Taurus 941

Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued

Also known as: Model 941

Overview

The Taurus 941 is a medium-frame revolver chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire.

Specifications

Weight (empty)680 g (24.0 oz)
Overall Length168 mm (6.61")
Barrel Length51 mm (2.01")
Height140 mm (5.51")
Width38 mm (1.50")
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Trigger TypeDouble Action Single Action
Trigger Pull20 N (4.5 lbf)
Magazine Capacity8 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity420 m/s (1378 fps)
Muzzle Energy228 J (168 ft·lbf)
Effective Range35 m (38 yd)
Maximum Range1800 m (1968 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves6
Frame MaterialSteel
Barrel MaterialSteel
FinishBlue

Calibers

Features

Variants

Origin

Country of origin: Brazil

Notes

The 8-round cylinder capacity makes efficient use of the small-frame design. The Model 941 uses the same size cylinder as the Model 85 series (1.34 inches diameter), demonstrating the space efficiency of rimfire cartridges. Available in blued steel, stainless steel, and lightweight aluminum alloy (Ultra-Lite) versions.

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.