Someone needs to clarify this

[u/DiPowa]

I own a Ruger American .22LR that came with a 10-round rotary mag. I’ve heard that bolt-action rimfire can have up to 15 rounds (like the BX-15). The store told me that CZ rimfires come with 15-round mags, creating a gray area for other 15-round mags. They also mentioned 15-round mags aren’t inherently illegal in Victoria, but Ruger removed them from factory because of their “tactical look,” not because of the round count.

Can someone clarify? In Victoria, if I get a 15-round mag, can I legally own it? Has anyone been questioned during a safe check for owning a 15-round mag, or was it fine?

[u/melbourneavo]

There's no grey area.

Yes, in Vic, you can own and use a 15 round 22LR magazine in a Cat A 22LR firearm.

As far as I know, bx-15 were "removed" by ABF (importing) because it's the same magazine that Ruger Charger takes and that's a Cat H firearm, so a no-no...

BX-15 in RPR 22LR, in Vic is perfectly fine.

[u/DiPowa → u/melbourneavo]

Right I understand.

I hear that the RPR 15 round mag won’t fit a RAR. So are there any other options I have?

[u/melbourneavo → u/DiPowa]

Same magazine, will fit and work fine. And look super sexy too.