This Taurus 22TUC pistol is a compact rimfire semi-automatic chambered in .22 LR, built around a 2.5-inch tip-up barrel with 9+1 capacity. It has a double-action-only trigger, an OD Green slide finish, and a polymer frame. Textured VZ G10 grip panels and the tip-up barrel design let a shooter load the chamber directly without racking the slide. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model: 22TUC 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Double Action Only 
• Capacity: 9+1 
• Barrel Length: 2.5 in 
• Finish: OD Green Cerakote 
• Frame Material: Polymer 
   

Detailed Features 

• Tip-up barrel opens for direct chamber loading without cycling the slide 
• OD Green slide finish contrasts with the black polymer frame 
• VZ G10 grip panels add texture for a secure hold 
• Double-action-only trigger keeps the operating cycle simple on a rimfire pistol 
• Compact 2.5-inch barrel suits pocket or ankle carry and casual range use

Owners of the Taurus 22TUC generally find the tip-up barrel reliable once it has a short break-in period, though a handful mention needing extra cleaning or lubrication early on to keep the latch cycling smoothly. Fit and finish on the OD Green slide gets praised more often than not.

The compact size and VZ G10 grips make the 22TUC comfortable in a pocket or ankle holster, and the tip-up barrel is popular with shooters who have limited hand strength since it removes the need to rack the slide to load. Some owners note the double-action-only trigger feels heavier than expected on a small rimfire pistol.

As a budget-friendly .22 LR option, most owners see the 22TUC as good value for a backup or trail pistol, though aftermarket support and holster choices are more limited than for Taurus's larger centerfire lines.