The Taurus TX 22 Compact is the latest iteration of Taurus pistols chambered in 22lr. It is insanely fun to shoot and had zero malfunctions with no lube or cleaning past 500 rounds. Featured here is Gunmag's Jeremy Stone and the TX 22 Compact vs Melons, steel targets, Dr. Pepper, and rubber plate racks. The melon was loaded with a Firebird "flare" target that explodes on impact, and after about 10 rounds of trying to hit that thing, he finally did it.

What's the difference between the Taurus TX 22 and the Taurus TX 22 Compact?

The Taurus TX 22 has a barrel length of 4.1 inches and an overall length of 7.06 inches. It has a magazine capacity of 16 rounds and weighs 17.3 ounces. On the other hand, the Taurus TX 22 Compact has a shorter barrel length of 3.6 inches and an overall length of 6.7 inches. It has a magazine capacity of 13 rounds and weighs 16.5 ounces. The compact version is designed for concealed carry and personal defense. It has a shorter grip and is more compact, making it easier to conceal.