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Ruger Model LCR
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions		Width:	1.28-in
Length:	6.5-in	Height:	4.5-in
Barrel:	1.88-in	Weight:	17.1-oz
Variant 2 of 3

Gun Rankings
Power Factor (158 grain bullet)168744 Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)16.56 ft-lb Total Capacity5 rounds ConcealabilityGood Defense Factor64%

Gun Specifications
Type:	Revolver
Produced:	2010 - 2015
Caliber:	.357 Mag
Action:	revolving chamber
Trigger:	double-action only (DAO)
Safety:	transfer bar
Cylinder:	5-round
Frame:	matte black polymer/stainless
Grip:	Crimson Trace Lasergrip
Sights:	pinned ramp front, U-notch rear
Notes:	stainless barrel insert

Manufacturer
	Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. More Info

Gun Value
MSRP:	$949.00	Used Est:	$820.00
Last Update:	12/31/2022

About the Gun

The Ruger LCR is a double-action-only revolver that incorporates many features found in the SP101, GP100 and Super Redhawk revolvers, as well as several new features. The patent pending polymer fire control housing incorporates the same grip extension design as the SP101, GP100, and Super Redhawk revolvers. The craned cylinder assembly of the LCR locks into the aluminum upper frame in the rear of the cylinder and at the front via the ejector extension. The internal parts are installed through the top of the fire control housing or through the bottom in back of the aluminum upper frame. Therefore, no side plate is needed.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.357 Magnum
Alias:	.357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
More Info

Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:		158 grains
MV:	1068 ft/sec	ME:	400 ft-lbs

About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

User Rating

2	User Ratings
2	User Comments

User Comments

Excellent Concealed Carry Piece
By Atrain on 30 May 2020
If you want a revolver rather than a pistol for concealed carry, this is it. I bought the .357 version only because it has a more robust cylinder, but if you shoot that cartridge in a revolver with this short barrel and light weight, you are in for a memorable experience. You won't pull that trigger a second time. I shoot .38 Special for practice, and load .38 Special +P when carrying.

Nothing better for small dress slacks pockets
By tgiv on 30 Dec 2017
OK you prefer the comfort & economy of 38spl, this does that ~same price as any quality 38 + smooth trigger, better than S&W. Crimson Trace can equip this which improves the grip/recoil a bit IMHO but no Pro sights for this. Can get pretty close to 500ft-lb with Barnes 125gr PD 357mag ammo out of this snubby (Lucky Gunner labs test), nothing quite as small can do this power. Afraid to wish for a 7-8 round capacity - it might not fit. Holsters - can only find S&W442 types? These will fit nicely, prefer the leather. Yes, as accurate as a Glock that has longer barrel.