Taurus Protector 651
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2001
Also known as: Protector 651, Model 651
Overview
The Taurus Protector 651 is a medium-frame revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, manufactured by Taurus since 2001.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 709 g (25.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 165 mm (6.50") |
| Barrel Length | 51 mm (2.01") |
| Height | 117 mm (4.61") |
| Width | 34 mm (1.34") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Only |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Only |
| Trigger Pull | 71 N (16.0 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 340 m/s (1115 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 470 J (347 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 20 m (22 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Matte Stainless |
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: Fixed Sights, Rubber Grips, Shrouded Hammer, Snag Free Design, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Exposed Hammer
Production
Production years: 2001-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The Protector can safely chamber and fire .38 Special, .38 Special +P, and full .357 Magnum ammunition. The shrouded hammer design differs from the fully enclosed CIA models by still allowing manual cocking. Available in blue, matte blue, titanium, or stainless finishes.
Background
Taurus's revolver manufacturing expertise traces back to their acquisition of the Smith & Wesson factory in Brazil, giving them access to decades of refined revolver-building knowledge that continues to influence their designs today.