Taurus TX22

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Taurus TX22
TX22 with an aftermarket laser sight
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originUnited States
Production history
ManufacturerTaurus Armas
Specifications
Mass17.3 ounces (unloaded)
Length7.06 inches
Barrel length4.10 inches
Width1.25 inches
Height5.44 inches

Cartridge.22 Long Rifle
Caliber5.59 mm
ActionBlowback
Feed system16-round detachable box magazine
SightsAdjustable open sights

The Taurus TX22 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered for .22 Long Rifle (5.59 mm Caliber) rimfire ammunition. It is manufactured in Bainbridge, Georgia by Taurus Armas' American division, Taurus USA.


Features[edit]

The TX22 features an anodized aluminum slide and polymer frame with an external manual safety, in addition to a trigger safety and striker block safety. An adapter collar is included to allow the use of a suppressor with an external thread of 1/2-28 inches. The barrel is 4.10 inches, has a twist rate of 1:16, and is six grooved. The trigger is single action only, and the frame features a Picatinny rail.

Numerous variants are available with compact frames, varying slide and barrel configurations among other differences.

Reception[edit]

In 2019, the TX22 was awarded the title of "Handgun of the Year" by Guns and Ammo magazine.[1][2]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "TaurusTX 22". www.taurususa.com. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
  2. ^ Staff, Guns & Ammo (22 January 2020). "Taurus TX22 .22 LR – 2019 Handgun of the Year". Guns and Ammo. Retrieved 27 May 2024.