Anschutz 1761L MPR 22LR Rifle

Description

Anschutz 1761L MPR: Left-Handed 22LR Precision Rifle

The Anschutz 1761L MPR is a purpose-built left-handed 22 Long Rifle bolt-action rifle designed for shooters who demand accuracy, control, and comfort in a rimfire platform sized specifically for left-handed operation. Built on Anschutz’s proven bolt-action heritage, this rifle pairs a heavy barrel with a two-stage light trigger to deliver the kind of predictable, repeatable performance that competitive shooters and serious hobbyists expect. The hardwood MPR stock is shaped for a natural cheek weld and steady hold, while the blued metal finish provides a durable, low-glare surface built to withstand range sessions season after season.

Chambered in 22 Long Rifle, this rifle features a 21.4-inch barrel and an overall length of 38.2 inches, striking a balance between maneuverability and the barrel length needed for consistent rimfire velocities. At 7.7 pounds, it carries enough heft to steady aim without becoming fatiguing during extended range days. The detachable 5-round magazine allows for quick reloads and easy cleaning, while the 1:16.5-inch rate of twist is matched to standard 22LR ammunition for reliable stabilization downrange. Every component reflects the same attention to fit and function that has defined Anschutz rifles for generations of rimfire shooters.

Key Features and Benefits

The heavy barrel profile on this rifle is engineered to resist heat-induced stringing during rapid strings of fire, helping shooters maintain tight groups even as the barrel warms up over a long practice session. Paired with a two-stage light trigger, the rifle gives shooters a distinct, predictable take-up before a clean, crisp break, making it far easier to call shots and manage follow-through than a single-stage design. This trigger geometry is especially valuable for new shooters learning trigger control and for experienced competitors fine-tuning their technique, since the two-stage pull reduces the chance of an unexpected or jerked shot breaking the sight picture.

Left-handed shooters are frequently an afterthought in rifle design, but this model reverses that trend with a stock and bolt configuration built from the ground up for left-hand operation. The MPR hardwood stock includes checkering at the grip and forend for a secure hold in varying weather and hand conditions, and its profile is shaped to position the shooting eye naturally behind the sight line. Because the bolt throw and ejection port are oriented for left-handed use, shooters avoid the awkward wrist rotation and slower follow-up shots that come from running a right-handed action left-handed, making range time more comfortable and more accurate.

Beyond the stock and trigger, this rifle’s detachable 5-round magazine and blued metal finish round out a package built for practical, day-to-day use. The detachable magazine speeds up reloads between strings and simplifies unloading for safe transport and storage, while the blued finish on the barrel and action resists corrosion and stands up to repeated handling. Though it does not ship with sights, the receiver is ready to accept the shooter’s optic of choice, giving competitors and hunters alike the flexibility to configure the rifle for target work, small-game hunting, or dedicated training use exactly the way they want it set up.

• Caliber: 22 Long Rifle (22LR)
• Action: Bolt-action with two-stage light trigger
• Barrel: 21.4″ heavy barrel, blued finish, 1:16.5″ twist rate
• Stock: MPR hardwood stock with checkering, left-hand configuration
• Magazine: Detachable, 5-round capacity
• Overall Length: 38.2″ | Weight: 7.7 lbs
• Left-handed model, no sights included (optics-ready)

Anschutz 1761L MPR Specifications

These specifications summarize what shooters can expect from this rifle on the range: a 22 Long Rifle chambering, 21.4-inch heavy barrel, 1:16.5-inch twist rate, 38.2-inch overall length, and 7.7-pound weight, all built around a left-handed bolt-action platform with a two-stage trigger and hardwood MPR stock. Combined with the detachable 5-round magazine and blued metal finish, these details make it a well-rounded choice for precision rimfire shooting and training.

Who It Is For

This rifle suits left-handed competitive shooters, junior marksmen, and rimfire enthusiasts training for smallbore matches who need a purpose-built action rather than a converted right-handed rifle. Instructors and coaches working with left-handed students often struggle to find quality options within our broader Rifles selection, and this model closes that gap with a dedicated left-hand bolt, ejection port, and stock geometry. Precision-minded plinkers who spend weekends refining trigger control and follow-through will also appreciate the two-stage trigger and heavy barrel, which reward disciplined technique with tighter, more consistent groups at typical rimfire distances.

It also fits shooters who want a rifle built to Anschutz’s long-standing manufacturing standards, a name recognized worldwide among Olympic and international smallbore competitors for consistency and craftsmanship; visit the Anschutz official site to learn more about their rimfire lineup. Families introducing a left-handed young shooter to the sport, hunters seeking a lightweight small-game rifle, and collectors who appreciate purpose-built left-hand firearms will all find this model a practical fit. Its balance of accuracy, ergonomics, and dependable function makes it equally at home on the training line or in the field.

Why Choose This

Choosing the Anschutz 1761L MPR means investing in a rifle engineered specifically for left-handed shooters rather than settling for a compromise. From the heavy barrel and two-stage light trigger to the hardwood MPR stock and detachable 5-round magazine, every feature works together to deliver accuracy, comfort, and reliability shot after shot. Whether the goal is competitive smallbore shooting, coaching a left-handed student, or simply owning a dependable 22LR bolt-action rifle built to exacting standards, this model delivers consistent performance backed by a trusted manufacturer’s reputation for precision rimfire rifles that perform when it matters most.