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 Length178 mm (7.01")
Barrel Length51 mm (2.01")
Height117 mm (4.61")
Width35 mm (1.38")
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Trigger TypeDouble Action
Trigger Pull20 N (4.5 lbf)
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity230 m/s (755 fps)
Muzzle Energy421 J (311 ft·lbf)
Effective Range40 m (44 yd)
Maximum Range1900 m (2078 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist476 mm (18.74")
Number of Grooves6
Frame MaterialTitanium Alloy
Barrel MaterialTitanium Alloy
FinishTitanium

Calibers

Features

Base model

Taurus-445

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.