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Ruger GP100

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Ruger GP100 by Ruger

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Technical Specifications

Type Revolver
Country of origin United States
Manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Produced 1985–present
No. built 734,500
Variants See Models
Weight 35 -
Length 8-11.5 in
Barrel length 2.5 in · 6 in
Cartridge •10mm Auto •.22 long rifle •.327 Federal Magnum •.357 Magnum •.38 Special •.44 Special
Action Double-action revolver
Range 55–110 yd
Maximum range +/− 550 yd

Data from Ruger GP100 (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: CC BY-SA 2.0 — Gordon Gartrell.

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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