Taurus TX22 Competition
Taurus · Pistol · In Production · 2021
Also known as: Taurus TX22 COMPETITION
Overview
The Taurus TX22 Competition is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in .22 Long Rifle, manufactured by Taurus since 2021. The 5.0-inch barrel maximizes the ballistic potential of the .22 Long Rifle cartridge, providing full velocity and energy along with a generous sight radius that enhances practical accuracy at all defensive distances.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 480 g (16.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 207 mm (8.15") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 138 mm (5.43") |
| 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 | 16 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 340 m/s (1115 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 150 J (111 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1600 m (1750 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, Bull Barrel, Compensator
Variants
- Taurus TX22 Competition SCR — Steel Challenge
Base model
Production
Production years: 2021-present
Origin
Country of origin: Brazil
Notes
The TX22 Competition features an aluminum slide with lightening cuts, manual thumb safety, and suppressor-ready threaded barrel. Popular in Steel Challenge and other rimfire competitions.
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.