Taurus 22TUC .22 LR Micro-Compact Concealed Carry Pistol

The Ultimate Carry Gun

The Taurus 22TUC represents a fundamental truth in personal protection: the best defensive firearm is the one you'll actually carry. This ultra-lightweight .22 LR micro-compact pistol embraces that philosophy with a design focused on simplicity, reliability, and genuine shootability.

Innovative Design Features

Tip-Up Barrel System The 22TUC's most distinctive feature is its tip-up barrel mechanism. This allows you to load the chamber directly without racking the slide—a genuine advantage for shooters with limited hand strength or those seeking the fastest possible first-round readiness.

Double-Action Trigger The trigger system draws inspiration from proven defensive revolver designs. The double-action mechanism provides sufficient hammer strike to reliably ignite rimfire ammunition while maintaining a smooth, predictable trigger press throughout its entire travel.

Practical Specifications

• Caliber: .22 LR
• Capacity: 9 rounds
• Barrel Length: 2.5 inches
• Sights: Fixed orange dot sights for quick target acquisition
• Slide: Matte stainless steel with serrated edges
• Frame: Black polymer for lightweight carry
• Action: Double-action only

Why .22 LR for Carry?

Modern .22 LR ammunition has evolved significantly. Today's rimfire loads offer terminal ballistics suitable for personal protection, combined with minimal recoil and muzzle blast. This makes the 22TUC genuinely controllable for accurate follow-up shots—a critical factor in any defensive scenario.

Built for Carry

At its core, the 22TUC solves a real problem: creating a firearm so lightweight and compact that you'll actually have it with you. The polymer frame keeps weight minimal, while the stainless steel slide provides durability. Nine rounds of .22 LR beats zero rounds of anything else.

Taurus USA has engineered the 22TUC as an affordable, reliable option for those seeking genuine everyday carry capability.