Taurus GX4
Taurus Holdings · Pistol · In Production · 2021
Also known as: GX4 T.O.R.O., GX4 Carry
Overview
The Taurus GX4 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 2021. With a 3.1-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) | 524 g (18.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 154 mm (6.06") |
| Barrel Length | 78 mm (3.07") |
| Height | 108 mm (4.25") |
| Width | 25 mm (0.98") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 29.4 N (6.6 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 11 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 360 m/s (1181 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 481 J (355 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Gas Nitride Dlc |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Trigger Safety, Striker Block, Loaded Chamber Indicator
- Features: White Dot Front Sight, Drift Adjustable Rear Sight, Stainless Steel Chassis, Full Length Slide Rails, Front Slide Serrations, Rear Slide Serrations, Flat Face Trigger, Recessed Crown Barrel, Dlc Barrel Finish
Variants
- Taurus GX4 T.O.R.O. — Optics Ready
- Taurus GX4 Carry — Extended
- Taurus GX4 Carry T.O.R.O. — Optics Ready
Production
Production years: 2021-present
High-volume budget production competing in the micro-compact segment
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The GX4 competes directly with the SIG P365 and Springfield Hellcat in the micro-compact market segment. Extended 13-round magazines are available. The barrel is safe for unjacketed lead bullets. The T.O.R.O. variant adds an optics-ready slide. MSRP of approximately $392 makes it one of the most affordable micro-compact options.
Background
The GX4 entered the crowded micro-compact market at roughly half the price of the SIG P365 and Springfield Hellcat, proving that budget-friendly firearms could match premium competitors in capacity and features. At just under one inch wide with 11+1 capacity, it democratized the high-capacity micro-compact concept.