Ruger American Pistol
| Ruger American Pistol | |
|---|---|
| Produced | 2015–present |
| Variants | Compact and Full size pro model and External Thumb safety version. |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge |
|
Short recoil | |
| Rate of fire | semi-automatic |
| Feed system | 17-round or 10-round magazines and 12-round or 10-round magazines for compact pistols (9mm) 10-round magazine (.45 ACP) |
The Ruger American Pistol is a polymer-framed, semi-automatic pistol introduced by
Ruger in December 2015.[3]
Design
The pistol uses a pre-tensioned
glass-filled nylon frame. The frame incorporates a Picatinny rail for mounting accessories.[5]
Variants
In September 2016, Ruger announced compact versions of the pistol, again chambered in 9mm Luger and .45 ACP.[6][1]
In March 2020, Ruger introduced the American Pistol Competition, chambered in 9mm, and the American Pistol Compact with gray Cerakote finish, chambered in .45 ACP.
References
- ^ a b Billings, Jacki (1 October 2016). "Ruger expands American Pistol series with compact model".
- ^ "Ruger American Pistol® Centerfire Pistol".
- ^ a b "Ruger News".
- ^ "Tested: Ruger American Pistol".
- ^ "First Look: Ruger American Pistol - Guns & Ammo". 30 December 2015.
- ^ "Ruger News".