Ruger
Ruger is one of America’s most important firearms manufacturers—privately held, entirely domestic, and producing one of the broadest lineups in the industry across pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shotguns. From the iconic 10/22 rimfire that’s been the most popular .22 rifle in the country for decades, to the LC9s carry pistol, the Mark IV target pistol, the American bolt-action rifle, and the GP100 revolver, Ruger builds reliable firearms at prices that make quality accessible. Impact Guns carries the complete Ruger lineup.
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Ruger Carry Pistols—LC9s, Security-9, and RXM
The LC9s is one of the most popular concealed carry pistols ever made—a slim 9mm with a single-stack 7-round magazine in a package light enough for all-day carry. The Security-9 steps up to a 15-round double-stack at a price that’s hard to argue with. The MAX-9 splits the difference with a 10+1 capacity in a micro-compact frame. The newest addition, the RXM, is Ruger’s modular carry pistol featuring interchangeable grip modules and an optics-ready slide with 15+1 capacity. All Ruger carry pistols share the same emphasis on reliability, accessible price, and the no-frills functionality the brand is known for.
Ruger Mark IV—The .22 LR Pistol Standard
The Ruger Mark series has been in continuous production since 1949 and the Mark IV is the finest iteration yet. The defining feature of the Mark IV is its takedown system—push a single button at the rear of the frame and the entire upper assembly tilts away from the frame for cleaning without tools. The Mark IV Target features an adjustable rear sight and 5.5-inch bull barrel for precision rimfire shooting. The Mark IV 22/45 replicates the grip angle and manual of arms of the 1911 for training purposes. For target shooting, small game hunting, or economical practice, the Mark IV is the benchmark .22 LR pistol.
Ruger 10/22—America’s .22 Rifle
The 10/22 has been in production since 1964 and has sold over 7 million units, making it the best-selling .22 LR rifle in history. The rotary magazine feeds reliably, the takedown design is simple, and the enormous aftermarket of stocks, triggers, barrels, and magazines means a 10/22 can be configured for any application from plinking to competition. The 10/22 Carbine is the classic configuration; the 10/22 Takedown breaks down for compact storage; the 10/22 Competition is factory-tuned for target use. Few firearms offer as much versatility, reliability, and fun per dollar as a 10/22.
Ruger American—Bolt-Action Value Leader
The Ruger American bolt-action rifle is the standard-bearer for affordable hunting bolt guns. The Gen II update added an improved trigger, a new stock with adjustable length of pull, and a revised magazine. Available in short and long action in calibers from .243 Winchester to .300 Winchester Magnum, the American delivers sub-MOA accuracy at a price point that competes directly with the Savage Axis. The American Predator in 6.5 Creedmoor has been particularly popular as a budget precision rifle. The American Ranch in 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39mm accepts common AR and AK magazines.
Ruger Revolvers—GP100, SP101, and Redhawk
Ruger’s revolver lineup is built around the GP100 (.357 Magnum, .44 Special, .22 LR) and SP101 (compact .357/.38 Special carry revolver). The GP100 is renowned for its robust construction—it handles a steady diet of full-power .357 Magnum loads better than most competing revolvers. The SP101 is the compact carry version with a 2.25-inch barrel. The Redhawk and Super Redhawk step up to .44 Magnum and .454 Casull for hunting. The LCR (Lightweight Carry Revolver) uses a polymer frame and a trigger that many shooters rate above the Smith & Wesson J-frame equivalent. Ruger revolvers are consistently durable, accurate, and well-priced.
Where to Go Next
Explore dedicated Ruger model pages: LC9 / LC9s, Ruger-57, Mark IV, and Mini-30. For ammunition, visit our 9mm ammo and .22 LR ammo pages. Ruger revolvers are also featured on our Revolvers page.