22 caliber rimfire rifle. It does not need to be on the list to be legal, that list is from September 13, 1994 Stay safe & have a great day!

Hi Michael, yes sir, this is MA legal without the 15rd magazine. Bud's will ship with no magazines, you would need to obtain your own compliant magazines. The 9rd model is out of stock budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/109420/ruger+precision+rimfire+17+hmr+bolt+action+rifle , . 9rd magazine here budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/70370/ruger+american+rimfire+77+22+%26+77+17+.22+wmr+.17+hmr+9+round+magazin , . The following are permitted as long as the magazines do not exceed ten (10) rounds: ✔ Bolt action rifles Rifles that are not "assault-style firearms" are permitted (10-round maximum) and include: ✔ Any .17 or .22 caliber rimfire rifle. Stay safe & have a great day!