Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite .22 LR, 4.40 in Threaded Barrel, Gray Anodized, Picatinny Rail, 2x 10-rd Mags (2021)
This Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite pairs a ventilated, gray-anodized aluminum upper with a tensioned stainless steel barrel and the proven Mark IV one-button takedown. It features a factory-installed, receiver-mounted Picatinny rail section, a 4.40 in. threaded barrel (1/2-28 TPI) with protector, and the 22/45 grip frame that uses replaceable 1911-style panels. The gold-colored trigger, adjustable target rear sight, and approximately 25 oz weight round out a well-equipped .22 LR pistol that was manufactured in 2021 in the USA.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal handling marks from prior use. The photos provide close-ups of surfaces, controls, sights, and the threaded muzzle with protector installed.
What’s Included
- Ruger factory hard case
- Ruger Mark IV instruction manual
- 2x 10-rd Ruger Mark IV/22/45 steel magazines
The Lite variant uses a ventilated, lightened aluminum upper with elongated oval windows and a gray anodized finish. This construction keeps weight down while maintaining the 22/45 grip angle and feel. The grip frame accepts checkered, replaceable 1911-style panels with a molded Ruger logo.
The stainless steel barrel is tensioned and threaded 1/2-28 TPI, with a thread protector installed. A visible barrel sleeve and the 4.40 in. length balance handiness with velocity in a compact package.
Factory sights include a fixed front blade and a fully adjustable rear target sight. A receiver-mounted Picatinny rail section is installed at the factory for straightforward mounting on the upper receiver; it runs between the sights and does not extend the full length of the upper.
Controls include a left-side magazine release and a left-side manual thumb safety. The trigger is gold-colored, and the action is a simple, reliable blowback design with a 10+1 capacity.
Ruger’s Mark IV one-button takedown simplifies maintenance. Markings include “RUGER MARK IV 22LR PRESCOTT AZ USA” and “LITE.” This example corresponds to Ruger part number 43934 and weighs approximately 25 oz.