Taurus's award-winning 856 revolver now features factory red dot capability via the T.O.R.O. system, accepting Holosun K-footprint optics. Six-shot .38 Special +P capacity, 3-inch stainless barrel, night sights, and smooth double-action trigger.
Taurus has taken its acclaimed 856 Defender revolver and elevated it into a new category: the first factory-optics-ready small-frame revolver. The T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics Ready Option) system integrates a milled mounting plate compatible with popular Holosun K-footprint red dot sights, allowing you to run modern optics on a proven defensive platform.
Capacity & Caliber
Barrel & Frame
Sights & Optics
Trigger & Controls
Ergonomics
This revolver bridges the gap between traditional double-action reliability and modern optics technology. Whether you're a revolver enthusiast seeking a contemporary upgrade or a self-defense shooter wanting proven reliability with red dot precision, the 856 T.O.R.O. delivers both.