Taurus Raging Thirty
Taurus · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: Raging 30, Model 30C
Overview
The Taurus Raging Thirty is a large-frame revolver chambered in .30 Carbine. The 10.0-inch barrel provides excellent accuracy potential for target shooting and hunting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2041 g (72.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 368 mm (14.49") |
| Barrel Length | 254 mm (10.00") |
| 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 | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 650 m/s (2133 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1506 J (1111 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 2200 m (2406 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Stainless Steel |
Calibers
- .30 Carbine · primary — also known as 7.62x33mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar, Taurus Security System
- Features: Adjustable Sights, Cushioned Grips, Ported Barrel, Picatinny Rail, Swing Out Cylinder, Transfer Bar Safety, Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Production
Part of Raging Bull series discontinued 2019
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Discontinued: 2019
Notes
The .30 Carbine is a rimless cartridge requiring moon clips for use in revolvers. The Raging Thirty was part of Taurus's exotic caliber Raging Bull lineup. Discontinued when the Raging Bull line was replaced by the Raging Hunter series.
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.