Ruger Blackhawk | .45 Long Colt | 7.5in | 6rd | Blued | 0455

The Ruger New Model Blackhawk is a single-action revolver chambered in .45 Long Colt with a 7.50-inch blued barrel and a six-round cylinder. It pairs a traditional western-style handling profile with Ruger’s transfer-bar ignition system and loading-gate interlock for added safety during carry and handling. The cold hammer-forged barrel and adjustable sights support precise, repeatable shooting.

Common applications include precision single-action target shooting and classic-style sport shooting or competitive single-action events.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co..
• The model is New Model Blackhawk.
• The manufacturer part number is 0455.
• The caliber is .45 Long Colt.
• The capacity is 6 rounds.
• The barrel length is 7.50 inches.
• The finish is Blued.
• The sights are Ramp front and adjustable rear.
• The rate of twist is 1:16″ RH.
• The safety system is Transfer bar with loading-gate interlock.
• The action is Single action.
• The cartridge is .45 Long Colt.
• The muzzle is Non-threaded.
• The cylinder finish is Blued.
• The UPC is 736676004553.

The Blackhawk blends traditional single-action ergonomics with modern safety features and a long sight radius provided by the 7.5-inch barrel. Its construction and adjustable sights make it well suited to deliberate, precision shooting and classic single-action competition where consistent sight picture and sight radius matter. The overall design emphasizes straightforward, mechanical reliability and a familiar western-style feel for shooters who prefer a traditional single-action platform.

Owners commonly praise the comfortable western-style, hand-filling grip and report strong accuracy from the cold hammer-forged barrel.

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