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Shareholder Report
6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2025
USD ($)
Holding
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Document Type N-CSRS
Amendment Flag false
Registrant Name RUSSELL INVESTMENT CO
Entity Central Index Key 0000351601
Entity Investment Company Type N-1A
Document Period End Date Apr. 30, 2025
C000004265  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Conservative Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RCLAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$27
0.54%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 27
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.54%
AssetsNet $ 63,062,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 58,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$63,062
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $58
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
75.5%
Domestic Equities
10.6%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
International Equities
4.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004266  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Conservative Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RCLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$64
1.29%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 64
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.29%
AssetsNet $ 63,062,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 58,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$63,062
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $58
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
75.5%
Domestic Equities
10.6%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
International Equities
4.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000027580  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Conservative Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R1
Trading Symbol RCLRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R1
$11
0.22%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 11
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.22%
AssetsNet $ 63,062,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 58,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$63,062
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $58
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
75.5%
Domestic Equities
10.6%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
International Equities
4.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000137237  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Conservative Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R5
Trading Symbol RCLVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R5
$36
0.72%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 36
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.72%
AssetsNet $ 63,062,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 58,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$63,062
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $58
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
75.5%
Domestic Equities
10.6%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
International Equities
4.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004268  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Conservative Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RCLSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$17
0.35%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 17
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.35%
AssetsNet $ 63,062,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 58,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$63,062
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $58
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
75.5%
Domestic Equities
10.6%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
International Equities
4.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004260  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Moderate Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RMLAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$25
0.50%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.50%
AssetsNet $ 121,617,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 107,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$121,617
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $107
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
53.3%
International Equities
21.0%
Domestic Equities
15.8%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004261  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Moderate Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RMLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$62
1.25%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 62
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.25%
AssetsNet $ 121,617,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 107,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$121,617
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $107
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
53.3%
International Equities
21.0%
Domestic Equities
15.8%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000027578  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Moderate Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R1
Trading Symbol RMLRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R1
$12
0.25%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 12
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.25%
AssetsNet $ 121,617,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 107,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$121,617
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $107
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
53.3%
International Equities
21.0%
Domestic Equities
15.8%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000137235  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Moderate Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R5
Trading Symbol RMLVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R5
$37
0.75%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.75%
AssetsNet $ 121,617,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 107,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$121,617
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $107
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
53.3%
International Equities
21.0%
Domestic Equities
15.8%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004263  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Moderate Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RMLSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$16
0.33%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.33%
AssetsNet $ 121,617,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 107,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$121,617
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $107
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Fixed Income
53.3%
International Equities
21.0%
Domestic Equities
15.8%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
2.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004255  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Balanced Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RBLAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$28
0.56%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 28
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.56%
AssetsNet $ 589,669,000
Holdings Count | Holding 13
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 525,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$589,669
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 13
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $525
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
34.9%
Fixed Income
32.5%
Domestic Equities
20.7%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
4.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004256  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Balanced Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RBLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$65
1.31%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 65
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.31%
AssetsNet $ 589,669,000
Holdings Count | Holding 13
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 525,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$589,669
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 13
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $525
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
34.9%
Fixed Income
32.5%
Domestic Equities
20.7%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
4.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000027576  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Balanced Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R1
Trading Symbol RBLRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R1
$17
0.35%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 17
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.35%
AssetsNet $ 589,669,000
Holdings Count | Holding 13
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 525,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$589,669
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 13
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $525
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
34.9%
Fixed Income
32.5%
Domestic Equities
20.7%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
4.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000137233  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Balanced Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R5
Trading Symbol RBLVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R5
$42
0.85%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 42
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.85%
AssetsNet $ 589,669,000
Holdings Count | Holding 13
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 525,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$589,669
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 13
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $525
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
34.9%
Fixed Income
32.5%
Domestic Equities
20.7%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
4.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004258  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Balanced Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RBLSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$20
0.41%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 20
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.41%
AssetsNet $ 589,669,000
Holdings Count | Holding 13
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 525,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$589,669
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 13
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $525
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
34.9%
Fixed Income
32.5%
Domestic Equities
20.7%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
4.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004250  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RALAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$29
0.59%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.59%
AssetsNet $ 565,697,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 502,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$565,697
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $502
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
40.4%
Domestic Equities
32.6%
Fixed Income
14.1%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004251  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RALCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$66
1.34%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.34%
AssetsNet $ 565,697,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 502,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$565,697
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $502
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
40.4%
Domestic Equities
32.6%
Fixed Income
14.1%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000027574  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R1
Trading Symbol RALRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R1
$14
0.29%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 14
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.29%
AssetsNet $ 565,697,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 502,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$565,697
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $502
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
40.4%
Domestic Equities
32.6%
Fixed Income
14.1%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000137231  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R5
Trading Symbol RALVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R5
$39
0.79%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 39
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.79%
AssetsNet $ 565,697,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 502,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$565,697
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $502
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
40.4%
Domestic Equities
32.6%
Fixed Income
14.1%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004253  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RALSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$17
0.34%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 17
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.34%
AssetsNet $ 565,697,000
Holdings Count | Holding 12
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 502,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$565,697
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 12
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $502
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
40.4%
Domestic Equities
32.6%
Fixed Income
14.1%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.0%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004273  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol REAAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$29
0.58%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.58%
AssetsNet $ 290,196,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 258,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$290,196
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $258
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
43.4%
Domestic Equities
38.4%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.5%
Fixed Income
4.8%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004274  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RELCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$66
1.33%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.33%
AssetsNet $ 290,196,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 258,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$290,196
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $258
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
43.4%
Domestic Equities
38.4%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.5%
Fixed Income
4.8%
Other
(0.1)%
C000027582  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R1
Trading Symbol RELRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R1
$12
0.25%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 12
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.25%
AssetsNet $ 290,196,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 258,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$290,196
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $258
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
43.4%
Domestic Equities
38.4%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.5%
Fixed Income
4.8%
Other
(0.1)%
C000137239  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class R5
Trading Symbol RELVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R5
$37
0.75%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.75%
AssetsNet $ 290,196,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 258,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$290,196
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $258
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
43.4%
Domestic Equities
38.4%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.5%
Fixed Income
4.8%
Other
(0.1)%
C000004276  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Aggressive Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RELSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$16
0.33%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.33%
AssetsNet $ 290,196,000
Holdings Count | Holding 11
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 258,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$290,196
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 11
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $258
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.1)%
Investments in Affiliated Funds
100.1%

