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Semi-automatic pistol From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Ruger American Pistol is a polymer-framed, semi-automatic pistol introduced by Ruger in December 2015.[3]
| Ruger American Pistol | |
|---|---|
| |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Sturm, Ruger & Co. |
| Unit cost | $579 (MSRP)[1][2] |
| Produced | 2015–present |
| Variants | Compact and Full size pro model and External Thumb safety version. |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | |
| Action | 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 pistol uses a pre-tensioned striker firing system, and is chambered in 9mm Luger and .45 ACP.[3] The pistol uses a Browning-type locked-breech short recoil action, with a barrel cam system that is designed to reduce felt recoil.[4] The serialized part of the pistol is a steel chassis, which is fit to a glass-filled nylon frame. The frame incorporates a Picatinny rail for mounting accessories.[5]
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.
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