Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot
- Category
- Revolver
- Barrel
- 107 mm
- Weight, empty
- 1.39 kg
- Introduced
- 2017
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot is a large-frame, double-action revolver introduced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. in 2017. Built on the heavy Redhawk platform originally designed for magnum cartridges, this variant chambers eight rounds of .357 Magnum (and is dual-chambered to accept .38 Special) in a relieved cylinder cut for full moon clips. Its cold hammer-forged barrel, triple-locking cylinder locked at front, rear and bottom, and stainless-steel construction make it a robust choice for personal defense, hunting and field carry.
The Redhawk debuted in 1979 as Ruger's first double-action magnum revolver, engineered around a single-piece frame with no removable sideplate for maximum strength. Nearly four decades later Ruger applied that same over-built platform to the comparatively mild .357 Magnum, expanding the cylinder to hold eight rounds and relieving it for moon clips, producing a soft-shooting, high-capacity wheelgun aimed at defensive and outdoor shooters.
Offered in several barrel lengths including 2.75-inch (Model 5060), 4.2-inch (Model 5059) and 5.5-inch heavy-barrel configurations; the 4.2-inch model is described here. All ship with three full moon clips and can also load individual rounds without them.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Sturm, Ruger & Co.
- Category
- Revolver
- Country
- United States
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2017
- Variant of
- Chambering
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 107 mm
- Overall length
- 241 mm
- Height
- 152 mm
- Width
- 45 mm
- Weight, empty
- 1.39 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Revolving
- Firing mechanism
- Hammer fired
- Trigger
- Double action
- Capacity
- 8
- Magazine
- Revolving cylinder
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Stainless steel
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Stock
- Wood
- Finish
- Satin stainless
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 440 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 784 J
- Effective range
- 50 m
- Maximum range
- 100 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Cold hammer forged barrel
Relieved cylinder for moon clips- Dual chambered 357 38 special
Adjustable rear sight
Ramp front sight with replaceable insert- Includes three full moon clips
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 53 .357 Magnum revolvers | 1.39 kg | 1.10 kg | Among the heaviest tenth |
| Overall lengthAmong 50 .357 Magnum revolvers | 241 mm | 245 mm | Shorter than about 60% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 53 .357 Magnum revolvers | 107 mm | 107 mm | Near the median |
| Magazine capacityAmong 53 .357 Magnum revolvers | 8 | 6 | Among the largest capacities |
Its place in the rankings
Answers
Questions about the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot
How much does the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot weigh?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot weighs 1.39 kg (3.06 lb) empty.
What caliber is the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot is chambered in .357 Magnum.
How many rounds does the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot hold?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot holds 8 rounds, fed from a revolving cylinder.
How long is the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot is 241 mm (9.49 in) long overall, with a 107 mm (4.21 in) barrel.
Who makes the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot is made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. (United States). It was designed by Sturm, Ruger & Co..
When was the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot introduced?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot was introduced in 2017.
How does the Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot operate?
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot uses a revolving action, and its firing mechanism is hammer fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
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Provenance
What the record holds
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Provenance
Confidence in this record
85%
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API
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