Ruger P series

Ruger P series
Ruger P89
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originUnited States
Production history
Designed1985 (P85)
ManufacturerSturm, Ruger & Co.
Produced1985–2013
VariantsSee Variants
Specifications
Mass32 oz (910 g) (P89)
Length7.75 in (197 mm) (P89)
Barrel length4.50 in (114 mm) (P89)

Cartridge
ActionShort recoil
Effective firing range55 yd (50 m)
Feed systemDetachable box magazine:
Sights3-dot sight

The Ruger P series is a line of centerfire semi-automatic pistols made by Sturm, Ruger & Company produced from 1985 to 2013. The P-series pistols were designed for military, police, civilian and recreational use. The designs are largely based on the Browning action found in the M1911 pistol, but with minor variations, generally related to the safety mechanism and the barrel-camblock interface. Reviews have considered them rugged, reliable, and strong, though this strength comes at the price of bulk and a blocky appearance.[1]

  1. ^ Glenn Barnes. "Ruger's P series: what's wrong with Ruger's P-series semiauto pistols? Not a darn thing, says the author". Guns Magazine. FindArticles.com. Retrieved 2009-11-03.