Taurus 608 Competition
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 1995
Also known as: M608
Overview
The Taurus 608 Competition is a large-frame revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, manufactured by Taurus since 1995. The 6.5-inch barrel provides excellent accuracy potential for target shooting and hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1588 g (56.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 318 mm (12.52") |
| Barrel Length | 165 mm (6.50") |
| Height | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Width | 44 mm (1.73") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 440 m/s (1444 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 784 J (578 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 75 m (82 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 2200 m (2406 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Matte Stainless |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
- .38 Special — also known as .38 Spl, .38 S&W Special, 9x29mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Adjustable Rear Sight, Ported Barrel, Rubber Grips, Compensator, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Production
Production years: 1995-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The 608 Competition features an 8-shot cylinder, providing higher capacity than traditional 6-shot .357 Magnum revolvers. The ported barrel and compensator system reduces muzzle flip for faster follow-up shots in competition. Popular in ICORE and silhouette competitions.
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.