Taurus GX4XL
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2022
Also known as: Taurus GX4XL
Overview
The Taurus GX4XL is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 2022. With a 3.5-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 | 89 mm (3.50") |
| 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 | 13 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 360 m/s (1181 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 481 J (355 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 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: Extended Slide, Extended Grip, Flat Face Trigger, Optics Ready, Aggressive Texturing
Base model
Production
Production years: 2022-present
Current production model
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The XL designation indicates extended slide and grip compared to the standard GX4. Competes with SIG P365XL and Glock 48. Compatible with standard GX4 magazines.
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.