The Taurus G3 is a full-size 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 4-inch barrel, 25 oz weight, and a 17+1 capacity. It ships with both a 17-round and a 15-round magazine. The OD Green polymer frame with a matte black slide is a practical combination -- the polymer keeps weight down and the finish resists corrosion. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taurus 
• Model: G3 
• Type: Semi-Auto Pistol 
• Action: Semi-Auto 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para) 
• Finish: OD Green Polymer Frame with Matte Black Slide 
• Barrel Length: 4 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.3 inches 
• Capacity: 17 + 1 rounds (includes one 17-round magazine and one 15-round magazine) 
• Weight: 25 oz. 
• Sights: White Dot Front Sight with Adjustable Rear Sight 
• Safety Features: Manual/Trigger Safety 
• Additional Features: 
  • Steel Serrated Rear Sight 
  • Picatinny Rail (Mil-STD 1913) for accessories 
     

Detailed Features 

The adjustable rear sight paired with the white dot front gives shooters room to dial in their zero rather than accepting a fixed setup. A Picatinny rail (Mil-STD 1913) on the frame allows lights or lasers to be mounted without an adapter. Manual and trigger safeties are both included. 
 
At 7.3 inches overall and 25 oz unloaded, the G3 is on the larger side for a daily carry pistol but comfortable for range use and home defense. The 17-round magazine capacity is a meaningful advantage over more compact offerings.

The G3's price-to-capacity ratio is the thing most owners lead with. Getting a full-size 9mm with 17+1 rounds at Taurus's price point is a frequent talking point, and most buyers feel they got their money's worth.

Reliability at the range holds up for most users across a variety of 9mm loads. The grip texture and overall ergonomics get favorable mentions -- most hands find it comfortable to hold and control. New shooters in particular appreciate that it's straightforward to operate.

Criticism mostly centers on build quality compared to more expensive brands. Some owners notice finish inconsistencies or minor fit-and-finish issues. Feeding and ejection problems have been reported, though they appear to be unit-to-unit rather than systematic -- plenty of G3 owners report zero malfunctions over thousands of rounds. Quality control variability is the honest caveat with the G3; most units work well, but some don't.

The size draws comment from buyers who expected something more compact for carry. At 7.3 inches overall it's a full-size pistol, not a carry gun, which matters for fit under clothing.