Taurus PT92 5" Stainless 9mm Pistol
Taurus PT92 in stainless steel with 5-inch barrel, chambered in 9mm with 17-round capacity. A reliable, full-size duty pistol built on proven design principles.
Taurus PT92 5" Stainless Steel 9mm
The Taurus PT92 represents a straightforward approach to full-size pistol design. This stainless steel model chambers the 9mm cartridge and feeds from a 17-round magazine, providing substantial capacity for defensive or recreational shooting.
Key Features
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Caliber: 9mm
- Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
- Finish: Stainless steel
- Frame: Full-size steel construction
- Action: Double-action/single-action with exposed hammer
Design and Function
The PT92 employs a locked-breech, short-recoil operating system that has proven reliable across thousands of rounds. The double-action/single-action trigger allows shooters to carry with the hammer down for safety, then transition to single-action for subsequent shots. The exposed hammer provides positive feedback and manual control.
The stainless steel construction resists corrosion and requires minimal maintenance compared to blued finishes. The full-size frame accommodates a wide grip, distributing recoil impulse and reducing felt kick.
Practical Considerations
This is a straightforward, no-nonsense pistol suitable for home defense, sport shooting, or duty use. The 17-round capacity provides adequate ammunition for most scenarios, and the 5-inch barrel balances velocity with practical handling characteristics.
