Ruger GP100

Double-Action (DA) Revolver [ 1985 ]

The Ruger GP100 was introduced in 1985 and continues production today, offering good man-stopping firepower in a compact package.

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Image from official Sturm, Ruger and Company marketing material.

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The Ruger GP100 was a mid-1980s entry into the revolver market by the storied American company. A no-frills weapon, it offered perfected man-stopping firepower in a compact and relatively comfortable package. The firing action of the gun was designed as Double-Action (DA) and versions offered included five- and six-shot cylinder types with varying barrel lengths. Accepted chamberings, dependent on model, included .357 Magnum, .44 Special, and .22 LR.

The cylinder was given a "triple-lock' design set within a solid frame offering improved alignment of chamber-to-barrel. The grips were replaceable to suit operator taste and featured an ergonomic approach with exaggerated finger grooves (a Hogue Monogrip was standard and served as a recoil-reducing measure). Sights were set over the front and rear of the weapon in the usual way. Takedown of the revolver required no specialized tools - owing much to its general simplicity.

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Specifications

Service Year

1985

Origin

United States

Classification

Double-Action (DA) Revolver

Sturm, Ruger & Company - USA

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Greece; United States

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✓ Pistol / Sidearm
Compact design for close-quarters work or general self-defense.

Overall Length

220 mm
8.66 in

Barrel Length

110 mm
4.33 in

Empty Wgt

2.87 lb
1.30 kg

Sights

Iron Front and Rear

Action

Double-Action (DA); Rotating Cylinder

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Caliber(s)*

.357 Magnum; .44 Special; .322 LR

Sample Visuals**

Graphical image of a .357 Magnum pistol cartridge

Rounds / Feed

Five- or Six-Shot Cylinder

*May not represent an exhuastive list; calibers are model-specific dependent, always consult official manufacturer sources.
**Graphics not to actual size; not all cartridges may be represented visually; graphics intended for general reference only.

Max Eff.Range

300 ft
(91 m | 100 yd)

GP100 - Base Series Name

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