Taurus 1911 Officer
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: PT-1911 Officer
Overview
The Taurus 1911 Officer is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP. The single-action trigger provides a crisp, short pull that rewards careful marksmanship, making this pistol particularly well-suited for target shooting and situations where shot placement precision is paramount. With a 3.5-inch barrel, this pistol strikes the ideal balance between concealability and ballistic performance, extracting near-optimal velocity from the .45 ACP cartridge while remaining easily holstered for everyday carry. The carbon steel frame provides a solid, confidence-inspiring platform with the mass to help dampen felt recoil during rapid fire strings.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 936 g (33.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 184 mm (7.24") |
| Barrel Length | 89 mm (3.50") |
| Height | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Width | 33 mm (1.30") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Single Action Only |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 260 m/s (853 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 477 J (352 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel |
| Slide Material | Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .45 ACP · primary — also known as .45 Auto, 11.43x23mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Grip Safety, Manual Thumb Safety, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Novak Sights, Beavertail Grip Safety, Extended Controls, Compact Frame, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator
Production
Current production model
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The Officer frame represents the most compact traditional 1911 configuration, with both shortened slide and grip. Reduced capacity (6 rounds vs 7-8 in larger frames) is the tradeoff for enhanced concealability.
Background
The Officer's Model 1911 was introduced by Colt in 1985 as the most compact production 1911 variant, featuring both shortened slide and grip for maximum concealability while retaining the .45 ACP chambering.