Ruger Pistols

Ruger MAX-9

Specs, variants & prices

Ruger currently makes 4 versions of the MAX-9 pistol, all chambered in 9mm Luger. Each has a 3.2" barrel. Of the 4 versions, 3 are milled for Shield RMSc and JPoint-pattern dots, and one isn't set up for an optic. Ruger's suggested retail prices run from $299 to $449, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.

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What versions of the Ruger MAX-9 are there?

4 current versions. Specs and measurements are Ruger's own.

Optics

Version	Prices	Optics	Model / part #	Caliber	Capacity	Barrel	Overall length	Weight	Finish	MSRP	CA	MA
MAX-9	See prices	RMSc/JPoint cut	3514	9mm Luger	12+1	3.20"	6"	18.4 oz.	Black Nitride	$299	No	No
MAX-9	See prices	RMSc/JPoint cut	3519	9mm Luger	10+1	3.20"	6"	18.4 oz.	Black Nitride	$299	No	No
MAX-9	See prices	RMSc/JPoint cutRuger ReadyDot Micro Reflex Sight installed	3523	9mm Luger	12+1	3.20"	6"	18 oz.	Black Oxide	$349	No	No
MAX-9California Approved	See prices	No	3518	9mm Luger	10+1	3.20"	6"	18.4 oz.	Black Oxide	$449	Yes	No

MAX-9
See prices
Optics
RMSc/JPoint cut
Model / part #
3514
Caliber
9mm Luger
Capacity
12+1
Barrel
3.20"
Overall length
6"
Weight
18.4 oz.
Finish
Black Nitride
MSRP
$299
CA
No
MA
No
MAX-9
See prices
Optics
RMSc/JPoint cut
Model / part #
3519
Caliber
9mm Luger
Capacity
10+1
Barrel
3.20"
Overall length
6"
Weight
18.4 oz.
Finish
Black Nitride
MSRP
$299
CA
No
MA
No
MAX-9
See prices
Optics
RMSc/JPoint cutRuger ReadyDot Micro Reflex Sight installed
Model / part #
3523
Caliber
9mm Luger
Capacity
12+1
Barrel
3.20"
Overall length
6"
Weight
18 oz.
Finish
Black Oxide
MSRP
$349
CA
No
MA
No
MAX-9
California Approved
See prices
Optics
No
Model / part #
3518
Caliber
9mm Luger
Capacity
10+1
Barrel
3.20"
Overall length
6"
Weight
18.4 oz.
Finish
Black Oxide
MSRP
$449
CA
Yes
MA
No

What calibers does the MAX-9 come in?

Every current version is chambered in 9mm Luger.

Is the MAX-9 optics-ready?

Of the 4 versions, 3 are milled for Shield RMSc and JPoint-pattern dots, and one isn't set up for an optic.

How much does a Ruger MAX-9 cost?

Ruger's suggested retail prices run from $299 to $449, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.

Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?

According to Ruger, one version is available in California, but none in Massachusetts. Look for “Yes” in the CA and MA columns. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.

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Specs from Ruger, checked October 17, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. Ruger is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with Ruger.