Taurus TX22

TX22 Standard: The Foundation

The base TX22 established the platform’s reputation when it launched — a full-size .22 LR with a 4.1” barrel, 16-round double-stack magazine, fiber optic front sight, adjustable rear, and Taurus’s improved striker-fired trigger in a grip that mimics the TX9 family’s ergonomics. The 16-round capacity is the highest of any standard .22 LR pistol — competing platforms like the Ruger Mark IV and S&W SW22 Victory use single-stack or smaller double-stack designs that cap out at 10 rounds. For range shooters and trainers who want maximum rounds before reloading, the TX22’s capacity advantage is a genuine practical benefit every session.

Taurus 22 TUC: The Ultra-Compact .22 LR Pocket Pistol

The Taurus 22 TUC is the most compact .22 LR pistol in the Taurus lineup — a 2.5” barrel, 9-round magazine, and genuinely pocket-portable dimensions that make it the .22 LR choice for buyers who want the smallest possible rimfire semi-automatic. The 22 TUC’s stainless steel slide provides corrosion resistance for carry use, and the fixed sights keep the profile snag-free for pocket draw. For buyers who want a .22 LR for small game hunting at close range, an affordable practice pistol with minimal recoil for new shooters, or the most compact possible rimfire for pack carry: the 22 TUC fills that role. The Taurus lifetime transferable warranty covers the 22 TUC for every subsequent owner — a meaningful differentiator at the value-tier .22 LR pistol price point. See our .22 LR ammo page.

TX22 Competition: Optics-Ready with Integrated Comp

The TX22 Competition is the platform’s flagship — adding an optics-ready slide with a direct red dot cut, a threaded compensated barrel that reduces muzzle flip measurably, and a match-tuned trigger to the standard TX22’s foundation. For Steel Challenge and rimfire competition shooters, the TX22 Competition ships ready to compete without modification: mount your optic, load your magazines, and you’re at the start line. The integrated comp keeps the package the same overall size as the standard TX22 while producing a noticeably flatter shooting pistol. This is the configuration that Dave Vogel’s retail experience identifies as a hot seller, and the competition results back it up.

TX22 TORO: Optics-Ready Without the Comp

The TX22 TORO (Taurus Optic Ready Option) brings the factory optics-ready slide to the standard barrel configuration — for shooters who want a red dot but don’t want or need the compensated barrel. The TORO cut accommodates Shield RMSc, Holosun 407K/507K, and other popular micro red dot footprints directly. For recreational shooters who want a suppressor-compatible, optics-ready .22 LR pistol without the competition-specific comp, the TORO configuration is the practical middle ground between the standard TX22 and the full Competition model.

The TX22 as a Training Tool

The TX22’s grip geometry and trigger character make it one of the most effective centerfire-to-rimfire training platforms available. The ergonomics closely mirror the TX9 series, meaning TX9 owners can train trigger fundamentals, target transitions, and magazine changes with the TX22 at .22 LR prices without relearning grip or manual of arms. For new shooters, the TX22’s mild recoil and 16-round capacity allow building fundamentals through high-round-count sessions at a fraction of the cost that centerfire training requires. Paired with the Sonicore Skarv or another quality rimfire suppressor, the TX22’s threaded barrel variants become a hearing-safe indoor training tool.

TX22 vs. Ruger Mark IV and S&W SW22 Victory

The TX22’s primary competitors are the Ruger Mark IV and the S&W SW22 Victory. The Mark IV has the deepest competition track record and the most mature aftermarket of any .22 LR pistol. The SW22 Victory is a solid competition option with a modular design and quality trigger. The TX22’s advantages are the 16-round capacity (the highest in the category), the Competition model’s integrated comp, and Taurus’s aggressive pricing that consistently undercuts both competitors. For buyers entering rimfire competition on a budget, the TX22 Competition delivers the most factory-ready package for the cost. For buyers who want the deepest aftermarket and most proven platform, the Mark IV remains the benchmark.

Related Pages at Impact Guns

See the full Taurus brand page. Compare rimfire pistols with the Ruger Mark IV. For competition use see our competition guns page. For suppressor pairing see the Sonicore Skarv and our suppressors page. For ammunition see our .22 LR ammo page.