Taurus Holdings, Inc. · Pistol · In Production · 2006
| Weight (empty) | 822 g (29.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 241 mm (9.49") |
| Barrel Length | 76 mm (2.99") |
| Height | 130 mm (5.12") |
| Width | 38 mm (1.50") |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Action Type | Revolver |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Muzzle Velocity | 265 m/s (869 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 569 J (420 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: .45 Colt
The Taurus Judge is a five-shot double-action revolver introduced in 2006 with the unusual capability of chambering both .45 Colt cartridges and .410 bore shotshells from the same elongated cylinder. Designed for self-defense, vehicle carry, and snake-shooting, it became one of Taurus' best-selling firearms and spawned an entire subcategory of dual-caliber 'shotgun-revolvers,' including the Smith & Wesson Governor competitor. The shallow rifling stabilizes the .45 Colt bullet while still permitt...
Country of Origin: Brazil
Designer: Forjas Taurus engineering team