Taurus PT-638 Pro Compact
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 2004
Also known as: PT638 Pro Compact, 638 Pro
Overview
The Taurus PT-638 Pro Compact is a compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 ACP, manufactured by Taurus since 2004. With a 3.3-inch barrel, this pistol strikes the ideal balance between concealability and ballistic performance, extracting near-optimal velocity from the .380 ACP cartridge while remaining easily holstered for everyday carry.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 680 g (24.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 160 mm (6.30") |
| Barrel Length | 83 mm (3.27") |
| Height | 114 mm (4.49") |
| Width | 29 mm (1.14") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Da Sa |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 285 m/s (935 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 236 J (174 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1100 m (1203 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blue |
Calibers
- .380 ACP · primary — also known as .380 Auto, 9mm Browning Short, 9x17mm, 9mm Kurz
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Firing Pin Block, Frame Mounted Decocker
- Features: Compact 380, Pro Series, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release, Manual Thumb Safety
Production
Production years: 2004-2014
Compact .380 Pro series
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2014
Notes
The PT-638 Pro Compact was designed as a concealed carry .380 ACP pistol offering more capacity than micro pistols while remaining compact. The Pro designation indicated enhanced features compared to standard 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.