The Ruger Vaquero in .45 Long Colt (brand part no. 05101), offered here with a longer 5.5-inch barrel, is a single-action revolver built on a smaller-frame version of the Blackhawk platform for classic cowboy-gun styling in a compact package. Ruger fits hardwood grips sized to the smaller frame, machines a 6-groove, 1-in-16 twist barrel with a beveled cylinder, and builds in a transfer bar operating mechanism with a loading gate interlock for carry safety. A case and gun lock ship with the revolver. Among classic-profile single-actions in the revolvers category, this longer-barreled Vaquero favors Western-action shooters who want extra sight radius on a slimmer frame.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 Long Colt with a 6-shot cylinder capacity.
• Features a 5.5-inch blued barrel with a 6-groove, 1-in-16 twist.
• Cylinder is beveled for classic Western styling.
• Grip and frame are smaller than a full-size Blackhawk.
• Includes a transfer bar mechanism with loading gate interlock.
• Ships with a case and gun lock.
• Shipping weight of approximately 4.2 pounds.
• The sights are Blade, fixed.
• The trigger action is single action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of the longer barrel? The 5.5-inch length extends the sight radius on the same slim Vaquero frame.

How does the Vaquero compare to a Blackhawk? It uses a smaller grip and frame for a slimmer, more classic profile.

Buy the Ruger Vaquero Revolver, 5.5-Inch

Extended sight radius on a slim classic single-action frame is exactly what this Vaquero delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.