Taurus GX4 Carry
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2021
Also known as: GX4, GX4 Standard
Overview
The Taurus GX4 Carry 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) | 525 g (18.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 154 mm (6.06") |
| Barrel Length | 78 mm (3.07") |
| Height | 112 mm (4.41") |
| Width | 27 mm (1.06") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Flat Face |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 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 | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Dlc Coating |
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: Striker Block, Trigger Safety, Loaded Chamber Indicator
- Features: Micro Compact Design, Flat Face Trigger, Aggressive Texturing, Drift Adjustable Sights, Ultra Slim Profile
Production
Production years: 2021-present
Current production model
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
Also available in T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics Ready Option) configuration for mounting micro red dot sights. Competes directly with SIG P365, Glock 43X, and Springfield Hellcat. Available for under $400 MSRP.
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.