Taurus 445
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 1995
Also known as: M445
Overview
The Taurus 445 is a medium-frame revolver chambered in .44 Special, manufactured by Taurus since 1995.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 793 g (28.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 178 mm (7.01") |
| Barrel Length | 51 mm (2.01") |
| 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 | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 230 m/s (755 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 421 J (311 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1900 m (2078 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Matte Stainless |
Calibers
- .44 Special · primary — also known as .44 S&W Special, .44 Spl
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Fixed Sights, Rubber Grips, Ported Barrel, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Exposed Hammer
Variants
- Taurus 445 Total Titanium — Lightweight
- Taurus 445 Ultra-Lite — Lightweight
Production
Production years: 1995-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The .44 Special cartridge provides excellent stopping power with manageable recoil, making the 445 popular for concealed carry. The ported barrel further reduces muzzle flip.
Background
The Taurus Model 44 brought .44 Magnum revolver ownership within reach of everyday shooters, offering the same cartridge made famous by Dirty Harry at a fraction of the S&W Model 29's price.