Taurus 22TUC .22 LR 2.5 in | 9rd | Tip-Up Barrel

The Taurus 22TUC is a micro-compact, .22 LR semi-automatic pistol built for light carry and easy handling. It features a 2.5-inch tip-up stainless barrel, a black polymer frame and a gold PVD serrated stainless slide. The slide is not drilled and tapped for optics, so adding a red-dot will typically require a mounting plate or slide modification; for those who want a compact reflex that pairs visually and functionally, the Holosun 507K (or a similar micro red dot under $1000) is a reasonable choice when installed with the proper mount.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Taurus.
• The model is listed as 22TUC.
• The manufacturer’s part number is 1-22TUC13G.
• The caliber is .22 LR.
• The magazine capacity is 9 rounds.
• The barrel length is 2.50 inches.
• The action type is Double Action Only (DAO).
• The frame material is black polymer.
• The slide material is stainless steel with a gold PVD finish.
• The barrel description is a steel tip-up design to simplify loading.
• The sights are fixed front and rear.
• The overall length is 5.00 inches.
• The unloaded weight is 10 ounces.
• The package includes one 9-round magazine.
• The UPC is 725327943532.

Compact and straightforward, the 22TUC favors simple operation and minimal carry burden. Its tip-up barrel eases chambering of rimfire rounds, the lightweight polymer frame keeps carry weight low, and the 9-round magazine provides usable capacity in a micro-compact footprint. This pistol is well suited to everyday carry for shooters who prefer minimal recoil and inexpensive practice ammo, and it makes an effective platform for basic range training and recreational target shooting. Consider a compact red-dot and an appropriate mounting solution if you want faster sight acquisition, but note the slide will typically require a mounting plate or professional work since it is not drilled and tapped.

Owners commonly praise the 22TUC for its light weight and the convenience of the tip-up barrel for loading, and many note appreciation for the 9-round capacity in such a small package.

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