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 Length368 mm (14.49")
Barrel Length254 mm (10.00")
Height117 mm (4.61")
Width35 mm (1.38")
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Trigger TypeDouble Action Single Action
Trigger Pull20 N (4.5 lbf)
Magazine Capacity8 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity650 m/s (2133 fps)
Muzzle Energy1506 J (1111 ft·lbf)
Effective Range100 m (109 yd)
Maximum Range2200 m (2406 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves6
Frame MaterialSteel
Barrel MaterialSteel
FinishStainless Steel

Calibers

Features

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.