Taurus 4510 Judge

Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2006

Also known as: Judge, M4510

Overview

The Taurus 4510 Judge is a medium-frame revolver chambered in .45 Colt, manufactured by Taurus since 2006. The 3.0-inch barrel balances portability with adequate sight radius for accurate shot placement.

Specifications

Weight (empty)	822 g (29.0 oz)
Overall Length	241 mm (9.49")
Barrel Length	76 mm (2.99")
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	25 m (27 yd)
Maximum Range	1800 m (1968 yd)
Barrel Rifling	Right Hand
Rifling Twist	305 mm (12.01")
Number of Grooves	6
Frame Material	Steel
Barrel Material	Stainless Steel
Finish	Matte Stainless

Calibers

.45 Colt · primary — also known as .45 Long Colt, .45 LC, 11.43x33mmR
.410 bore — also known as .410 shotshell, .410 ga

Features

Firing modes: Semi Automatic
Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
Features: Fiber Optic Front Sight, Fixed Rear Sight, Rubber Grips, Dual Caliber, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer

Production

Production years: 2006-present

Origin

Country of origin: Brazil

Notes

The Judge's ability to fire .410 shotshells makes it effective for close-range defense with buckshot or snake shot. The 2.5-inch chamber accepts 2.5-inch .410 shells. The rifled barrel stabilizes .45 Colt bullets while dispersing shot from .410 shells. Despite controversy over the rifled barrel's effect on shot patterns, the Judge has proven popular for home defense and trail use.

Background

Legend has it the Judge earned its name because Miami-Dade County judges started carrying the revolver for courtroom defense, appreciating its versatility with both .45 Colt and .410 shotshells.