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 Length170 mm (6.69")
Barrel Length91 mm (3.58")
Height124 mm (4.88")
Width32 mm (1.26")
Action TypeShort Recoil
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Trigger TypeSingle Action
Trigger Pull27 N (6.1 lbf)
Magazine Capacity13 rounds
Magazine TypeDetachable Box
Muzzle Velocity330 m/s (1083 fps)
Muzzle Energy141 J (104 ft·lbf)
Effective Range40 m (44 yd)
Maximum Range1500 m (1640 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves6
Frame MaterialPolymer
Slide MaterialAluminum
Barrel MaterialSteel
FinishAnodized Aluminum

Calibers

Features

Base model

Taurus-Tx22

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.