Underlying Affiliated Fund Type Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
International Equities
43.4%
Domestic Equities
38.4%
Multi-Asset
8.0%
Alternative
5.5%
Fixed Income
4.8%
Other
(0.1)%
C000143043  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTDAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$45
0.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 45
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.91%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000143044  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTDCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$81
1.66%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 81
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.66%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000148917  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTDTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$25
0.51%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.51%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000166214  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RTDRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$24
0.49%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 24
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.49%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000143046  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTDSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$32
0.66%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.66%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000143047  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor U.S. Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RTDYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$23
0.46%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.46%
AssetsNet $ 351,532,000
Holdings Count | Holding 750
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$351,532
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 750
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
5.4%
Common Stocks
94.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
33.5%
Financial Services
15.9%
Consumer Discretionary
13.2%
Health Care
9.2%
Producer Durables
7.2%
Utilities
4.0%
Consumer Staples
3.9%
Materials and Processing
3.9%
Energy
3.5%
Other
5.7%
C000066902  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Income Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RSQAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$55
1.12%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 55
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.12%
AssetsNet $ 155,505,000
Holdings Count | Holding 274
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 476,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 11.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$155,505
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 274
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $476
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate11%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
4.8%
Common Stocks
94.9%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.1%
Health Care
13.8%
Consumer Staples
10.9%
Producer Durables
9.2%
Technology
8.1%
Utilities
8.1%
Consumer Discretionary
7.7%
Materials and Processing
7.1%
Energy
6.9%
Other
5.1%
C000066903  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Income Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol REQSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$92
1.87%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 92
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.87%
AssetsNet $ 155,505,000
Holdings Count | Holding 274
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 476,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 11.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$155,505
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 274
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $476
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate11%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
4.8%
Common Stocks
94.9%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.1%
Health Care
13.8%
Consumer Staples
10.9%
Producer Durables
9.2%
Technology
8.1%
Utilities
8.1%
Consumer Discretionary
7.7%
Materials and Processing
7.1%
Energy
6.9%
Other
5.1%
C000066904  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Income Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RLISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$41
0.83%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83%
AssetsNet $ 155,505,000
Holdings Count | Holding 274
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 476,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 11.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$155,505
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 274
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $476
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate11%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
4.8%
Common Stocks
94.9%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.1%
Health Care
13.8%
Consumer Staples
10.9%
Producer Durables
9.2%
Technology
8.1%
Utilities
8.1%
Consumer Discretionary
7.7%
Materials and Processing
7.1%
Energy
6.9%
Other
5.1%
C000004295  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Equity Income Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol REAYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$33
0.67%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 33
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.67%
AssetsNet $ 155,505,000
Holdings Count | Holding 274
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 476,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 11.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$155,505
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 274
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $476
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate11%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Short-Term Investments
4.8%
Common Stocks
94.9%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.1%
Health Care
13.8%
Consumer Staples
10.9%
Producer Durables
9.2%
Technology
8.1%
Utilities
8.1%
Consumer Discretionary
7.7%
Materials and Processing
7.1%
Energy
6.9%
Other
5.1%
C000066914  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Sustainable Aware Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol REQAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$63
1.29%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 63
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.29%
AssetsNet $ 154,779,000
Holdings Count | Holding 545
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 467,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 39.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$154,779
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 545
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $467
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate39%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Securities Sold Short
(5.8)%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
101.1%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Financial Services
13.9%
Producer Durables
13.6%
Health Care
13.0%
Consumer Discretionary
12.6%
Consumer Staples
5.2%
Materials and Processing
4.2%
Utilities
1.8%
Energy
1.4%
Other
(1.1)%
C000066915  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Sustainable Aware Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol REQCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$99
2.04%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 99
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.04%
AssetsNet $ 154,779,000
Holdings Count | Holding 545
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 467,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 39.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$154,779
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 545
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $467
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate39%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Securities Sold Short
(5.8)%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
101.1%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Financial Services
13.9%
Producer Durables
13.6%
Health Care
13.0%
Consumer Discretionary
12.6%
Consumer Staples
5.2%
Materials and Processing
4.2%
Utilities
1.8%
Energy
1.4%
Other
(1.1)%
C000066916  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Sustainable Aware Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol REQTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$49
1.00%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 49
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.00%
AssetsNet $ 154,779,000
Holdings Count | Holding 545
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 467,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 39.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$154,779
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 545
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $467
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate39%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Securities Sold Short
(5.8)%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
101.1%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Financial Services
13.9%
Producer Durables
13.6%
Health Care
13.0%
Consumer Discretionary
12.6%
Consumer Staples
5.2%
Materials and Processing
4.2%
Utilities
1.8%
Energy
1.4%
Other
(1.1)%
C000004313  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Sustainable Aware Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol REUYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$41
0.84%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.84%
AssetsNet $ 154,779,000
Holdings Count | Holding 545
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 467,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 39.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$154,779
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 545
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $467
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate39%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Securities Sold Short
(5.8)%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
101.1%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Financial Services
13.9%
Producer Durables
13.6%
Health Care
13.0%
Consumer Discretionary
12.6%
Consumer Staples
5.2%
Materials and Processing
4.2%
Utilities
1.8%
Energy
1.4%
Other
(1.1)%
C000115674  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Strategic Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RSEAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$53
1.09%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 53
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.09%
AssetsNet $ 2,932,481,000
Holdings Count | Holding 504
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,677,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,932,481
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 504
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,677
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.2%
Securities Sold Short
(5.0)%
Short-Term Investments
3.6%
Common Stocks
101.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.6%
Consumer Discretionary
14.9%
Financial Services
13.8%
Health Care
11.7%
Producer Durables
8.3%
Materials and Processing
5.1%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy
3.6%
Utilities
3.4%
Other
(1.2)%
C000115675  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Strategic Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RSECX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$89
1.84%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 89
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.84%
AssetsNet $ 2,932,481,000
Holdings Count | Holding 504
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,677,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,932,481
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 504
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,677
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.2%
Securities Sold Short
(5.0)%
Short-Term Investments
3.6%
Common Stocks
101.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.6%
Consumer Discretionary
14.9%
Financial Services
13.8%
Health Care
11.7%
Producer Durables
8.3%
Materials and Processing
5.1%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy
3.6%
Utilities
3.4%
Other
(1.2)%
C000178405  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Strategic Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RUSTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$36
0.74%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 36
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.74%
AssetsNet $ 2,932,481,000
Holdings Count | Holding 504
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,677,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,932,481
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 504
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,677
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.2%
Securities Sold Short
(5.0)%
Short-Term Investments
3.6%
Common Stocks
101.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.6%
Consumer Discretionary
14.9%
Financial Services
13.8%
Health Care
11.7%
Producer Durables
8.3%
Materials and Processing
5.1%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy
3.6%
Utilities
3.4%
Other
(1.2)%
C000115677  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Strategic Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RSESX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$41
0.84%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.84%
AssetsNet $ 2,932,481,000
Holdings Count | Holding 504
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,677,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,932,481
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 504
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,677
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.2%
Securities Sold Short
(5.0)%
Short-Term Investments
3.6%
Common Stocks
101.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.6%
Consumer Discretionary
14.9%
Financial Services
13.8%
Health Care
11.7%
Producer Durables
8.3%
Materials and Processing
5.1%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy
3.6%
Utilities
3.4%
Other
(1.2)%
C000198621  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Strategic Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RUSPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$32
0.66%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.66%
AssetsNet $ 2,932,481,000
Holdings Count | Holding 504
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,677,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,932,481
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 504
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,677
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.2%
Securities Sold Short
(5.0)%
Short-Term Investments
3.6%
Common Stocks
101.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.6%
Consumer Discretionary
14.9%
Financial Services
13.8%
Health Care
11.7%
Producer Durables
8.3%
Materials and Processing
5.1%
Consumer Staples
4.8%
Energy
3.6%
Utilities
3.4%
Other
(1.2)%
C000066905  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RLACX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$64
1.37%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 64
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.37%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000066906  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RLECX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$99
2.12%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 99
