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Ruger
Model Vaquero
Ruger Revolver Vaquero .44-40 Win Variant-2
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:10.625-in Height:No Data
Barrel:4.625-in Weight:43-oz
Variant 2 of 9
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (200 grain bullet)175200
  • Recoil Factor (200 grain bullet)8.02 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityPoor
  • Defense Factor55%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:1996 - 2004
Caliber:.44-40 Win
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:trigger activated transfer bar
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:color case blued alloy steel
Grip:simulated ivory
Sights:blade front, fixed rear
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Manufacturer
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
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Gun Value
MSRP:$595.00Used Est:$665.00
Last Update:1/3/2023
About the Gun

The Vaquero is a basically a New Model Blackhawk with old-fashioned fixed sights consisting of a front blade and a notch milled into the frame at the rear. Although it is fashioned after the Colt Single Action Army, its dimensions are slightly larger. The Vaquero was introduced in 1993 to meet the growing demand for quality modern firearms used in the growing sport of cowboy action shooting.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .44-40 Winchester
Alias: .44 Winchester Centerfire (WCF)
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:200 grains
MV:876 ft/sec ME:341 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed for Winchester's Model 1873 rifle. It is yet another example of an early centerfire, black-powder cartridge that has been used in both pistols and rifles. While it is greatly outperformed by the .44 Remington Magnum, this caliber is making a comeback in Cowboy Action Shooting events.

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