Taurus International · Pistol · In Production · 2007
| Weight (empty) | 1134 g (40.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 138 mm (5.43") |
| Width | 38 mm (1.50") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 260 m/s (853 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 477 J (352 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: .45 ACP
The Taurus 1911 is a full-size, all-steel, single-action semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP, built on the classic John Browning 1911 platform. Introduced around 2007, Taurus's entry into the 1911 market was originally designated the PT1911 and offered a budget-friendly alternative to premium 1911 manufacturers while maintaining many desirable features. The full-size model features a 5-inch barrel with a 1:16 twist rate and 6-groove rifling, Novak-style low-profile drift-adjustable sights...
Country of Origin: Brazil
Designer: John Moses Browning (original design)