Taurus GX2
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: Taurus GX2
Overview
The Taurus GX2 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. With a 4.0-inch barrel, this pistol strikes the ideal balance between concealability and ballistic performance, extracting near-optimal velocity from the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge while remaining easily holstered for everyday carry.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 700 g (24.7 oz) |
| Overall Length | 190 mm (7.48") |
| Barrel Length | 102 mm (4.02") |
| Height | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Width | 28 mm (1.10") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 15 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 360 m/s (1181 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 481 J (355 ft·lbf) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Features: Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release, Striker Fired, Polymer Frame
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
Limited information available. Appears to be a budget/value-oriented model in the Taurus lineup.
Background
Taurus's semi-automatic pistol development accelerated dramatically after acquiring Beretta's Brazilian manufacturing facility in 1980, and the company has since developed an increasingly independent lineup of original designs alongside their proven Beretta-derived models.