Taurus 218 Raging Bee
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 2002
Also known as: Taurus 218 RAGING BEE
Overview
The Taurus 218 Raging Bee is a large-frame revolver chambered in .218 Bee, manufactured by Taurus since 2002. The 5.0-inch barrel provides excellent accuracy potential for target shooting and hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1700 g (60.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 267 mm (10.51") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 117 mm (4.61") |
| Width | 35 mm (1.38") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1100 m/s (3609 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1770 J (1305 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 2500 m (2734 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Matte Stainless |
Calibers
- .218 Bee · primary — also known as .218 Bee, 5.7x34mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Adjustable Rear Sight, Ported Barrel, Rubber Grips, Full Underlug, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Variants
- Taurus 21T Tracker — Tracker
Production
Production years: 2002-2007
Limited production run
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2007
Notes
The 218 Raging Bee was a limited production model, discontinued around 2007. The .218 Bee cartridge was originally introduced by Winchester in 1937 for use in lever-action rifles. The Raging Bee's heavy frame and ported barrel helped manage the high-pressure rifle cartridge.
Background
Taurus's revolver manufacturing expertise traces back to their acquisition of the Smith & Wesson factory in Brazil, giving them access to decades of refined revolver-building knowledge that continues to influence their designs today.