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.12%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000178340  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RUNTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$46
0.98%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 46
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.98%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000166199  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RSCRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$45
0.95%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 45
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.95%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000066907  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RLESX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$51
1.08%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 51
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.08%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000004298  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name U.S. Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol REBYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$43
0.92%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 43
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.92%
AssetsNet $ 600,478,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,161
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,471,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 40.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$600,478
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,161
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,471
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate40%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Securities Sold Short
(3.7)%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
100.0%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.7%
Health Care
19.1%
Producer Durables
15.9%
Technology
12.5%
Consumer Discretionary
10.8%
Materials and Processing
7.8%
Energy
3.9%
Utilities
3.6%
Consumer Staples
2.7%
C000148918  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor International Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTITX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$45
0.87%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 45
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.87%
AssetsNet $ 117,256,000
Holdings Count | Holding 763
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 302,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$117,256
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 763
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $302
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
92.9%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
18.5%
Canada
9.9%
United Kingdom
9.7%
Germany
8.5%
United States
8.0%
France
6.6%
Australia
5.0%
Netherlands
4.1%
Switzerland
3.7%
Sweden
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
15.8%
Other
7.1%
C000166215  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor International Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RTIRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$44
0.84%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 44
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.84%
AssetsNet $ 117,256,000
Holdings Count | Holding 763
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 302,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$117,256
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 763
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $302
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
92.9%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
18.5%
Canada
9.9%
United Kingdom
9.7%
Germany
8.5%
United States
8.0%
France
6.6%
Australia
5.0%
Netherlands
4.1%
Switzerland
3.7%
Sweden
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
15.8%
Other
7.1%
C000143052  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor International Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$53
1.02%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 53
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.02%
AssetsNet $ 117,256,000
Holdings Count | Holding 763
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 302,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$117,256
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 763
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $302
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
92.9%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
18.5%
Canada
9.9%
United Kingdom
9.7%
Germany
8.5%
United States
8.0%
France
6.6%
Australia
5.0%
Netherlands
4.1%
Switzerland
3.7%
Sweden
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
15.8%
Other
7.1%
C000143048  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multifactor International Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RTIYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$43
0.83%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 43
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83%
AssetsNet $ 117,256,000
Holdings Count | Holding 763
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 302,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 16.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$117,256
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 763
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $302
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate16%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
92.9%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
18.5%
Canada
9.9%
United Kingdom
9.7%
Germany
8.5%
United States
8.0%
France
6.6%
Australia
5.0%
Netherlands
4.1%
Switzerland
3.7%
Sweden
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
15.8%
Other
7.1%
C000066910  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name International Developed Markets Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RLNAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$66
1.28%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.28%
AssetsNet $ 1,053,176,000
Holdings Count | Holding 548
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,053,176
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 548
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.8%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
92.0%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
15.8%
United Kingdom
10.2%
United States
10.2%
Germany
8.7%
France
8.1%
Netherlands
4.4%
Canada
3.7%
Switzerland
3.5%
China
3.2%
Italy
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
21.1%
Other
8.0%
C000066908  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name International Developed Markets Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RLNCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$104
2.03%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 104
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.03%
AssetsNet $ 1,053,176,000
Holdings Count | Holding 548
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,053,176
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 548
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.8%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
92.0%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
15.8%
United Kingdom
10.2%
United States
10.2%
Germany
8.7%
France
8.1%
Netherlands
4.4%
Canada
3.7%
Switzerland
3.5%
China
3.2%
Italy
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
21.1%
Other
8.0%
C000178350  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name International Developed Markets Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RNTTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$46
0.89%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 46
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.89%
AssetsNet $ 1,053,176,000
Holdings Count | Holding 548
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,053,176
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 548
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.8%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
92.0%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
15.8%
United Kingdom
10.2%
United States
10.2%
Germany
8.7%
France
8.1%
Netherlands
4.4%
Canada
3.7%
Switzerland
3.5%
China
3.2%
Italy
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
21.1%
Other
8.0%
C000066909  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name International Developed Markets Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RINTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$51
0.99%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 51
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.99%
AssetsNet $ 1,053,176,000
Holdings Count | Holding 548
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,053,176
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 548
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.8%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
92.0%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
15.8%
United Kingdom
10.2%
United States
10.2%
Germany
8.7%
France
8.1%
Netherlands
4.4%
Canada
3.7%
Switzerland
3.5%
China
3.2%
Italy
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
21.1%
Other
8.0%
C000004304  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name International Developed Markets Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RINYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$43
0.83%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 43
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83%
AssetsNet $ 1,053,176,000
Holdings Count | Holding 548
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,590,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,053,176
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 548
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,590
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate14%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.8%
Short-Term Investments
4.6%
Common Stocks
92.0%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
15.8%
United Kingdom
10.2%
United States
10.2%
Germany
8.7%
France
8.1%
Netherlands
4.4%
Canada
3.7%
Switzerland
3.5%
China
3.2%
Italy
3.1%
Other Common Stocks
21.1%
Other
8.0%
C000042371  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RGEAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$61
1.23%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 61
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.23%
AssetsNet $ 1,884,843,000
Holdings Count | Holding 637
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 6,907,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,884,843
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 637
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $6,907
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.5%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
91.2%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
51.8%
Japan
6.9%
United Kingdom
4.9%
France
4.2%
Germany
3.0%
Netherlands
2.6%
Taiwan
2.0%
Canada
1.7%
China
1.3%
Hong Kong
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
11.5%
Other
8.8%
C000042372  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RGECX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$98
1.98%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 98
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.98%
AssetsNet $ 1,884,843,000
Holdings Count | Holding 637
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 6,907,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,884,843
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 637
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $6,907
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.5%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
91.2%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
51.8%
Japan
6.9%
United Kingdom
4.9%
France
4.2%
Germany
3.0%
Netherlands
2.6%
Taiwan
2.0%
Canada
1.7%
China
1.3%
Hong Kong
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
11.5%
Other
8.8%
C000178375  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RGDTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$44
0.88%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 44
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.88%
AssetsNet $ 1,884,843,000
Holdings Count | Holding 637
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 6,907,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,884,843
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 637
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $6,907
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.5%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
91.2%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
51.8%
Japan
6.9%
United Kingdom
4.9%
France
4.2%
Germany
3.0%
Netherlands
2.6%
Taiwan
2.0%
Canada
1.7%
China
1.3%
Hong Kong
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
11.5%
Other
8.8%
C000042374  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RGESX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$49
0.98%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 49
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.98%
AssetsNet $ 1,884,843,000
Holdings Count | Holding 637
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 6,907,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,884,843
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 637
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $6,907
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.5%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
91.2%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
51.8%
Japan
6.9%
United Kingdom
4.9%
France
4.2%
Germany
3.0%
Netherlands
2.6%
Taiwan
2.0%
Canada
1.7%
China
1.3%
Hong Kong
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
11.5%
Other
8.8%
C000066919  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Equity Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RLGYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$39
0.78%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 39
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.78%
AssetsNet $ 1,884,843,000
Holdings Count | Holding 637
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 6,907,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,884,843
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 637
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $6,907
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.5%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
91.2%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
51.8%
Japan
6.9%
United Kingdom
4.9%
France
4.2%
Germany
3.0%
Netherlands
2.6%
Taiwan
2.0%
Canada
1.7%
China
1.3%
Hong Kong
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
11.5%
Other
8.8%
C000043464  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol REMAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$72
1.45%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 72
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.45%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000004231  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol REMCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$110
2.20%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 110
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.20%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000178285  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RMMTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$55
1.10%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 55
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.10%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000166195  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol REGRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$53
1.05%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 53
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.05%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000004230  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol REMSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$60
