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Ruger SP101

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Ruger SP101 by Ruger

Photo: Mcumpston (talk)Mike Cumpston — Public domain · via Wikimedia Commons

Technical Specifications

Type Revolver
Country of origin United States
Manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Produced 1989–present
Variants See Models
Weight 25 -
Length 7.2 in · 8 in · 9.12 in
Barrel length 2.25 in · 3.06 in · 4.2 in
Cartridge .22 LR · .38 Special · .357 Magnum · .327 Federal Magnum · 9×19mm · .32 H&R Magnum (discontinued)
Action Double-action revolver
Range 33 to 55 yards (30 to 50 meters)
Maximum range 550 yards (500 meters) +/−

Data from Ruger SP101 (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: Public domain — Mcumpston (talk)Mike Cumpston.

Compatible Calibers (2)

.357 Magnum
Rifle
Bullet: 8.89mm
Case: 29.16mm
.357 FM
.38 Special
Pistol
Bullet: 8.89mm
Case: 25.58mm
.38 SPL

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