Taurus Millennium Pro PT-111
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 2003
Also known as: PT111 Pro
Overview
The Taurus Millennium Pro PT-111 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 2003. The double-action-only trigger mechanism provides a long, consistent trigger pull for every shot, eliminating the need for an external safety and simplifying the manual of arms - a design philosophy that prioritizes simplicity and safety for defensive carry applications. With a 3.3-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) | 595 g (21.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 156 mm (6.14") |
| Barrel Length | 83 mm (3.27") |
| Height | 125 mm (4.92") |
| Width | 30 mm (1.18") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Only |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Only |
| Trigger Pull | 49 N (11.0 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 12 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 | 250 mm (9.84") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blued |
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: Manual Safety, Firing Pin Block, Loaded Chamber Indicator
- Features: Accessory Rail, Heinie Straight 8 Sights, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release, Manual Thumb Safety, Polymer Frame
Production
Production years: 2003-2013
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2013
Notes
Part of 2015 safety settlement. DAO trigger system differs from later striker-fired G2 models.
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.