Taurus Defender 856 Ultra Lite .38 Special Revolver

$397.76 Out of stock

Lightweight 6-shot .38 Special revolver weighing just 16 ounces with a 3-inch barrel. Features night sights, Hogue rubber grips, matte stainless finish, and double/single action for reliable personal defense.

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The Taurus Defender 856 Ultra Lite Revolver

Lightweight. Easy to conceal. Exceptionally reliable. The Taurus Defender 856 is purpose-built for personal defense and everyday carry, delivering dependable performance in a compact, manageable package.

Key Features

  • Caliber: .38 Special +P
  • Capacity: 6 rounds
  • Barrel Length: 3 inches
  • Action: Double/Single Action (DA/SA)
  • Weight: 16 ounces
  • Overall Length: 7.50 inches
  • Finish: Matte stainless steel
  • Sights: Night sights with orange outline for low-light shooting
  • Grips: Black Hogue rubber with finger grooves for secure handling
  • Safety: Transfer bar safety mechanism
  • Hammer: Exposed for traditional revolver operation

Why Choose the Defender 856?

The ultra-lightweight aluminum frame keeps this revolver at just 16 ounces, making it ideal for concealed carry without sacrificing shootability. The small frame fits naturally in the hand while remaining controllable during rapid fire.

Night sights allow you to engage targets in low-light conditions—a critical feature for defensive use. The Hogue rubber grips provide positive control and reduce felt recoil, while the matte stainless finish resists corrosion and requires minimal maintenance.

The double/single action trigger allows you to carry safely with the hammer down while still delivering fast, accurate follow-up shots when needed. This is a revolver that works when it matters most.

Features

  • 3" barrel
  • da/sa action
  • hogue rubber grips
  • night sights included
  • transfer bar safety

Attributes

Action: Double Action/Single Action
Adjustable Objective: N/A
Barrel Finish: Matte
Barrel Length: 3"
Caliber: .38 Special
Caliber: .38 Special +P
Capacity: 6 Round
Color: Silver
Cylinder Finish: Matte
Drilled & Tapped: No
Finish: Matte Stainless Steel
Finish: Stainless Steel
Frame Description: Stainless Steel Frame
Frame Size: Small
Grips: Black Rubber
Grips: Hogue Finger Groove Monogrip
Hammer Style: Exposed
Hand Orientation: Right Hand
Illuminated Reticle: No
Model: 856 Ultra-Lite
Model Series: 856
Overall Length: 7.5"
Scope Cover Included: Not Specified
Sights: Fixed Sights
Sights: Orange Outline Night Sight Front
Sights: Tritium Night Front/Fixed Rear
Silencer Disassembly: Not Specified
Weight: 17.36 oz