Ruger Redhawk Kodiak Backcountry
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. · Revolver · In Production · 2020
Also known as: Ruger Redhawk Kodiak Backpacker, Ruger 5028, Ruger KRH442
Overview
The Ruger Redhawk Kodiak Backcountry is a compact double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .44 Magnum, part of the Redhawk line designed as a rugged trail and backcountry defense sixgun. Marketed as a TALO-exclusive Kodiak Backpacker, it pairs the heavy triple-locking Redhawk frame with a stubby 2.75-inch barrel and hardwood grips, making it a stainless-steel packing revolver intended for defense against large game in bear country. The single-spring mechanism gives a smooth trigger, and the cylinder also accepts .44 Special loads.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1247 g (44.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 210 mm (8.27") |
| Barrel Length | 70 mm (2.76") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 41 mm (1.61") |
| Action Type | Revolving |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Revolving Cylinder |
| Muzzle Velocity | 380 m/s (1247 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1100 J (811 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 508 mm (20.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Hardwood |
| Finish | Satin Stainless |
Calibers
- .44 Remington Magnum · primary — also known as .44 Magnum, .44 Mag, 10.9x33mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Swing Out Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Triple Locking Cylinder
- Features: Compact Backpacker Frame, Brass Bead Front Sight, Single Spring Mechanism, Hardwood Grips, 44 Special Compatible
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Civilian outdoorsmen and hunters · adopted 2020
Production
Production years: 2020-present
TALO-exclusive run of the Redhawk platform, which was originally announced in 1979.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Roy Melcher / Harry Sefried
Notes
Officially catalogued by Ruger as the Redhawk Kodiak Backpacker (model 5028 / KRH442), a TALO distributor exclusive. The Kodiak Backcountry name refers to the same short-barreled trail-gun configuration.
Background
The parent Redhawk was Ruger's first large-bore double-action revolver, designed by Roy Melcher and Harry Sefried and announced in 1979 with its signature triple-locking cylinder to handle the heaviest .44 Magnum loads.