Taurus TX22 Compact
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2023
Also known as: Taurus TX22 COMPACT
Overview
The Taurus TX22 Compact is a compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in .22 Long Rifle, manufactured by Taurus since 2023.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 468 g (16.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 170 mm (6.69") |
| Barrel Length | 91 mm (3.58") |
| Height | 124 mm (4.88") |
| Width | 32 mm (1.26") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 13 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 330 m/s (1083 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 141 J (104 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Anodized Aluminum |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Thumb Safety, Trigger Safety, Striker Block
- Features: Accessory Rail, Optics Ready, Suppressor Ready, Adjustable Rear Sight, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Reversible Magazine Release
Base model
Production
Production years: 2023-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The TX22 Compact features an optics-ready slide, suppressor-ready threaded barrel option, and Taurus's signature manual thumb safety. The lightweight aluminum slide reduces reciprocating mass for softer recoil.
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.