Ruger Redhawk

Specifications

Caliber

.38 Special

Barrel length

5.5"

Capacity

8

Category

Handgun

Overview

The Ruger Redhawk is a handgun chambered in .38 Special, featuring a 5.5-inch barrel and a standard capacity of 8 rounds. This configuration places the Redhawk in the category of larger-frame revolvers designed to accommodate multiple rounds within its cylinder. The 5.5-inch barrel length represents a mid-range option for the platform, balancing sight radius and overall handling characteristics. As a firearm produced by Ruger, a longstanding manufacturer within the industry, the Redhawk in this configuration is built around the .38 Special cartridge specification. These core specifications—caliber, capacity, and barrel length—define the fundamental mechanical profile of this particular model variant.

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