The production of weapons in the world is growing steadily. The huge market offers an infinite number of models of pistols for various purposes. Pistols "Taurus" are not lost against this background. They are known and appreciated by lovers of weapons. Pistols of this brand serve for personal protection and are adopted by special forces.
Story
Forjas Taurus SA is Brazil's oldest weapons company. It all began in 1889 with a workshop for the production of industrial tools. At the beginning of the twentieth century, the production of hunting rifles was mastered. Twenty years later - revolvers.
In the seventies, the company confidently entered the arms market with modern types of pistols of various models. The impetus for the development of the concern was government procurement of 4,000 weapons for the armed forces. At that time it was the Beretta brand, produced in Brazil.
In the eighties, the company bought the rights to manufacture and modernize the Italian Beretta. There were pistols under the own brand PT 92 (Pistola Taurus 92).
In the United States arms market, Taurus pistols are in steady demand. Weapons are exported to many countries, but the United States accounts for the lion's share.
The company's specialists were able to create an excellent lineup, which includes various types of firearms. High quality products and low prices have become the key to success in global markets.
Products
Taurus pistols are primarily associated with revolvers. They are the most famous in the arms markets. The company's products are diverse. The production of not only pistols for self-defense, but also weapons suitable for the work of security forces has been established.
The company’s specialists have developed both compact models and large hunting revolvers. There are exotic specimens under the .410 caliber. Such samples are also produced:
- submachine gun "Taurus";
- automatic pistol;
- shotgun.
Model "Taurus PT 92"
The most famous model is represented by an analogue of Italian gunsmiths. The Taurus PT 92 pistol is a licensed copy of the Beretta, model 92. But the Brazilian company’s specialists worked hard on the internal content and appearance of their offspring.
It has been produced since the late seventies of the last century. Characteristics:
- caliber - 9 mm;
- barrel - 127 mm;
- length (total) - 216 mm;
- width - 40 mm;
- height - 140 mm;
- 15 round magazine;
- weight (without cartridges) - 960 grams;
- shooting mode - single.
This model is distinguished by reliability, high firepower and accuracy of fire, safety when handling. The disadvantages include the large dimensions of the gun. It is impossible to wear it discreetly.
The company’s designers created such models on the basis of 92 models:
- PT 92 S - a reduced and lightweight version (weight is 880 grams). The barrel is shortened to 107 mm, the store holds 13 rounds.
- PT 99 AF - in production since 1985. This Taurus submachine gun has a distinctive feature: the rear sight can be adjusted horizontally and vertically, there are fuses on both sides of the frame. Such an arrangement (precisely on the frame) allows the shooter to remove the gun from the fuse when it is removed from the holster. The speed at which weapons are put on alert is crucial to protecting your life, whether it be a policeman or a civilian.
- PT 100 - produced since the mid-nineties. It is loaded with .40 S&W cartridges, the store is designed for 11 rounds.
- PT 101 - similar to the previous model. It differs only in that it is regulated entirely.
There are options with special grooves in the front lower part of the frame (for a laser sight or flashlight). There is also a choice of model finishes: wooden cheeks on the handle, mother-of-pearl, gilded parts, stainless steel.
This model range is especially popular for its price - quality ratio. With all the similar characteristics with the Beretta, Brazilian pistols are much cheaper.
Injury
Traumatic pistol "Taurus" - Taurus LOM-13 - released in 2009. Characteristics:
- caliber - 9 mm;
- mode - single;
- capacity - 5 rounds;
- cartridge - 9 mm R.A. (9 x 22);
- trunk - 51 mm;
- gun length - 173 mm;
- weight (without cartridges) - 670 grams;
- height - 105 mm;
- width - 35 mm.
It is popular among civilians and police like a pistol for hidden carrying, it can be the main or reserve weapon. Equipped with a double-action trigger. This makes it possible to fire without cocking the trigger - self-cocking triggers.
The revolver drum is of small external diameter, the handle is compact and ergonomic, made of rubber. This eliminates slipping in the hand and provides reliable fixation of the weapon during aiming and shooting even with one hand. Modern design makes the model even more attractive.
Made of high quality and durable steel. The product is polished, then burnished. The upper part is matte and does not give glare. It is impossible to remove the drum and barrel, which eliminates the possibility of altering weapons under live ammunition. In the model itself, you can use traumatic, noise, gas ammunition.
A distinctive feature of this model is the absence of a mechanical fuse. But there is an original “locking lock” built into the trigger of the gun. A special hole is intended for the key (two copies) included in the set of weapons. With it, you can "lock" the revolver. No one except the owner can shoot him. This is very important, because it allows you to protect against accidental shots of third parties or children.
The light, small and very reliable Taurus pistol (photo is presented on the page) fully complies with the requirements of weapons for personal self-defense. Today on the market you can find two versions of this model - steel and black.
disadvantages
The minuses of this particular model include a five-shot drum. Often the number of rounds can be a decisive factor. The small size of the handle can also be attributed to the disadvantage. In a large hand, holding a gun is not very convenient.
Ninth Century Series
The first weapon of the nine hundredth series was the model PT 940. It has been produced since 1992. Two years later, the PT 945 appeared on the market. Its .45ASP caliber is very popular in the United States. It was to this country that the model release was oriented. By 1997, the company's specialists had developed and launched the production of the PT 911 9-mm caliber. In 2005, the PT 909 appeared on the market, it differs from its predecessor (911) mainly in the shape of the handle (it is slightly modified).
Comparative characteristics of this line are given in the table.
Options | Models |
| Fri 940 | Fri 945 | Fri 909 | Fri 911 |
Year of issue | 1992 | 1994 | 1997 | 2005 |
Trigger mechanism | double action | double action | double action | double action |
Caliber | .40 S&W | .45 ACP | 9x19 Luger / Parabellum | 9x19 Luger / Parabellum |
Weight (empty) | 820 g | 855 g | 817 g | 817 g |
Trunk | 92 mm | 108 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
total length | 178 mm | 190 mm | 184 mm | 184 mm |
Store capacity | 10/12 | 8 | 15/17 | 15/17 |
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In their device they are the same.
Millenium Pro Series
This series represents a line of compact products. They are designed for hidden wear and are considered self-defense pistols. There are several popular models:
1. PT 111. Main characteristics:
- caliber - 9x19;
- USM - double action;
- trunk - 83 mm;
- length (total) - 156 mm;
- weight (without cartridges) - 542 grams;
- magazine for 12 rounds.
2. Fri 140. Parameters:
- caliber - .40 S&W;
- USM - double action;
- trunk - 83 mm;
- length (total) - 156 mm;
- weight (without cartridges) - 542 grams;
- magazine for 10 rounds.
3. Fri 145. Features:
- Caliber - .45 ACP;
- USM - double action;
- trunk - 83 mm;
- total length - 156 mm;
- weight (without cartridges) - 563 grams;
- magazine for 10 rounds.
Available with different finishes, sometimes very expensive and exotic.
Benefits
Pistols "Taurus" are very reliable. Product quality confirms the steady demand for the company's weapons. In many countries of the world they are adopted by the power structures.
The compactness of the weapon and its safety when carried and stored add to its attractiveness. The guns of the company we are considering for many residents of the American continent are an ideal weapon for self-defense.