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Taurus
Model Defender 856
Taurus Revolver Defender 856 .38 Spl +P Variant-3
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Gun Dimensions Width:1.41-in
Length:7.5-in Height:4.8-in
Barrel:3-in Weight:23.52-oz
Variant 3 of 6
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (125 grain bullet)116000
  • Recoil Factor (125 grain bullet)4.69 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor54%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2020 -
Caliber:.38 Spl +P
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:transfer bar
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:Hogue black rubber
Sights:tritium front, fixed notch rear
Notes:matte black finish
Manufacturer
Forjas Taurus SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$430.00Used Est:$325.00
Last Update:1/29/2025
About the Gun

Lightweight small frame double action revolver. Stainless-steel barrel with a full-length underlug. The muzzle has a recessed crown, and the front sight is pinned to the barrel. Traditional-style fixed rear sight. Checkered hammer spur.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .38 Special +P
Alias: .38 Smith & Wesson Special +P
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:125 grains
MV:928 ft/sec ME:239 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

In 1974, SAAMI established standards for a .38 Special cartridge with a gunpowder load that generated a higher firing pressure than the standard cartridge. Designated with a +P suffix, this cartridge has a significant, but not huge, increase in performance over the standard .38 Special cartridge.

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