The Ruger Super Redhawk revolver chambered in 480 Ruger, specifically designed with the big game sportsman in mind, is back. Production had been suspended early in 2007 to address a fired case extraction issue. After a complete analysis, it was determined that to provide easy and sure extraction, all 480 Ruger Super Redhawk Revolvers, including the easy-to carry Alaskan, will now feature 5-shot cylinders. Beginning in 2008, they will also feature a Hogue Monogrip for added comfort. The Target Grey All-Weather version adds a low-glare matte finish preferred by hunters.
The strong extended frame of the Ruger Super Redhawk family, long known for their rugged reliability, utilizes the Ruger patented Integral Scope Mounting System. Integral scope cuts on the frame provide this handgun with a solid scope mounting surface. Free scope rings, an $80 value, are provided with every Ruger Super Redhawk Revolver except the short-barreled Alaskan versions, and offer the shooter and hunter the ability to easily mount their favorite scope.
The 480 Ruger cartridge offers handgun hunting performance without the heavy recoil experienced by other big game calibers. This cartridge offers power without excessively heavy recoil using Hornady’s .475-inch diameter, 325-grain XTP Magnum bullet. The 480 Ruger cartridge can produce a muzzle velocity of 1350 fps — nearly one-third more muzzle energy than the standard 44 Magnum cartridge, with substantially less recoil than the other big-bore hunting handgun cartridges. This exciting cartridge developed by Hornady can be said to effectively “split the difference” between the powerful 44 Magnum and other super-powerful, heavier recoiling hunting cartridges.
For more information on the 480 Ruger Super Redhawk Revolver and the extensive line of Ruger products and services, visit the Ruger website.