1.20%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 60
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.20%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000066900  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Emerging Markets Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol REMYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$51
1.02%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 51
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.02%
AssetsNet $ 730,582,000
Holdings Count | Holding 501
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,402,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 33.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$730,582
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 501
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,402
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate33%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.0%
Short-Term Investments
3.4%
Common Stocks
95.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
China
28.6%
India
15.5%
Taiwan
13.0%
South Korea
10.1%
Brazil
5.6%
Saudi Arabia
2.7%
South Africa
2.6%
Thailand
1.9%
United Arab Emirates
1.8%
Mexico
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
12.2%
Other
4.7%
C000089689  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Large Cap Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTLAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$56
1.16%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 56
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.16%
AssetsNet $ 9,173,066,000
Holdings Count | Holding 381
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 30,113,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 17.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$9,173,066
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 381
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $30,113
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate17%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Short-Term Investments
1.6%
Common Stocks
98.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Consumer Discretionary
14.6%
Financial Services
14.0%
Health Care
11.0%
Producer Durables
7.4%
Utilities
4.6%
Consumer Staples
4.4%
Materials and Processing
3.7%
Energy
3.2%
Other
1.7%
C000004234  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Large Cap Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$93
1.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 93
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.91%
AssetsNet $ 9,173,066,000
Holdings Count | Holding 381
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 30,113,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 17.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$9,173,066
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 381
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $30,113
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate17%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Short-Term Investments
1.6%
Common Stocks
98.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Consumer Discretionary
14.6%
Financial Services
14.0%
Health Care
11.0%
Producer Durables
7.4%
Utilities
4.6%
Consumer Staples
4.4%
Materials and Processing
3.7%
Energy
3.2%
Other
1.7%
C000178286  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Large Cap Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTMTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$39
0.81%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 39
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.81%
AssetsNet $ 9,173,066,000
Holdings Count | Holding 381
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 30,113,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 17.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$9,173,066
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 381
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $30,113
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate17%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Short-Term Investments
1.6%
Common Stocks
98.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Consumer Discretionary
14.6%
Financial Services
14.0%
Health Care
11.0%
Producer Durables
7.4%
Utilities
4.6%
Consumer Staples
4.4%
Materials and Processing
3.7%
Energy
3.2%
Other
1.7%
C000004233  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Large Cap Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RETSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$44
0.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 44
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.91%
AssetsNet $ 9,173,066,000
Holdings Count | Holding 381
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 30,113,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 17.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$9,173,066
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 381
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $30,113
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate17%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.1%
Short-Term Investments
1.6%
Common Stocks
98.3%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Technology
35.4%
Consumer Discretionary
14.6%
Financial Services
14.0%
Health Care
11.0%
Producer Durables
7.4%
Utilities
4.6%
Consumer Staples
4.4%
Materials and Processing
3.7%
Energy
3.2%
Other
1.7%
C000089690  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Mid & Small Cap Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTSAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$69
1.49%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 69
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.49%
AssetsNet $ 1,482,026,000
Holdings Count | Holding 822
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 7,828,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 29.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,482,026
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 822
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $7,828
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate29%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
2.9%
Common Stocks
96.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.2%
Producer Durables
16.3%
Health Care
13.5%
Technology
12.6%
Consumer Discretionary
11.9%
Materials and Processing
10.4%
Consumer Staples
3.3%
Utilities
3.0%
Energy
2.5%
Other
3.3%
C000004237  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Mid & Small Cap Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTSCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$103
2.21%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 103
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.21%
AssetsNet $ 1,482,026,000
Holdings Count | Holding 822
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 7,828,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 29.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,482,026
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 822
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $7,828
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate29%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
2.9%
Common Stocks
96.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.2%
Producer Durables
16.3%
Health Care
13.5%
Technology
12.6%
Consumer Discretionary
11.9%
Materials and Processing
10.4%
Consumer Staples
3.3%
Utilities
3.0%
Energy
2.5%
Other
3.3%
C000178295  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Mid & Small Cap Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTOUX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$52
1.11%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 52
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.11%
AssetsNet $ 1,482,026,000
Holdings Count | Holding 822
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 7,828,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 29.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,482,026
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 822
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $7,828
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate29%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
2.9%
Common Stocks
96.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.2%
Producer Durables
16.3%
Health Care
13.5%
Technology
12.6%
Consumer Discretionary
11.9%
Materials and Processing
10.4%
Consumer Staples
3.3%
Utilities
3.0%
Energy
2.5%
Other
3.3%
C000004236  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed U.S. Mid & Small Cap Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTSSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$56
1.21%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 56
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.21%
AssetsNet $ 1,482,026,000
Holdings Count | Holding 822
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 7,828,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 29.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,482,026
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 822
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $7,828
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate29%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Short-Term Investments
2.9%
Common Stocks
96.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
23.2%
Producer Durables
16.3%
Health Care
13.5%
Technology
12.6%
Consumer Discretionary
11.9%
Materials and Processing
10.4%
Consumer Staples
3.3%
Utilities
3.0%
Energy
2.5%
Other
3.3%
C000152720  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed International Equity Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTNAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$66
1.29%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.29%
AssetsNet $ 4,340,056,000
Holdings Count | Holding 929
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 16,589,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$4,340,056
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 929
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $16,589
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.7%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
93.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
11.3%
China
10.6%
United States
7.9%
United Kingdom
7.2%
Germany
6.8%
France
6.3%
India
5.3%
Taiwan
4.6%
Netherlands
3.4%
Canada
3.3%
Other Common Stocks
26.6%
Other
6.7%
C000152721  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed International Equity Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTNCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$104
2.04%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 104
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.04%
AssetsNet $ 4,340,056,000
Holdings Count | Holding 929
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 16,589,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$4,340,056
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 929
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $16,589
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.7%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
93.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
11.3%
China
10.6%
United States
7.9%
United Kingdom
7.2%
Germany
6.8%
France
6.3%
India
5.3%
Taiwan
4.6%
Netherlands
3.4%
Canada
3.3%
Other Common Stocks
26.6%
Other
6.7%
C000178423  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed International Equity Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTIUX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$48
0.94%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 48
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.94%
AssetsNet $ 4,340,056,000
Holdings Count | Holding 929
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 16,589,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$4,340,056
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 929
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $16,589
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.7%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
93.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
11.3%
China
10.6%
United States
7.9%
United Kingdom
7.2%
Germany
6.8%
France
6.3%
India
5.3%
Taiwan
4.6%
Netherlands
3.4%
Canada
3.3%
Other Common Stocks
26.6%
Other
6.7%
C000152723  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed International Equity Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTNSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$53
1.04%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 53
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.04%
AssetsNet $ 4,340,056,000
Holdings Count | Holding 929
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 16,589,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 13.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$4,340,056
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 929
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $16,589
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate13%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.7%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Common Stocks
93.3%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Japan
11.3%
China
10.6%
United States
7.9%
United Kingdom
7.2%
Germany
6.8%
France
6.3%
India
5.3%
Taiwan
4.6%
Netherlands
3.4%
Canada
3.3%
Other Common Stocks
26.6%
Other
6.7%
C000210287  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed Real Assets Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTXAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$65
1.34%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 65
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.34%
AssetsNet $ 1,029,038,000
Holdings Count | Holding 402
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 4,392,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,029,038
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 402
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $4,392
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Preferred Stocks
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Common Stocks
95.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
63.3%
Australia
4.5%
Canada
3.7%
France
3.3%
Mexico
2.8%
Spain
1.9%
Brazil
1.7%
United Kingdom
1.6%
China
1.5%
Argentina
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
10.1%
Other
4.3%
C000210288  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed Real Assets Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTXCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$101
2.09%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 101
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.09%
AssetsNet $ 1,029,038,000
Holdings Count | Holding 402
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 4,392,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,029,038
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 402
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $4,392
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Preferred Stocks
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Common Stocks
95.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
63.3%
Australia
4.5%
Canada
3.7%
France
3.3%
Mexico
2.8%
Spain
1.9%
Brazil
1.7%
United Kingdom
1.6%
China
1.5%
Argentina
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
10.1%
Other
4.3%
C000210291  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed Real Assets Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RTXMX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$48
0.99%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 48
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.99%
AssetsNet $ 1,029,038,000
Holdings Count | Holding 402
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 4,392,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,029,038
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 402
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $4,392
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Preferred Stocks
