Ruger Red Label III: Release Date, Price & Specs
The Ruger Red Label III release date, MSRP price, specs and shipping status. A new shotgun from Ruger for 2026.
When can I buy it?
Now. It is shipping. Maker site lists it as available (Ruger lists Limited Availability), checked Oct 17, 2026. Stock varies by retailer and region.
- Is It Shipping?
- Shipping Maker site lists it as available (Ruger lists Limited Availability), checked Oct 17, 2026
- MSRP
- $3,299
- Announced
- Dec 24, 2025
- Category
- Shotgun
MSRP is the manufacturer's price from the cited source; street prices vary.
Ruger brought back its Red Label over/under as the Red Label III, a 20-gauge built by Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company with a walnut stock and five choke tubes.
Why it matters
It returns an American over/under name to the field and clays course, built by one of the country's premier shotgun makers.
Key specs
| Gauge | 20 ga, 2-3/4 and 3 in |
|---|---|
| Barrels | 28 or 30 in |
| Stock | walnut, oil finish |
| Chokes | 5 included |
| Trigger | single, inertia |
| Built by | Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. |
Status history
Ruger lists both models as Limited Availability.
Who it's for: Bird hunters and clay shooters.
Compare with
Similar new releases at a similar price, from our database:
| Product | Status | MSRP | Announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruger Red Label III (this page) | Shipping | $3,299 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Benelli Ethos A.I. (2026 Cordoba / Upland 28 ga) | Announced | $3,299 | Jan 20, 2026 |
| Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. 28 Gauge | Announced | $2,849 | Jan 22, 2026 |
| Benelli M2-G1 Tactical | Announced | $1,829 | Aug 18, 2026 |
FAQ
- When was the Ruger Red Label III released?
- Ruger announced it Dec 24, 2025. Its status is Shipping as of our check on Oct 17, 2026.
- How much does the Ruger Red Label III cost?
- The manufacturer MSRP is $3,299, per our cited source. Street prices may be lower.
- When does the Ruger Red Label III ship?
- It is shipping now, per our latest check. Stock varies by retailer.
- Where can I buy the Ruger Red Label III?
- Check the maker page for authorized dealers. We will add retailer links once we confirm stock.
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