Taurus PT640

Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued · 2005

Also known as: PT 640

Overview

The Taurus PT640 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in .40 S&W, manufactured by Taurus since 2005. With a 3.3-inch barrel, this pistol strikes the ideal balance between concealability and ballistic performance, extracting near-optimal velocity from the .40 S&W cartridge while remaining easily holstered for everyday carry.

Specifications

Weight (empty)	765 g (27.0 oz)
Overall Length	165 mm (6.50")
Barrel Length	83 mm (3.27")
Height	120 mm (4.72")
Width	32 mm (1.26")
Action Type	Short Recoil
Firing Mechanism	Hammer Fired
Trigger Type	Da Sa
Magazine Capacity	10 rounds
Magazine Type	Detachable Box
Muzzle Velocity	295 m/s (968 fps)
Muzzle Energy	510 J (376 ft·lbf)
Effective Range	35 m (38 yd)
Maximum Range	1600 m (1750 yd)
Barrel Rifling	Right Hand
Rifling Twist	406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves	6
Frame Material	Aluminum Alloy
Slide Material	Steel
Barrel Material	Steel
Finish	Blue

Calibers

.40 S&W · primary — also known as .40 Smith & Wesson, 10x22mm

Features

Firing modes: Semi Automatic
Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Firing Pin Block, Frame Mounted Decocker
Features: Compact 40sw, Aluminum Frame, Da Sa Trigger, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release

Production

Production years: 2005-2014

Compact .40 S&W pistol

Origin

Country of origin: Brazil

Discontinued: 2014

Notes

The PT640 was designed as a concealed carry .40 S&W pistol, offering more power than 9mm or .380 ACP options in a compact package. The aluminum frame helped keep weight manageable despite the larger .40 S&W cartridge.

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.