The Taurus TX22 Gen 2 TORO is a striker-fired .22 LR pistol with an optic-ready slide and threaded barrel. It ships with two magazines, a 16-round and a 22-round, and the 4.6-inch threaded barrel is tapped 1/2x28 for standard suppressor mounting. The TORO designation means the slide is cut at the factory for direct optic mounting without an adapter plate. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taurus 
• Model: TX22 Gen 2 TORO 
• Type: Semi-Auto Pistol 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action Type: Striker Fired (SAO) 
• Capacity: 22+1 rounds (includes one 16-round and one 22-round magazine) 
• Barrel Length: 4.6 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.06 inches 
• Weight: 17.3 oz (unloaded) 
• Finish Options: Black / OD Green 
• Sights: Fixed Front (White Dot) & Adjustable Rear (Serrated) 
• Optic Ready: Yes, TORO Optic Ready Slide 
• Threaded Barrel: 1/2x28 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The TORO slide cut is the primary differentiator from the standard TX22 Gen 2. It accepts popular red dot sights directly, which is a practical upgrade for competitive or training use where faster target acquisition matters. The iron sights remain usable when no optic is mounted. 
 
The 1/2x28 threaded barrel is standard pitch for .22 LR suppressors, so most current suppressor cans thread on directly. This combination, optic-ready plus suppressor-ready in a .22 LR package, makes the TORO variant notably more capable than a plain-barrel model for suppressed shooting. 
 
The adjustable rear sight and white-dot front handle basic aiming needs. The polymer frame keeps the total weight at 17.3 oz unloaded, which stays manageable with a suppressor attached. 
 

Target Audience 

 
The TX22 Gen 2 TORO suits suppressor owners looking for a .22 LR host pistol, competitive .22 LR shooters who want to run a red dot, and shooters who use a .22 LR platform for training at lower cost and recoil. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
For suppressed shooting, the threaded barrel and light .22 LR action pair well to produce very quiet shots. For competition in .22 LR events, a mounted red dot gives a direct aiming advantage at speed. For training, the .22 LR recoil and ammunition cost make extended sessions practical.

Owners of the Taurus TX22 Gen 2 TORO generally discuss the same themes as other TX22 variants, with the optic-ready and threaded barrel features getting specific attention.

The optic-ready slide is frequently cited as the reason buyers chose the TORO over the standard TX22. Owners report that mounting a red dot transforms the pistol's accuracy at speed, particularly for competitive use.

The threaded barrel is another specific positive. Suppressor owners appreciate having a factory-ready .22 LR host without needing aftermarket work, and the 1/2x28 pitch is standard enough that most cans fit directly.

Reliability is generally positive, with the same ammunition-sensitivity caveat that comes up across .22 LR rimfire platforms: some bulk or low-quality ammunition causes more feeding issues than quality loads. Most owners find that premium or match-grade .22 LR is more reliable.

Quality control concerns come up in a subset of reviews, covering minor finish imperfections or occasional feeding issues out of the box. These aren't universal, but they occur frequently enough across Taurus TX22 discussions to be worth noting.

The price point draws specific praise relative to optic-ready .22 LR pistols from other manufacturers. Most buyers consider the TORO a good value for what it includes.