Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot
Sturm, Ruger & Co. · Revolver · In Production · 2017
Also known as: Ruger Redhawk 8-Shot, Ruger Redhawk Model 5059, Ruger Redhawk Model 5060
Overview
The Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum 8-Shot is a large-frame, double-action revolver introduced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. in 2017. Built on the heavy Redhawk platform originally designed for magnum cartridges, this variant chambers eight rounds of .357 Magnum (and is dual-chambered to accept .38 Special) in a relieved cylinder cut for full moon clips. Its cold hammer-forged barrel, triple-locking cylinder locked at front, rear and bottom, and stainless-steel construction make it a robust choice for personal defense, hunting and field carry.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1389 g (49.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 241 mm (9.49") |
| Barrel Length | 107 mm (4.21") |
| Height | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Width | 45 mm (1.77") |
| Action Type | Revolving |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Revolving Cylinder |
| Muzzle Velocity | 440 m/s (1444 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 784 J (578 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Grooved |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 5 |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Satin Stainless |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Moon Clip, Single Round
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Triple Locking Cylinder
- Features: Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Relieved Cylinder For Moon Clips, Dual Chambered 357 38 Special, Adjustable Rear Sight, Ramp Front Sight With Replaceable Insert, Includes Three Full Moon Clips
Base model
Production
Production years: 2017-present
Introduced in 2017 as an 8-shot .357 Magnum addition to the Redhawk line.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Notes
Offered in several barrel lengths including 2.75-inch (Model 5060), 4.2-inch (Model 5059) and 5.5-inch heavy-barrel configurations; the 4.2-inch model is described here. All ship with three full moon clips and can also load individual rounds without them.
Background
The Redhawk debuted in 1979 as Ruger's first double-action magnum revolver, engineered around a single-piece frame with no removable sideplate for maximum strength. Nearly four decades later Ruger applied that same over-built platform to the comparatively mild .357 Magnum, expanding the cylinder to hold eight rounds and relieving it for moon clips, producing a soft-shooting, high-capacity wheelgun aimed at defensive and outdoor shooters.