Ruger LCR
| Ruger LCR | |
|---|---|
| Type | Revolver |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Joseph Zajk, others |
| Designed | 2009 |
| Manufacturer | Sturm, Ruger & Co. |
| Unit cost | $579–$669 (MSRP) |
| Produced | 2010–present |
| Variants | LCRx (with external hammer) |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 13.5–17.1 oz (380–480 g) |
| Length | 6.5 in (170 mm) |
| Barrel length | 1.875 in (47.6 mm) or 3 in (76 mm) |
| Width | 1.28 in (33 mm) |
| Height | 4.5 in (110 mm) |
| Cartridge | .22 LR .22 WMR .38 Special +P .357 Magnum 9mm Luger .327 Federal Magnum |
| Barrels | 1:16" Right-Hand twist |
| Action | Double-action revolver |
| Feed system | 5, 6, or 8-round cylinder |
| Sights | Fixed "U notch" rear and pinned ramp front sight (later models with the XS tritium dot front sight) |
| References | |
The Ruger LCR is a compact revolver built by Sturm, Ruger & Co. and announced in January 2009. LCR stands for "Lightweight Compact Revolver". It incorporates several novel features such as a polymer grip and trigger housing, monolithic receiver, and constant force trigger. At 13.5 oz (380 g), the LCR is nearly 50% lighter than the stainless steel SP101, as only the barrel and fluted cylinder are made of stainless steel.