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Taurus Model 856


Six-Shot Compact Revolver


Brazil | 2003



"Marketed for use in the self-defense role, the compact Taurus Model 856 revolver featured a very short barrel and a useful six-round ammunition capacity."

Performance
Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the Taurus Model 856. Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.
164 ft
50.0 m | 54.7 yds
Max.Eff.Range
Physical
The physical qualities of the Taurus Model 856. Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.
165 mm
6.50 in
O/A Length
51 mm
2.01 in
Barrel Length
0.82 lb
0.37 kg
Weight
Six-Shot Revolving Cylinder; Double-Action / Single-Action Trigger
Action
.38 Special
Caliber(s)
Six-Shot Revolving Cylinder
Feed
Iron
Sights
Variants
Notable series variants as part of the Taurus Model 856 Six-Shot Compact Revolver family line.
Model 856 - Base Series Designation
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The Taurus Model 856 was a conventionally-arranged, small-framed six-shot service revolver available in several different finishes. The firearm sported a very-compact-size for the purpose of concealed carry with support for the .38 Special cartridge. The series was introduced in 2003 but is noted as no longer being in production by Taurus International.

As offered, the Model 856 was given rubber grips for a sure hold. Its overall length reached 6.5 inches with a barrel assembly measuring just 2" long. The trigger was of Double-Action (DA) / Single-Action (SA) operation and the safety system being the Taurus Security System (transfer bar) to protect against inadvertent firing. All other aspects of the revolver were basic - the six-shot rotating cylinder was fitted into the center mass of the frame, the hammer was exposed at the rear of the frame and the trigger unit was displayed under the frame. Sighting devices ran along the top of the weapon.


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Contractor(s): Taurus International - Brazil
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