Taurus TX22
| Taurus TX22 | |
|---|---|
 TX22 with an aftermarket laser sight | |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Taurus Armas |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 17.3 ounces (unloaded) |
| Length | 7.06 inches |
| Barrel length | 4.10 inches |
| Width | 1.25 inches |
| Height | 5.44 inches |
| Cartridge | .22 Long Rifle |
| Caliber | 5.59 mm |
| Action | Blowback |
| Feed system | 16-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Adjustable open sights |
The Taurus TX22 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered for .22 Long Rifle (5.59 mm Caliber) rimfire ammunition. It is manufactured in Bainbridge, Georgia by Taurus Armas' American division, Taurus USA.
Features
[edit]The TX22 features an anodized aluminum slide and polymer frame with an external manual safety, in addition to a trigger safety and striker block safety. An adapter collar is included to allow the use of a suppressor with an external thread of 1/2-28 inches. The barrel is 4.10 inches, has a twist rate of 1:16, and is six grooved. The trigger is single action only, and the frame features a Picatinny rail.
Numerous variants are available with compact frames, varying slide and barrel configurations among other differences.
Reception
[edit]In 2019, the TX22 was awarded the title of "Handgun of the Year" by Guns and Ammo magazine.[1][2]
Operators
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Philippines:Bureau of Jail Management and Penology - 2,541 units[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "TaurusTX 22". www.taurususa.com. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
- ^ Staff, Guns & Ammo (22 January 2020). "Taurus TX22 .22 LR – 2019 Handgun of the Year". Guns and Ammo. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
- ^ https://mb.com.ph/2022/08/29/abalos-leads-blessing-of-new-guns-laptops-service-cars-for-bjmp/