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Common Stocks
95.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
63.3%
Australia
4.5%
Canada
3.7%
France
3.3%
Mexico
2.8%
Spain
1.9%
Brazil
1.7%
United Kingdom
1.6%
China
1.5%
Argentina
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
10.1%
Other
4.3%
C000210293  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Managed Real Assets Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTXSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$53
1.09%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 53
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.09%
AssetsNet $ 1,029,038,000
Holdings Count | Holding 402
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 4,392,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 25.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,029,038
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 402
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $4,392
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate25%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.4%
Preferred Stocks
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Common Stocks
95.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
63.3%
Australia
4.5%
Canada
3.7%
France
3.3%
Mexico
2.8%
Spain
1.9%
Brazil
1.7%
United Kingdom
1.6%
China
1.5%
Argentina
1.3%
Other Common Stocks
10.1%
Other
4.3%
C000089840  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Opportunistic Credit Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RGCAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$50
1.00%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 50
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.00%
AssetsNet $ 485,862,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,361,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$485,862
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,361
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate31%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.5%
Common Stocks
1.3%
Short-Term Investments
6.8%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
89.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
30.5%
International Debt
30.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.2%
Non-US Bonds
11.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
3.7%
Other
10.6%
C000089841  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Opportunistic Credit Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RGCCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$88
1.75%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 88
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.75%
AssetsNet $ 485,862,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,361,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$485,862
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,361
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate31%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.5%
Common Stocks
1.3%
Short-Term Investments
6.8%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
89.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
30.5%
International Debt
30.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.2%
Non-US Bonds
11.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
3.7%
Other
10.6%
C000178390  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Opportunistic Credit Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RGOTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$35
0.70%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 35
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.70%
AssetsNet $ 485,862,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,361,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$485,862
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,361
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate31%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.5%
Common Stocks
1.3%
Short-Term Investments
6.8%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
89.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
30.5%
International Debt
30.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.2%
Non-US Bonds
11.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
3.7%
Other
10.6%
C000089843  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Opportunistic Credit Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RGCSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$38
0.75%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 38
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.75%
AssetsNet $ 485,862,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,361,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$485,862
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,361
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate31%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.5%
Common Stocks
1.3%
Short-Term Investments
6.8%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
89.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
30.5%
International Debt
30.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.2%
Non-US Bonds
11.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
3.7%
Other
10.6%
C000089839  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Opportunistic Credit Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RGCYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$34
0.67%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 34
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.67%
AssetsNet $ 485,862,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,361,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$485,862
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,361
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate31%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
2.5%
Common Stocks
1.3%
Short-Term Investments
6.8%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
89.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
30.5%
International Debt
30.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.2%
Non-US Bonds
11.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
3.7%
Other
10.6%
C000192625  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Long Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RMHTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$17
0.35%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 17
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.35%
AssetsNet $ 401,011,000
Holdings Count | Holding 247
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 286,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$401,011
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 247
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $286
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.5%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
94.8%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States Government Treasuries
71.3%
United States Government Agencies
16.6%
Municipal Bonds
6.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
0.1%
Other
5.2%
C000192624  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Long Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RMHSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$25
0.50%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.50%
AssetsNet $ 401,011,000
Holdings Count | Holding 247
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 286,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$401,011
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 247
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $286
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.5%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
94.8%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States Government Treasuries
71.3%
United States Government Agencies
16.6%
Municipal Bonds
6.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
0.1%
Other
5.2%
C000192626  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Long Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RMHYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$15
0.30%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 15
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30%
AssetsNet $ 401,011,000
Holdings Count | Holding 247
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 286,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$401,011
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 247
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $286
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.5%
Short-Term Investments
3.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
94.8%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States Government Treasuries
71.3%
United States Government Agencies
16.6%
Municipal Bonds
6.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
0.1%
Other
5.2%
C000066911  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RFDAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$42
0.83%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 42
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000066912  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RFCCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$79
1.58%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 79
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.58%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000178355  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RSYTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$23
0.46%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.46%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000166202  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RSBRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$23
0.45%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.45%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000066913  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RFCTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$28
0.56%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 28
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.56%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000004307  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Strategic Bond Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RFCYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$21
0.42%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 21
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.42%
AssetsNet $ 1,945,907,000
Holdings Count | Holding 976
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 3,839,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 32.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$1,945,907
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 976
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $3,839
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate32%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(0.3)%
Short-Term Investments
15.9%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
84.4%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Mortgage-Backed Securities
26.2%
Corporate Bonds and Notes
25.3%
International Debt
14.6%
United States Government Treasuries
7.1%
Non-US Bonds
6.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.5%
Other
15.6%
C000089691  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RFAAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$40
0.80%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 40
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.80%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000053055  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RFACX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$78
1.55%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 78
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.55%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000178345  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RIWTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$21
0.41%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 21
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.41%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000166200  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RIGRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$19
0.38%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 19
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.38%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000053056  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RFATX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$26
0.51%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 26
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.51%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000004301  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Investment Grade Bond Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RFAYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$18
0.35%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 18
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.35%
AssetsNet $ 966,889,000
Holdings Count | Holding 798
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,215,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 45.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$966,889
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 798
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,215
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate45%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
(2.8)%
Short-Term Investments
10.6%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
92.2%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
27.0%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
24.2%
United States Government Treasuries
24.2%
International Debt
12.2%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.1%
Non-US Bonds
0.4%
Municipal Bonds
0.1%
Other
7.8%
C000043470  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RSBTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$40
0.79%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 40
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.79%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000004337  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RSBCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$77
1.54%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 77
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.54%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000178370  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RSDTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$25
0.49%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.49%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000166204  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RDBRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$25
0.49%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.49%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000004336  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RFBSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$27
0.54%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 27
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.54%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000066918  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Short Duration Bond Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RSBYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$23
0.46%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.46%
AssetsNet $ 419,000,000
Holdings Count | Holding 572
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 761,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$419,000
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 572
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $761
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate53%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Short-Term Investments
9.4%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
90.6%

