Taurus Public Defender Polymer
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2011
Also known as: Public Defender Poly, Judge Public Defender Polymer
Overview
The Taurus Public Defender Polymer is a medium-frame revolver chambered in .45 Colt, manufactured by Taurus since 2011.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 765 g (27.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 194 mm (7.64") |
| Barrel Length | 51 mm (2.01") |
| Height | 117 mm (4.61") |
| Width | 35 mm (1.38") |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 265 m/s (869 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 569 J (420 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 15 m (16 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1200 m (1312 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .45 Colt · primary — also known as .45 Long Colt, .45 LC
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Fiber Optic Sights, Ribbed Rubber Grips, Extended Ejector Rod, Polymer Frame, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Production
Production years: 2011-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The steel cylinder is chambered for 2.5-inch .410 shotgun shells or .45 Colt. Ribbed rubber grips absorb recoil and enhance control. Extended ejector rod facilitates easy extraction of fired cases.
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.