The Taurus 856 Ultra Lite: Compact Confidence for Personal Defense

The Taurus 856 Ultra Lite represents a refined approach to everyday carry and personal defense. This small-frame revolver delivers the reliability of a proven design in a package light enough for all-day wear.

Key Features

  • Lightweight Design: At just 16 ounces unloaded, the 856 Ultra Lite minimizes fatigue during extended carry
  • Powerful Caliber: Chambers .38 Special +P ammunition for effective defensive performance
  • Six-Round Capacity: Provides adequate firepower in a compact platform
  • Proven Action: Double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger allows both defensive and precision shooting
  • Quick Sighting: Serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight enable rapid target acquisition
  • Transfer Bar Safety: Ensures the firearm won't fire if dropped, providing peace of mind in daily carry

Specifications

  • Caliber: .38 Special +P
  • Barrel Length: 2 inches
  • Overall Length: 6.55 inches
  • Overall Height: 4.80 inches
  • Overall Width: 1.41 inches
  • Frame Material: Aluminum with matte copper finish
  • Cylinder Material: Carbon steel with matte black finish
  • Barrel Material: Carbon steel with matte black finish
  • Sight Configuration: Serrated ramp front, fixed rear

Built for Concealment

The 856 Ultra Lite's compact dimensions and featherweight construction make it an ideal choice for those who prioritize concealability without sacrificing stopping power. Whether for home defense or personal protection, this revolver delivers reliability in a package that won't slow you down.

Features

  • design: lightweight, compact
  • intended use: personal defense, concealed carry
  • caliber: .38 special +p
  • capacity: 6 rounds
  • barrel length: 2 inches
  • overall length: 6.55 inches
  • frame material: cerakote copper aluminum
  • cylinder and barrel material: matte black alloy steel
  • action type: da/sa
  • sights: serrated blade front, fixed rear
  • safety: transfer bar mechanism
  • dimensions: length - 6.55 inches, width - 1.41 inches, height - 4.80 inches

Attributes

Action: Double Action/Single Action
Adjustable Objective: N/A
Barrel Finish: Matte Black
Barrel Length: 2"
Caliber: .38 Special
Caliber: .38 Special +P
Capacity: 6 Round
Color: Copper
Cylinder Finish: Matte Black
Drilled & Tapped: No
Finish: Applied Finish
Finish: Copper Cerakote
Frame Description: Alloy Frame
Frame Description: Aluminum Frame
Frame Size: Small
Grips: Black Rubber
Hammer Style: Exposed
Hand Orientation: Right Hand
Illuminated Reticle: No
Model: 856 Ultra-Lite
Model Series: 856
Overall Length: 6.55"
Safety: Transfer Bar
Scope Cover Included: Not Specified
Sights: Fixed Sights
Sights: Removable Serrated Blade/Fixed Rear
Sights: Serrated Ramp Front/Fixed Rear
Silencer Disassembly: Not Specified
Weight: 16 oz