Long-Term Fixed Income Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Corporate Bonds and Notes
39.2%
Mortgage-Backed Securities
15.4%
International Debt
14.0%
Asset-Backed Securities
12.5%
United States Government Treasuries
9.1%
Municipal Bonds
0.4%
Other
9.4%
C000155368  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt High Yield Bond Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTHAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$44
0.89%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 44
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.89%
AssetsNet $ 2,132,228,000
Holdings Count | Holding 2,860
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 5,036,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,132,228
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 2,860
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $5,036
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
96.1%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Florida
10.8%
California
8.1%
New York
7.6%
Puerto Rico
7.4%
Illinois
7.4%
Texas
6.1%
Pennsylvania
4.6%
Ohio
4.6%
New Jersey
3.6%
Colorado
3.5%
Other
36.3%
C000155369  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt High Yield Bond Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTHCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$81
1.64%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 81
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.64%
AssetsNet $ 2,132,228,000
Holdings Count | Holding 2,860
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 5,036,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,132,228
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 2,860
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $5,036
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
96.1%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Florida
10.8%
California
8.1%
New York
7.6%
Puerto Rico
7.4%
Illinois
7.4%
Texas
6.1%
Pennsylvania
4.6%
Ohio
4.6%
New Jersey
3.6%
Colorado
3.5%
Other
36.3%
C000178433  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt High Yield Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RHYTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$27
0.54%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 27
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.54%
AssetsNet $ 2,132,228,000
Holdings Count | Holding 2,860
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 5,036,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,132,228
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 2,860
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $5,036
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
96.1%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Florida
10.8%
California
8.1%
New York
7.6%
Puerto Rico
7.4%
Illinois
7.4%
Texas
6.1%
Pennsylvania
4.6%
Ohio
4.6%
New Jersey
3.6%
Colorado
3.5%
Other
36.3%
C000155371  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt High Yield Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RTHSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$30
0.61%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 30
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.61%
AssetsNet $ 2,132,228,000
Holdings Count | Holding 2,860
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 5,036,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 12.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$2,132,228
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 2,860
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $5,036
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate12%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.2%
Short-Term Investments
2.7%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
96.1%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Florida
10.8%
California
8.1%
New York
7.6%
Puerto Rico
7.4%
Illinois
7.4%
Texas
6.1%
Pennsylvania
4.6%
Ohio
4.6%
New Jersey
3.6%
Colorado
3.5%
Other
36.3%
C000089692  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RTEAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$40
0.80%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 40
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.80%
AssetsNet $ 5,773,422,000
Holdings Count | Holding 3,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,670,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$5,773,422
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 3,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,670
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.0%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
99.0%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Illinois
10.6%
Texas
9.6%
New York
8.5%
California
8.2%
Florida
6.0%
Alabama
4.1%
Georgia
3.5%
Puerto Rico
3.3%
Pennsylvania
3.3%
New Jersey
3.0%
Other
39.9%
C000004331  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RTECX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$75
1.51%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 75
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.51%
AssetsNet $ 5,773,422,000
Holdings Count | Holding 3,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,670,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$5,773,422
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 3,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,670
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.0%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
99.0%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Illinois
10.6%
Texas
9.6%
New York
8.5%
California
8.2%
Florida
6.0%
Alabama
4.1%
Georgia
3.5%
Puerto Rico
3.3%
Pennsylvania
3.3%
New Jersey
3.0%
Other
39.9%
C000178365  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RBCUX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$20
0.41%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 20
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.41%
AssetsNet $ 5,773,422,000
Holdings Count | Holding 3,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,670,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$5,773,422
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 3,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,670
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.0%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
99.0%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Illinois
10.6%
Texas
9.6%
New York
8.5%
California
8.2%
Florida
6.0%
Alabama
4.1%
Georgia
3.5%
Puerto Rico
3.3%
Pennsylvania
3.3%
New Jersey
3.0%
Other
39.9%
C000004330  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RLVSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$25
0.51%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.51%
AssetsNet $ 5,773,422,000
Holdings Count | Holding 3,390
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 8,670,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 27.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$5,773,422
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 3,390
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $8,670
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate27%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
1.0%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
99.0%

