Videos tagged with Ruger American Competition Pistol

The Ruger American Competition Pistol is an evolution of Ruger's handgun line, inspired by the US Military's Modular Handgun System program. It features a chassis-style design with a glass-filled nylon grip module, a 5-inch barrel with a 1:16 inch twist rate optimized for lighter bullets, and a ported slide. The pistol is optic-ready and includes adjustable target sights with a fiber optic front sight. Its barrel camming system and pre-tensioned striker contribute to manageable recoil and a crisp trigger pull, making it suitable for competition.

This video provides a first look at the Ruger American Pistol Competition model, highlighting its competition-ready features. Key aspects include a high-visibility fiber-optic front sight, fully adjustable rear sight, and a slide pre-cut for red dot optics compatible with Burris and Vortex sights. The pistol features bilateral controls, aggressive texturing, and lightning cuts on the slide to reduce weight and improve cycling speed. It is chambered in 9mm, comes with two 17-round magazines, and boasts a 5-inch barrel with a 1:16 inch twist rate optimized for lighter competition ammunition. Notably, the MSRP is under $600.