Taurus 605

Taurus International · Pistol · In Production · 1995

Weight (empty)680 g (24.0 oz)
Overall Length165 mm (6.50")
Barrel Length51 mm (2.01")
Height112 mm (4.41")
Width36 mm (1.42")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeDouble Action
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Muzzle Velocity381 m/s (1250 fps)
Muzzle Energy588 J (434 ft·lbf)
Effective Range25 m (27 yd)
Frame MaterialStainless Steel

Primary Caliber: .357 Magnum

The Taurus 605 is a compact, five-shot, double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, built on Taurus's small frame. Introduced in 1995, it was designed as an affordable and reliable concealed carry revolver capable of handling full-power .357 Magnum loads as well as .38 Special and .38 Special +P ammunition. The 605 features a stainless steel frame, cylinder, and 2-inch barrel, weighing 24 ounces (680g) empty. Fixed front and rear sights are milled into the frame, with the rear...

Country of Origin: Brazil