State Exposure

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Illinois
10.6%
Texas
9.6%
New York
8.5%
California
8.2%
Florida
6.0%
Alabama
4.1%
Georgia
3.5%
Puerto Rico
3.3%
Pennsylvania
3.3%
New Jersey
3.0%
Other
39.9%
C000089834  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Infrastructure Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RGIAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$65
1.26%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 65
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.26%
AssetsNet $ 349,079,000
Holdings Count | Holding 142
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,435,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 37.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$349,079
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 142
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,435
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate37%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
94.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
40.8%
Australia
7.2%
Mexico
7.0%
France
7.0%
Canada
6.6%
Spain
6.3%
United Kingdom
4.9%
Italy
2.9%
China
2.2%
Germany
2.1%
Other Common Stocks
7.7%
Other
5.3%
C000089835  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Infrastructure Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RGCIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$103
2.01%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 103
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.01%
AssetsNet $ 349,079,000
Holdings Count | Holding 142
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,435,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 37.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$349,079
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 142
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,435
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate37%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
94.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
40.8%
Australia
7.2%
Mexico
7.0%
France
7.0%
Canada
6.6%
Spain
6.3%
United Kingdom
4.9%
Italy
2.9%
China
2.2%
Germany
2.1%
Other Common Stocks
7.7%
Other
5.3%
C000178385  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Infrastructure Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RGFTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$47
0.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 47
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.91%
AssetsNet $ 349,079,000
Holdings Count | Holding 142
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,435,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 37.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$349,079
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 142
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,435
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate37%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
94.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
40.8%
Australia
7.2%
Mexico
7.0%
France
7.0%
Canada
6.6%
Spain
6.3%
United Kingdom
4.9%
Italy
2.9%
China
2.2%
Germany
2.1%
Other Common Stocks
7.7%
Other
5.3%
C000089837  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Infrastructure Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RGISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$52
1.01%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 52
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.01%
AssetsNet $ 349,079,000
Holdings Count | Holding 142
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,435,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 37.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$349,079
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 142
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,435
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate37%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
94.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
40.8%
Australia
7.2%
Mexico
7.0%
France
7.0%
Canada
6.6%
Spain
6.3%
United Kingdom
4.9%
Italy
2.9%
China
2.2%
Germany
2.1%
Other Common Stocks
7.7%
Other
5.3%
C000089838  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Infrastructure Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RGIYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$43
0.83%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 43
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83%
AssetsNet $ 349,079,000
Holdings Count | Holding 142
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,435,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 37.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$349,079
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 142
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,435
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate37%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
4.4%
Common Stocks
94.7%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
40.8%
Australia
7.2%
Mexico
7.0%
France
7.0%
Canada
6.6%
Spain
6.3%
United Kingdom
4.9%
Italy
2.9%
China
2.2%
Germany
2.1%
Other Common Stocks
7.7%
Other
5.3%
C000043465  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RREAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$66
1.36%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.36%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000004270  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RRSCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$103
2.11%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 103
Expense Ratio, Percent 2.11%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000178325  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RETTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$49
1.01%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 49
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.01%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000166197  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class R6
Trading Symbol RRSRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class R6
$46
0.94%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 46
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.94%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000004269  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RRESX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$54
1.11%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 54
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.11%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000066901  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Global Real Estate Securities Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RREYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$44
0.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 44
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.91%
AssetsNet $ 365,184,000
Holdings Count | Holding 134
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 1,514,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 35.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$365,184
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 134
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $1,514
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate35%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
0.9%
Short-Term Investments
5.5%
Common Stocks
93.6%

