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Taurus
Model Millennium PT-138
Taurus Pistol Millennium PT-138 .380 Auto Variant-2
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.232-in
Length:6.125-in Height:4.917-in
Barrel:3.25-in Weight:18.7-oz
Variant 2 of 2
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (90 grain bullet)87210
  • Recoil Factor (90 grain bullet)2.88 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity11 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor62%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1999 - 2004
Caliber:.380 Auto
Action:semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:frame mounted safety, firing pin block
Magazine:10-round
Frame:black polymer
Grip:integrated polymer
Sights:3-dot fixed
Notes:stainless slide
Manufacturer
Forjas Taurus SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$438.00Used Est:$300.00
Last Update:2/4/2023
About the Gun

Taurus Millennium series pistols are manufactured with injection molded polymer frames, and blued carbon steel, stainless steel, or titanium slides. The 'Standard' series Millennium pistols are striker fired and incorporate a double-action only (DAO) trigger. The Millennium line includes several innovative safety features including a positive firing pin block as well as the 'Taurus Safety Latch', a transfer bar safety which prevents firing of the pistol unless the trigger is pulled.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .380 Automatic
Alias: 9mm Browning Short
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:90 grains
MV:969 ft/sec ME:188 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Designed by John Browning and introduced by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium, this cartridge has achieved world-wide acceptance and has even been adopted as the standard pistol cartridge by several governments. One reason for the round's success is that it is the largest practical cartridge that can be easily adapted to small automatic pocket pistols. Ballistics fall far short of even the 9mm Luger, but still prove adequate for most self-defense situations. The round has established quite a niche position in this role, often being chosen over more traditional small calibers such as the .25 and .32 Autos.

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