Taurus PT-908
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 1992
Also known as: PT908
Overview
The Taurus PT-908 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 1992. The 4.2-inch barrel maximizes the ballistic potential of the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge, providing full velocity and energy along with a generous sight radius that enhances practical accuracy at all defensive distances.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 850 g (30.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 190 mm (7.48") |
| Barrel Length | 107 mm (4.21") |
| Height | 137 mm (5.39") |
| Width | 31 mm (1.22") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Da Sa |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 350 m/s (1148 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 455 J (336 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1700 m (1859 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 250 mm (9.84") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| 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, Firing Pin Block, Frame Mounted Decocker
- Features: Enclosed Slide, Tilting Barrel Lockup, Single Stack Magazine, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release
Production
Production years: 1992-2010
First model in the PT-900 series
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2010
Notes
The PT-908 was the inaugural model of the PT-900 series, establishing the design template for the compact enclosed-slide pistols that would follow. The single-stack magazine kept the grip narrow and concealable.
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.