The Taurus TX22 Compact is a striker-fired (SAO) .22 LR semi-automatic pistol with a 3.5-inch threaded barrel and a 10+1 round capacity. The polymer frame is finished in Flat Dark Earth with black controls. A micro red dot optic cut is milled into the slide, and a Picatinny rail sits below the barrel for light or laser attachment. Three safety mechanisms are standard: ambidextrous manual safety, striker block, and trigger safety. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Taurus 
• Model: TX22 Compact 
• Type: Semi-Auto Pistol 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Striker Fired (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.7 inches 
• Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds 
• Weight: 17.3 oz (1 lbs) 
• Sights: White Dot Adjustable Rear & Fixed Front 
• Grip Finish: Flat Dark Earth (FDE) with Black Controls 
• Safety Features: Ambidextrous Manual Safety / Striker Block / Trigger Safety 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The threaded barrel makes suppressor attachment straightforward, and the optic cut is compatible with common micro red dots. The adjustable rear sight is useful for zeroing before adding an optic or for running irons alone. At 17.3 oz, the TX22C is light enough for all-day range sessions without fatigue. 
 
The .22 LR caliber keeps recoil minimal, which suits new shooters learning fundamentals and experienced shooters running high-volume drills without the cost of centerfire ammunition.

The Taurus TX22C FDE gets good marks from owners across skill levels, with a few consistent caveats around .22 LR-specific limitations.

The most repeated positives are the light weight, compact size, and the low cost of .22 LR ammo for extended practice. Reliability is noted as solid across a variety of ammunition brands. The ergonomics and grip feel are cited as comfortable for smaller hands. Accuracy at short range is generally well-regarded.

On the critical side, a few owners have experienced feeding issues with certain cheaper ammo brands, which is common across most semi-auto .22 platforms. Some users with larger hands feel the grip is too narrow for a comfortable hold. Magazine capacity relative to the frame size is mentioned occasionally as a point of curiosity.

Customization potential is a topic in several discussions, with owners noting the optic cut and rail as useful starting points for a suppressor host build.