Rossi R95 45-70 16.5" 5-Round Walnut Stock Lever-Action Rifle

The Rossi R95 45-70 16.5" 5-Round Walnut Stock Lever-Action Rifle is a compact, hard-hitting rifle engineered for hunting, ranch work, and defense in close-to-intermediate terrain where maneuverability matters. Built on proven lever-action mechanics refined over more than a century, this Rossi rifle delivers the stopping power of .45-70 Government in a platform that handles like a classic carbine. The 16.5-inch barrel makes it ideal for mounted use, vehicle storage, or brush hunting where a full-length rifle becomes unwieldy without sacrificing terminal ballistics.

The lever-action design cycles quickly and intuitively, familiar to anyone trained in traditional rifle disciplines or defensive carbine work. The walnut stock provides both classic aesthetics and reliable durability, while the 5-round capacity balances firepower with practical carry weight—critical when trekking through timber or managing livestock. The .45-70 Government cartridge delivers superior penetration and energy transfer, making it one of the most effective choices for large game, wild boar, and defensive scenarios where intermediate rifle calibers fall short. The shortened 16.5-inch profile keeps overall length and weight manageable without compromising ballistic efficiency.

This rifle serves ranch managers, backcountry hunters, and tactical-minded shooters who value reliability and stopping power over high round count. The compact lever-action platform is naturally reliable in harsh weather and low-maintenance field conditions—no modern ergonomic gimmicks to foul or fail. Those accustomed to Winchester or Marlin lever-actions will find the Rossi R95 familiar in operation, while shooters new to the platform benefit from the intuitive safety, simple disassembly, and abundant aftermarket ammunition availability. FFL transfer required at point of sale.