Description
Lever guns have been having a moment, and Derya decided to skip the nostalgia act entirely. The RAN Ironwolf is their modernized take on the platform, chambered in .45 Colt with an 8 round tubular magazine, an 18 inch threaded barrel, and a black Melonite finish over the receiver, barrel, and mag tube. It looks nothing like grandpa's saddle gun, and that's the whole point.
The Ironwolf Stock Does the Heavy Lifting
The namesake feature here is the machined aluminum Ironwolf buttstock, and it's a genuinely clever piece of hardware. Cheek height and drop adjust with external dials and screws, so there are no shims or inserts to fool with, and the design works equally well for right and left handed use. You also get QD sling mounts and M-LOK slots on the stock itself, which pair nicely with clip-on ammo carriers. Up front, the aluminum M-LOK forend gives you real estate for a light or hand stop without any gunsmithing.
Steel Receiver, Suppressor-Ready Barrel
Derya built the RAN series on a mono-block steel receiver, which cuts down on vibration and keeps the action cycling smoothly compared to jointed designs. The 18 inch barrel wears 5/8×24 threading, so adding a suppressor or muzzle device is a five minute job. Sights are handled by a fixed front post and an adjustable rear that integrates a Picatinny rail, meaning you can run irons, a red dot, or a scout style optic without giving anything up. A rebounding hammer adds a layer of passive safety while you're carrying it in the field.
Where the RAN Ironwolf Fits
The .45 Colt out of an 18 inch tube is a proven close range thumper, well suited for hogs and deer inside sensible distances, and it's soft shooting enough that plinking with cowboy loads stays fun all afternoon. Derya backs it with a limited lifetime warranty to the original owner, and every rifle ships with a carry bag, manual, cleaning cloth, and tool. If a traditional walnut lever gun never quite fit your style, this one deserves a serious look.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Derya
- Model: RAN Ironwolf
- Manufacturer Part Number: RAN.18.45
- UPC: 850067243977
- Action: Lever Action
- Caliber: .45 Colt
- Capacity: 8 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 18 in, Threaded 5/8×24 TPI
- Overall Length: 36.8 in
- Weight: 8.27 lbs
- Receiver: Mono-Block Steel
- Finish: Black Melonite
- Stock: Ironwolf Adjustable Aluminum with QD Mount and M-LOK Slots
- Forend: Aluminum M-LOK
- Sights: Fixed Front, Adjustable Rear with Picatinny Rail
- Safety: Rebounding Hammer
What’s Included
- Derya RAN Ironwolf lever action rifle
- Derya carry bag
- Owner's manual
- Cleaning/polishing cloth
- Adjustment tool
- WTTA flyer
Frequently Asked Questions
What ammo does the Derya RAN Ironwolf 45C shoot?
This model is chambered in .45 Colt, sometimes called .45 Long Colt. It is not chambered for .45 ACP, so make sure you're grabbing the right boxes at the counter. The tubular magazine holds 8 rounds, giving you plenty of capacity for hunting or range sessions.
Is the barrel on the RAN Ironwolf threaded for a suppressor?
Yes, the 18 inch barrel comes threaded 5/8×24 from the factory. That's the common thread pitch for .45 caliber suppressors and muzzle devices, so most cans in that bore size will spin right on. It makes this one of the easier lever guns to set up as a quiet hog or brush rifle.
Can I mount a scope or red dot on the Derya RAN Ironwolf?
You can. The adjustable rear sight assembly includes an integrated Picatinny rail, so red dots and scout style optics mount without any drilling or tapping. If you prefer to keep it simple, the fixed front post and adjustable rear give you a solid set of irons out of the box.
How does the Ironwolf adjustable stock work?
The aluminum Ironwolf buttstock adjusts for cheek height and drop using external dials and screws, so no shims or spacer inserts are needed. It's designed to fit both right and left handed users of just about any build. The stock also includes QD sling mounts and M-LOK slots for accessories like ammo carriers.







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