Taurus Judge

Taurus Holdings, Inc. · Pistol · In Production · 2006

Weight (empty)822 g (29.0 oz)
Overall Length241 mm (9.49")
Barrel Length76 mm (2.99")
Height130 mm (5.12")
Width38 mm (1.50")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypeRevolver
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Muzzle Velocity265 m/s (869 fps)
Muzzle Energy569 J (420 ft·lbf)
Effective Range25 m (27 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

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