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Ruger American Compact 45ACP vs Smith & Wesson Model 986 2.5"

Ruger American Compact 45ACP

Striker-Fired Compact Pistol Chambered in 45 ACP
vs

Smith & Wesson Model 986 2.5"

DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 9mm Luger

Dimensions

  Length L Height H Width W Weight W
American Compact 45ACP 7.25 in 5.35 in 1.05 in 28.6 oz
Model 986 2.5" 7.5 in 6 in 1.55 in 31.7 oz

Details

  Barrel BBL Trigger Website
American Compact 45ACP 3.75 in Striker-Fired ruger.com
Model 986 2.5" 2.5 in DA/SA smith-wesson.com

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