The Taurus TX22 Gen 2 TORO is a single-action .22 LR pistol with a 4.6-inch threaded barrel, optics-ready slide cut, and 10+1 capacity. At 17.3 oz (1.1 lbs) it's light for extended range sessions, and the 1/2x28 threaded barrel accepts suppressors and muzzle devices. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taurus 
• Model: TX22 Gen 2 TORO 
• Action: Single Action (SA) 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Barrel Length: 4.6 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.06 inches 
• Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds 
• Weight: 17.3 oz (1.1 lbs) 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear with White Dot & Serrated 
• Finish: Black polymer frame 
• Safety Features: Manual / Striker Block / Trigger Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The TORO (Taurus Optic Ready Option) cut on the slide accepts red dot sights directly without an adapter, which keeps the mounting height lower and the optic more durable under repeated use. The 4.6-inch barrel is longer than the standard TX22's 4.1 inches, adding slight velocity and a longer sight radius. 
 
The 1/2x28 threaded barrel is included at the factory, ready for a suppressor or muzzle device without gunsmithing. The manual safety, striker block, and trigger safety work independently. Fixed front with adjustable rear sights are useful for setting a baseline zero before adding an optic. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Competitive Shooting: TORO cut and longer barrel suit accuracy competition setups with red dot optics. 
• Suppressed Shooting: Factory threaded barrel makes this a natural choice for .22 suppressor use. 
• Training: Low recoil and .22 LR economics make it useful for building fundamental skills.

The TX22 Gen 2 TORO gets strong positive feedback, particularly from buyers who want to run a red dot or a suppressor on a .22 LR pistol. The factory TORO cut is practical and eliminates a machining step that other brands require. The 16-round magazine capacity (noted in user discussions, though not the stated 10+1 spec; the TX22 Gen 2 often ships with higher-capacity mags) receives consistent praise for allowing longer range strings.

Reliability across ammunition types is a common positive point; most owners report the Gen 2 cycles dependably with standard-velocity .22 LR. The ergonomic grip design and low weight make it comfortable for extended sessions.

The trigger gets mixed but generally acceptable reviews; some shooters want a crisper reset, and there are occasional references to customer service responsiveness. Price is consistently viewed as favorable for the feature set. The TORO and threaded-barrel combination makes it one of the more capable platforms at this price point in the .22 LR category.