Someone needs to clarify this
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?
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u/ThatAussieGunGuy Victoria 2d ago
The BX-15's still come with RPRs. They're just pinned. Tactical factor my arse. Fuck me sometimes I don't know which side of the counter is worse.
The Customs Act 1901 states that you can't import a firearm with a removable magazine over 10 rounds. Obviously, fixed magazines (tube fed) are not removalable and exempt.
The grey area was Ruger starting to export the RPR rimfires with the BX-15's because you can import tube fed. The definition of the legislation became muddled until ABF put their foot down.
CZ fitting magazines are produced by a number of companies in Australia, up until recently Lithgow being one. The 15-round magazines aren't something new for them.