Ruger 57 5.7x28mm | 4.94″ Barrel | 10+1 | 16402

The Ruger 57 is a polymer-frame semi-automatic pistol chambered in 5.7x28mm designed for high-capacity, low-recoil range use and competition shooting. This model features a 4.94″ alloy steel barrel with a black nitride finish, a drilled-and-tapped slide for optics, and rapid-acquisition fiber-optic front sight paired with an adjustable rear sight. For a practical red-dot pairing under $1,000, consider the Vortex Venom or a similar compact reflex sight mounted using the available optic adapter plate. Two common applications for this pistol are recreational target shooting and action/competition use.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is 5.7x28mm.
• The barrel measures 4.94 inches.
• The listed capacity is 10+1.
• This model includes two 10-round steel magazines.
• The overall length is 8.65 inches.
• The unloaded weight is 24.5 oz..
• The frame is constructed from high-performance glass-filled nylon.
• The barrel material is alloy steel with a black nitride finish.
• The slide is made from alloy steel and has a black oxide finish.
• The front sight is fiber optic and the rear sight is adjustable.
• The slide is drilled and tapped for optics and includes lightening cuts.
• This pistol features a Picatinny-style accessory rail for lights and lasers.
• The twist rate is listed as 1:9″ RH.
• The UPC is 736676164028.
• Not for sale or direct ship to California as noted in the manufacturer data.

The Ruger 57 blends a light-recoiling, flat-shooting cartridge with an ergonomic polymer frame and provisions for optics and accessories. Its combination of a nitride-treated barrel, adjustable sights and a drilled-and-tapped slide makes it a straightforward platform for shooters who want a modern range pistol with competition-capable features. The included steel magazines and Picatinny rail add utility for a variety of range setups and accessory configurations.

Owners commonly praise the pistol’s ergonomics and its short, positive trigger reset, which contribute to controllable, consistent performance at the range.

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