Taurus 450 Total Titanium
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2000
Also known as: Taurus 450 TOTAL TITANIUM
Overview
The Taurus 450 Total Titanium is a compact revolver chambered in .45 Colt, manufactured by Taurus since 2000.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 539 g (19.0 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 | 265 m/s (869 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 569 J (420 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 2000 m (2187 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Titanium Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Titanium Alloy |
| Finish | Titanium |
Calibers
- .45 Colt · primary — also known as .45 Long Colt, .45 LC, 11.43x33mmR
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: 2000-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
Titanium construction reduces weight by about 40% compared to steel. The combination of lightweight frame and powerful .45 Colt cartridge produces noticeable recoil.
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.