Taurus 1TX22131VL10 TX22C w/Optic 3.6" 11-Round Threaded Barrel Pistol

The Taurus TX22C with Optic 3.6" 11-Round Threaded Barrel Pistol delivers a proven .22 LR platform built for rimfire accuracy and low-recoil training. Purpose-designed for shooters who demand reliable performance without the report and expense of centerfire calibers, this compact pistol excels as a secondary trainer, suppressor host, or dedicated plinking tool. The factory-installed optic eliminates setup delays, allowing immediate sight picture verification—critical for new shooters transitioning from iron sights or validating fundamentals across different grip angles and platforms.

Built with a threaded 3.6-inch barrel, the TX22C accepts standard 1/2x28 suppressors, dramatically reducing sound signature and recoil impulse for extended training sessions without hearing protection fatigue. The 11-round single-stack magazine provides manageable capacity in a frame short enough for appendix, ankle, or off-body carry—ideal for law enforcement backup roles or civilian self-defense where discretion matters. Weighing just 1.89 pounds and measuring 6.4 inches overall, this pistol maintains minimal reciprocating mass while the fixed barrel design enhances rimfire accuracy by reducing lock-time variables. The integrated optic rail mount accommodates multiple sight platforms, and the low-bore axis reduces muzzle flip for faster target reacquisition in rapid-fire drills.

Law enforcement and military operators benefit from the TX22C's role in force-on-force training and ammunition-efficient qualification cycles—a single round costs a fraction of 9mm, reducing per-shooter training budgets on tight ranges. Civilian shooters find it invaluable for introducing new shooters to pistol mechanics, diagnosing trigger control issues, and maintaining skill during ammo shortages. The threaded barrel opens suppressor compatibility, making it an excellent choice for hearing-safe training environments where centerfire suppressors create legal or practical complications. Ensure ammunition compatibility with standard .22 LR loads; the pistol cycles most reliably with high-velocity rounds and may require shooting technique adjustment with subsonic ammunition.