The Ruger SP101 Match Champion in .357 Magnum (brand part no. 5782) is a factory-tuned double-action revolver built around a full-lug 4.2-inch stainless barrel with an 11-degree target crown for improved accuracy. Ruger fits a fiber optic front sight paired with an adjustable rear sight, wraps a wood grip around the gloss stainless frame, and feeds the revolver from a 5-round cylinder. This SP101 also chambers .38 Special. Among factory-tuned competition revolvers in the revolvers category, the Match Champion favors competitive shooters who want a target-crowned barrel and fiber optic sighting straight from the factory.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special with a 5-shot cylinder capacity.
- Features a 4.2-inch full-lug, gloss stainless barrel with an 11-degree target crown.
- Sights are a fiber optic front and adjustable rear.
- Grip is wood.
- The barrel is factory tuned for accuracy.
- Weighs approximately 30 ounces.
- Includes a transfer bar safety.
- The rifling twist rate is 1-in-16 inches.
- Overall length measures 12.35 inches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the barrel factory tuned? An 11-degree target crown machined into the full-lug barrel for improved accuracy.
Can this revolver fire .38 Special? Yes, the .357 Magnum chamber also accepts .38 Special ammunition.
Buy the Ruger SP101 Match Champion Revolver
A factory-tuned, target-crowned competition revolver is exactly what the Match Champion delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.


