Taurus 445 Total Titanium
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 1998
Also known as: Taurus 445 TOTAL TITANIUM
Overview
The Taurus 445 Total Titanium is a compact revolver chambered in .44 Special, manufactured by Taurus since 1998.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 510 g (18.0 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 | Titanium Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Titanium Alloy |
| Finish | Titanium |
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, Lightweight Frame, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Exposed Hammer
Base model
Production
Production years: 1998-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The titanium construction reduces weight significantly while maintaining structural integrity. The lighter weight increases felt recoil, but the .44 Special's moderate pressure levels keep it manageable.
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.