Taurus TX22 .22 LR
Model: 1-TX22141
Taurus TX22 .22 LR
Model: 1-TX22141
Full Specifications
About This Firearm
The TX22 holds 16+1 rounds of .22 LR in a polymer frame that weighs 17.3 oz — lighter than most rimfire handguns its size and a full 10 rounds above the 6-shot revolvers at the other end of this category. Taurus launched it in 2019 to fill a specific gap: a full-size .22 LR with the grip geometry of a modern striker-fired pistol and a round count that nothing else in its class matched at the time.
The 4.1" barrel and 7.06" overall length put it in full-size territory, but the aluminum slide and polymer frame hold it to 17.3 oz. The adjustable rear sight is a genuine plus at this price point — most competitors near $300 ship with fully fixed irons. Three safety mechanisms (striker block, trigger safety, manual safety) and a 5.0 lb pull are consistent with Taurus's other striker-fired designs. A threaded barrel is standard, which is uncommon at this price.
At around $300 street, no other .22 LR pistol gives you 16 shots in a polymer frame with this grip geometry. The Kel-Tec P17 matches the capacity at a lower price but weighs only 11 oz and has a smaller grip — it's closer to a pocket gun than a full-size trainer. If you want 16+1 in a full-size pistol silhouette, the TX22 is the factory option that does it.
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Strengths & Limitations
- 16+1 capacity is the highest of any polymer-frame .22 LR pistol available from the factory — no other full-size rimfire handgun matches it straight from the box.
- Adjustable rear sight included at ~$300 street. Most .22 LR pistols in this price range ship with fixed irons only.
- Threaded barrel (1/2x28) is standard on all TX22 models, not an upgrade variant. A suppressor-ready rimfire at this price point is uncommon.
- No optic cut on the standard TX22. To mount a red dot, you need an aftermarket Picatinny riser or a custom mill job — neither is a clean solution on a gun this size.
- TX22 magazines are proprietary and do not fit any other Taurus model. Spare mags run $20-30 each, which is reasonable, but you're committed to a single-source ecosystem.
- The aluminum slide has generated mixed owner feedback on finish durability. Some report noticeable wear at the slide-to-frame contact points after a few thousand rounds — more than what reviewers typically see on steel-slide .22s like the Ruger Mark IV.
Category Rankings
How the Taurus TX22 .22 LR ranks among full-size .22 LR handguns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the TX22's threaded barrel require a tax stamp?
The threaded barrel itself does not require any registration or tax stamp — it's just a barrel with threads. A tax stamp is only required if you attach a suppressor (silencer) to it. You can buy the TX22 and use it as-is without any NFA paperwork. If you want to add a suppressor later, that's when the $200 NFA tax stamp and ATF approval process applies.
Is the TX22 reliable with bulk-pack .22 LR like Federal Champion or Remington Golden Bullet?
Yes, more than most semi-auto .22 LR pistols. Owner reports consistently describe the TX22 as tolerant of cheap bulk ammo — the gun runs Federal Champion 525 and Remington Golden Bullet without the light-strike issues that affect some competitors. Stovepipes and failures to feed do occur occasionally with the dirtiest bulk loads, but the rate is low enough that most owners shoot bulk ammo through it routinely.
What's the practical accuracy of the TX22 at 25 yards with a red dot?
The TX22 does not have a factory optic cut, but with an aftermarket riser or rail-mounted micro-optic, owner reports put 25-yard groups at around 2-2.5" with quality ammunition like CCI Mini-Mag. That's adequate for plinking, training, and small-game work within typical .22 LR ranges. For tighter target accuracy, the TX22 Competition (factory optic cut, longer barrel) or a dedicated target pistol like the SW22 Victory is the better choice.