Country Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
United States
59.7%
Japan
9.3%
Australia
5.3%
United Kingdom
4.0%
Singapore
2.9%
Hong Kong
2.6%
Germany
2.4%
France
2.4%
Sweden
1.5%
Canada
1.1%
Other Common Stocks
2.4%
Other
6.4%
C000152724  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Strategy Income Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RMYAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$52
1.05%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 52
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.05%
AssetsNet $ 283,328,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,491
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 772,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 44.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$283,328
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,491
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $772
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate44%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.3%
Investments in Other Funds
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.4%
Short-Term Investments
7.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
35.1%
Common Stocks
52.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
15.0%
Technology
8.8%
Producer Durables
7.1%
Consumer Discretionary
6.5%
Health Care
4.1%
Materials and Processing
3.6%
Utilities
3.3%
Consumer Staples
2.6%
Energy
1.7%
Other
47.3%
C000152725  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Strategy Income Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RMYCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$90
1.80%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 90
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.80%
AssetsNet $ 283,328,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,491
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 772,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 44.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$283,328
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,491
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $772
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate44%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.3%
Investments in Other Funds
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.4%
Short-Term Investments
7.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
35.1%
Common Stocks
52.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
15.0%
Technology
8.8%
Producer Durables
7.1%
Consumer Discretionary
6.5%
Health Care
4.1%
Materials and Processing
3.6%
Utilities
3.3%
Consumer Staples
2.6%
Energy
1.7%
Other
47.3%
C000178428  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Strategy Income Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RGYTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$35
0.70%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 35
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.70%
AssetsNet $ 283,328,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,491
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 772,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 44.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$283,328
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,491
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $772
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate44%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.3%
Investments in Other Funds
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.4%
Short-Term Investments
7.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
35.1%
Common Stocks
52.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
15.0%
Technology
8.8%
Producer Durables
7.1%
Consumer Discretionary
6.5%
Health Care
4.1%
Materials and Processing
3.6%
Utilities
3.3%
Consumer Staples
2.6%
Energy
1.7%
Other
47.3%
C000152727  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Strategy Income Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RMYSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$40
0.80%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 40
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.80%
AssetsNet $ 283,328,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,491
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 772,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 44.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$283,328
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,491
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $772
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate44%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.3%
Investments in Other Funds
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.4%
Short-Term Investments
7.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
35.1%
Common Stocks
52.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
15.0%
Technology
8.8%
Producer Durables
7.1%
Consumer Discretionary
6.5%
Health Care
4.1%
Materials and Processing
3.6%
Utilities
3.3%
Consumer Staples
2.6%
Energy
1.7%
Other
47.3%
C000152728  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Strategy Income Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RMYYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$30
0.60%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 30
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.60%
AssetsNet $ 283,328,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,491
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 772,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 44.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$283,328
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,491
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $772
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate44%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.3%
Investments in Other Funds
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
1.4%
Short-Term Investments
7.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
35.1%
Common Stocks
52.7%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
15.0%
Technology
8.8%
Producer Durables
7.1%
Consumer Discretionary
6.5%
Health Care
4.1%
Materials and Processing
3.6%
Utilities
3.3%
Consumer Staples
2.6%
Energy
1.7%
Other
47.3%
C000174738  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Asset Strategy Fund
Class Name Class A
Trading Symbol RAZAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class A
$58
1.16%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 58
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.16%
AssetsNet $ 555,222,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,266
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,040,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 47.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$555,222
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,266
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,040
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate47%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Short-Term Investments
5.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
21.8%
Common Stocks
69.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
17.7%
Technology
12.7%
Consumer Discretionary
9.3%
Producer Durables
7.7%
Health Care
6.2%
Materials and Processing
5.4%
Utilities
4.8%
Consumer Staples
3.2%
Energy
2.2%
Other
30.8%
C000174739  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Asset Strategy Fund
Class Name Class C
Trading Symbol RAZCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class C
$95
1.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 95
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.91%
AssetsNet $ 555,222,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,266
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,040,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 47.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$555,222
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,266
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,040
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate47%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Short-Term Investments
5.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
21.8%
Common Stocks
69.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
17.7%
Technology
12.7%
Consumer Discretionary
9.3%
Producer Durables
7.7%
Health Care
6.2%
Materials and Processing
5.4%
Utilities
4.8%
Consumer Staples
3.2%
Energy
2.2%
Other
30.8%
C000178443  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Asset Strategy Fund
Class Name Class M
Trading Symbol RMATX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class M
$41
0.81%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.81%
AssetsNet $ 555,222,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,266
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,040,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 47.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$555,222
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,266
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,040
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate47%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Short-Term Investments
5.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
21.8%
Common Stocks
69.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
17.7%
Technology
12.7%
Consumer Discretionary
9.3%
Producer Durables
7.7%
Health Care
6.2%
Materials and Processing
5.4%
Utilities
4.8%
Consumer Staples
3.2%
Energy
2.2%
Other
30.8%
C000174742  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Asset Strategy Fund
Class Name Class S
Trading Symbol RMGSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class S
$46
0.91%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 46
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.91%
AssetsNet $ 555,222,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,266
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,040,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 47.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$555,222
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,266
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,040
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate47%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Short-Term Investments
5.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
21.8%
Common Stocks
69.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
17.7%
Technology
12.7%
Consumer Discretionary
9.3%
Producer Durables
7.7%
Health Care
6.2%
Materials and Processing
5.4%
Utilities
4.8%
Consumer Staples
3.2%
Energy
2.2%
Other
30.8%
C000174743  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Multi-Asset Strategy Fund
Class Name Class Y
Trading Symbol RMGYX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] Semi-Annual Shareholder Report
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information about the Fund at https://connect.rightprospectus.com/russellinvestments. You can also request this information by contacting us at 1-800-787-7354.
Additional Information Phone Number 1-800-787-7354
Expenses [Text Block]

What were the Fund costs for the last six months?

(based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment) 

Class Name
Costs of $10,000 Investment
Costs Paid as % of $10,000 Investment
Class Y
$36
0.71%
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 36
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.71%
AssetsNet $ 555,222,000
Holdings Count | Holding 1,266
Advisory Fees Paid, Amount $ 2,040,000
InvestmentCompanyPortfolioTurnover 47.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]

Key Fund Statistics

  • Net Assets (thousands)$555,222
  • Total Number of Portfolio Holdings 1,266
  • Total Advisory Fees Paid (thousands) $2,040
  • Portfolio Turnover Rate47%
Holdings [Text Block]

Asset Type Exposure

Group By Asset Type Chart
Value
Value
Other
3.6%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Short-Term Investments
5.2%
Long-Term Fixed Income Investments
21.8%
Common Stocks
69.2%

Sector Exposure - Common Stocks

(% of Net Assets) 

Group By Sector Chart
Value
Value
Financial Services
17.7%
Technology
12.7%
Consumer Discretionary
9.3%
Producer Durables
7.7%
Health Care
6.2%
Materials and Processing
5.4%
Utilities
4.8%
Consumer Staples
3.2%
Energy
2.2%
Other
30.8%