Taurus Hunter 66
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: Hunter 66, Model 66 Hunter
Overview
The Taurus Hunter 66 is a large-frame revolver chambered in .357 Magnum. The 6.0-inch barrel provides excellent accuracy potential for target shooting and hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1588 g (56.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 305 mm (12.01") |
| Barrel Length | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 38 mm (1.50") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 480 m/s (1575 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 932 J (687 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 75 m (82 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1800 m (1968 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Stainless Steel |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
- .38 Special +P — also known as .38 Spl +P
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Adjustable Sights, Rubber Grips, Ported Barrel, 7 Round Cylinder, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2019
Notes
The 7-round cylinder provided more capacity than traditional 6-shot .357 Magnum revolvers. Can also fire .38 Special and .38 Special +P ammunition. Discontinued with the Raging Bull series in 2019.
Background
The Model 66 carries forward the lineage of the classic medium-frame .357 Magnum duty revolver, a category pioneered by the S&W Model 19 that Taurus has made more affordable.