Ruger SR9
Sturm, Ruger & Co. · Pistol · Discontinued · 2007
Also known as: SR9, SR-9
Overview
The Ruger SR9 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 751 g (26.5 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 989 g (34.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 192 mm (7.56") |
| Barrel Length | 105 mm (4.13") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 32 mm (1.26") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 29 N (6.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 17 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 360 m/s (1181 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 481 J (355 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Black Nitride |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Thumb Safety, Trigger Safety, Magazine Disconnect, Firing Pin Block, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Cocked Striker Indicator
- Features: Glass Filled Nylon Frame, Three Dot Sights, Ambidextrous Manual Safety, Ambidextrous Magazine Release, Picatinny Rail, Adjustable Rear Sight, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Cocked Striker Indicator, Reversible Backstrap
Variants
- Ruger SR9c — Compact
- Ruger SR9E — Economy
- Ruger SR40 — Caliber Variant
- Ruger SR45 — Caliber Variant
Production
Production years: 2007-2017
High-volume production over a 10-year run. Early production pistols (Oct 2007 - Apr 2008) subject to safety recall for drop-fire issue.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 2017
Notes
In 2008, Ruger issued a recall for SR9 pistols manufactured between October 2007 and April 2008 due to a drop-fire issue. The recall resulted in a redesigned trigger assembly that made the pistol fully drop-safe. The SR9 spawned a family of variants including the compact SR9c, the economy SR9E (without ambidextrous controls), the .40 S&W SR40, and the .45 ACP SR45. The SR-series was discontinued in 2017 when Ruger shifted focus to the American Pistol and Security-9 lines. Available in black nitride and brushed stainless finishes.
Background
The Ruger SR9 represented a bold leap for Sturm, Ruger & Co. into the striker-fired polymer pistol market dominated by Glock, Smith & Wesson M&P, and Springfield XD. Its name 'SR' stands for 'Slim Ruger,' referencing the thinner profile compared to the outgoing P-series. Despite the early recall setback, the SR9 earned a reputation for accuracy and ergonomics, and its ambidextrous controls and adjustable sights at a competitive price point made it popular with both civilian shooters and law enforcement.