The 1911 aficionado will recognize the Taurus 1911™ Officer model in 45 ACP as the perfect sidearm for personal protection or off-duty carry. This compact, concealable 6+1 round pistol offers reliable carry with an affordable price tag. The 3-1/2” barrel is the shortest in the Taurus 1911™ line with an overall length of 7.2”, making it the perfect companion for carry, self defense or home use. The Officer features a discreet black on black finish, Novak® drift adjustable front and rear sights and checkered black grips.
Finish: Matte Black
Caliber: 45 ACP
Grips: Checkered Black
Capacity: 6 +1
Weight: 34.5 oz
Barrel Length: 3.50"
Height: 5.1"
Width: 1.25"
Action: SA
Front Sight: Novak Drift Adjustable
Length: 7.2"
Safety: Manual Safety,Manual Safety
Rear Sight: Novak Drift Adjustable
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available. — Craig Boddington
