Taurus PT-709 Slim
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 2010
Also known as: PT709 Slim, 709 Slim
Overview
The Taurus PT-709 Slim is a compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 2010. The 3.0-inch barrel keeps the overall package compact for concealed carry, though the shorter sight radius requires more disciplined shooting fundamentals to maintain accuracy at defensive distances.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 539 g (19.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 158 mm (6.22") |
| Barrel Length | 76 mm (2.99") |
| Height | 115 mm (4.53") |
| Width | 26 mm (1.02") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Da Sa |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 330 m/s (1083 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 405 J (299 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blue |
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, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Trigger Safety
- Features: Single Stack Magazine, Slim Profile, Taurus Security System, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release
Production
Production years: 2010-2019
Replaced by G2c and G3c in Taurus's compact lineup
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2019
Notes
The PT-709 was part of Taurus's "Slim" series, which also included the PT-740 Slim in .40 S&W. The pistol featured a polymer frame and steel slide with either blue or stainless finish options. Common complaints included sight issues and extraction problems in early production runs. The PT-709 was discontinued around 2019 as Taurus shifted focus to the G-series striker-fired pistols.
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.