# Taurus TX22 Competition FDE .22 LR 5.25" Precision Pistol

**Brand:** Taurus
**Category:** Full Size Handguns
**Caliber:** .22 LR

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** .22 LR
- **Barrel Length:** 5.3"
- **Capacity:** 16 rounds
- **Finish:** FDE Cerakote
- **Weight:** 52.8 oz
- **Overall Length:** 8.15"
- **UPC:** 725327936565
- **SKU:** UCClj86QX

## Description

The Taurus TX22 Competition is a striker-fired .22 LR pistol built for competitive shooting. The 5.25-inch barrel is longer than a typical carry pistol, contributing to accuracy at range. Three magazines are included, each holding 16 rounds, and the barrel is threaded 1/2x28 for suppressor use.

### Key Specifications
- **Model:** TX22 Competition
- **Caliber:** .22 LR
- **Barrel Length:** 5.25 inches
- **Capacity:** 16 + 1 rounds (3 magazines included)
- **Weight:** 17.3 oz.
- **Finish:** FDE Cerakote (Flat Dark Earth)
- **Frame Material:** Polymer Frame
- **Sights:** Adjustable White Dot Sights
- **Action Type:** Striker Fired
- **Thread Pattern:** 1/2x28
- **Safety Features:** Ambidextrous Manual Safety

### Detailed Features
The Taurus Performance Trigger has a short reset, which helps with faster follow-up shots in competitive stages. A barrel-mounted optics mount lets you run a red dot without a separate adapter. The white dot adjustable sights are functional out of the box but can be dialed in to individual preference. At 17.3 oz., the polymer frame keeps fatigue low during long training or match sessions.

The ambidextrous manual safety works for left- and right-handed shooters. The .22 LR chambering keeps ammunition costs down, making this a practical choice for high-volume training.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> It's got a little bit of mush to it but once it stops it breaks very clean and the trigger reset is very short.
>
> — [22plinkster](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEYPwpy779w&t=266s)

> Man it is a nice crisp break reset right there resets really quick.
>
> — [sootch00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-FyZqVhpy0&t=563s)

> I've been shooting I cannot move the sight down far enough I'm always printing high.
>
> — [22plinkster](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEYPwpy779w&t=320s)

> Another thing that is one of the cons for me are the magazines they're not the worst magazines in the world.
>
> — [22plinkster](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEYPwpy779w&t=359s)

> I am very impressed with the accuracy of this handgun I don't know if it's me or if it's the handgun but I can shoot it extremely well in my opinion.
>
> — [22plinkster](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEYPwpy779w&t=403s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The TX22 Competition FDE gets a lot of positive attention for its out-of-the-box accuracy. The longer 5.25-inch barrel is a clear contributor, and competitive shooters often note how well it performs from the start without needing much tweaking. The grip comfort and ergonomics come up consistently, including from newer shooters or those with smaller hands.

Low recoil is the most-cited advantage for training purposes. The .22 LR caliber and the cost-per-round make extended practice sessions realistic. Reliability with most quality ammunition is generally reported as good, though some brands of .22 LR have caused feeding issues for a handful of users.

Build quality gets occasional criticism compared to higher-end competition pistols, though most owners find it adequate. Trigger feel divides opinion: competitive shooters used to tuned triggers sometimes find it heavy or rough. Aftermarket support for holsters and accessories is thinner than for more established platforms. Users comparing it to similar .22 pistols often land on it as a solid value option for training without spending on centerfire ammunition.

## Pricing

**1 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Primaryarms Com | $429.99 |

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