INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GENERAL SAFETY, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

AND LIMITED WARRANTY

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR FIREARM

Important: Keep this manual with your firearm.

The information contained in this manual is useful, both for beginners and experienced shooters. In addition to important information
about the function, cleaning and care of the firearm, this manual contains instructions that may be very helpful in shooting safely.

The most important rule of safe firearm handling is always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction!
 CONTENTS
Firearm Safety....................................................... 6
Get To Know Your Pistol...................................... 14
Ammunition........................................................ 20
Operating Instructions........................................ 24
Disassembly........................................................ 28
Assembly............................................................. 31
Care and Maintenance......................................... 34
Exploded View..................................................... 38
Taurus® Service................................................... 42
TaurusUSA.com /TaurusUSA @taurususa /TaurusUSA Limited Warranty................................................ 44

• Available in .22LR
• 16 round and 10 round capacity WARNING
• Matte black finish
The safety warnings in this booklet are important. By understanding the dangers inherent in the
• Hard anodized slide use of any firearm, and by taking the precautions described herein, you can safely enjoy your
• Single action Taurus® firearm. Failure to follow any of these warnings may result in serious injury to you or
• Adjustable rear sight others, as well as severe damage to the firearm or other property.
• Trigger safety
• Ambidextrous manual safety (Optional)

2 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 3
 NOTES

SIGNAL WORDS AS DEFINED BY

Intentionally left blank ANSI Z535.6 AND Z535.4 STANDARDS.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
DANGER result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WARNING could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

CAUTION could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

4 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 5
FIREARM SAFETY ALWAYS WEAR HEARING PROTECTION. Firearms are loud. The sound they generate is greater
indoors. Repeated exposure to loud noises can cause deafness. Hearing protection is rated by decibel
reduction. Look for “dB” reduction of 30 or more when purchasing ear protection. Modern ear protection
WARNING can allow normal hearing until the sound from the discharge reaches the ear. Layering hearing protection,
for example, wearing 30db rated foam plugs with 20db rated ear muffs, significant protection can
When a firearm discharges, the bullet or shot can strike a person, resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
be achieved.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. In normal operation, firearms emit hot high-velocity gases, particles
The three basic keys to safe handling of firearms:
and metal. These materials flying into your eye can cause blindness. Protect your vision with proper eye
1. KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO FIRE. If you maintain good protection. Any eye protection may be better than none, but look for ANSI Z87.1-2003 certified eyewear for the
trigger discipline, it is extremely unlikely the firearm will fire. best protection.

2. KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION. Even if the firearm discharges, if the muzzle NEVER HANDLE FIREARMS WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Firearms
is pointed in a safe direction, no one will be injured. are dangerous. Handling firearms while impaired by drugs or alcohol is foolhardy and may result in serious
injury or death. This warning includes prescription drugs that contain a warning about using machinery or
3. NEVER TRUST ANY SAFETY MECHANISM. If you adopt the attitude that you will not trust any safety
driving while taking the medication.
mechanism, you will be vigilant about keeping your finger off the trigger and keeping the muzzle pointed
in a safe direction. MODIFIED FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS, AND USE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
“Trigger jobs,” polishing original components or installing aftermarket parts can cause a firearm to function
in ways different than intended. Some such work may also be illegal.
WARNING - KNOW YOUR TARGET DAMAGED FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS, AND USE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Never fire at targets at close range. Ricochets can and do cause death or serious bodily injury. What Repairs should always be made by a qualified gunsmith or by a factory-authorized repair site. Work done
constitutes “close range” depends on many factors including target material, bullet caliber and angle by those unfamiliar with the design can cause a firearm to function in ways different than intended.
of impact.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE OR CLEAN A LOADED FIREARM. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. How often have we heard “But it went off while I was cleaning it!”
KNOW WHAT IS BEHIND YOUR TARGET. Unless you are shooting into a bullet trap designed to capture or, “I did not know it was loaded!” or, “It was jammed, and I tried to take it apart!”?
the type of ammunition you are firing, projectiles may pass through the target and strike anyone or anything
IF A FIREARM GOES OFF, THERE WAS A ROUND OF AMMUNITION IN THE CHAMBER. Period.
beyond. Bullets can travel miles.
“Clear” (or empty) the firearm of all ammunition before disassembling or cleaning.

6 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 7
As owner of your new Taurus® firearm, you are responsible for (1) keeping your finger off the trigger, (2) 3. Trigger Safety. The trigger safety serves the same kind of function as the manual safety. It must be
pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, (3) removing the magazine, (4) pulling the slide to the rear and in the Fire position to fire the pistol. With a trigger safety, the safety moves to the Fire position when you
locking it back and (5) looking and feeling in the magazine well and chamber to confirm the pistol is empty. press the trigger.
An empty firearm cannot fire.
4. Striker Block. The striker block interferes with the forward travel of the striker until the trigger is pulled.

FIREARM SAFETY SYSTEMS Like a trigger safety, pressing the trigger moves this safety component from its “safe” (blocking) position
to its “fire” (free) position.
Firearm safety is supported by a system. With your pistol, the system is made up of the following:
5. Trigger Guard. This is a physical obstruction that helps prevent unintended pressing of the trigger or
1. You! Your involvement in safety cannot be overemphasized. No safety component can keep your finger
trigger safety. Do not modify the trigger guard.
off the trigger and the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Also, you are the key to never trusting any of the
mechanical parts of the safety system. 6. This Manual. Taurus intends for you to use this manual to learn about your pistol and to help you use
your pistol safely. If you use the manual, you will be a long way toward being a knowledgeable and safe
2. Manual Safety (on certain TX22 models). If your firearm is equipped with, always use the manual
firearms owner.
safety. When you need it to work, it needs to be all the way in the Safe position, not half way or at some
other point in its travel. Don’t play with the manual safety and you will avoid accidents.

WARNING
Safe firearm handling must still be followed with safety activated.

Firing Position Safety Position

8 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 9
PISTOL AND REVOLVER SIZE AND SAFETY SAFE CARRY CONDITION
The selection of a revolver versus a pistol as well as the size, caliber and magazine capacity of a handgun “Safe Carry Condition” is the most ready-to-fire condition that the user feels is reasonable under the
are personal choices. There are many choices to be made, and there are advantages and disadvantages circumstances. Generally, we believe that Taurus pistols should be carried with a full magazine and an
for each. When selecting a pistol, size has safety implications because of the way pistols are loaded. empty chamber. Under most circumstances, this provides the best balance of readiness and safety. On
the plus side, if the chamber is empty, unintended discharges are minimized. However, the slide must be
Generally speaking, smaller handguns may require more attention to be handled safely than medium or
manipulated to load a round in the chamber. In emergency circumstances, this can be difficult to do safely
full-size handguns. This is because their small size makes it easier to point the muzzle at your hand or to
and correctly.
“sweep” (swing the muzzle across your body) yourself in ordinary handling.
If the user believes that he or she is faced with an increased threat, chambering a round is appropriate. For
When chambering a round, we recommend pulling the slide to the rear by gripping the rear of the slide,
safety reasons, this should be done beforehand with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, your finger off
with the muzzle pointed straight and away from your body and in a safe direction.
the trigger. If equipped, place the manual safety in the “safe” position. How do you know you may be going
into a more dangerous situation? That depends. If, for example, you carry cash to deposit after a business
closing, this may well qualify. If a domestic partner is actively threatening you, this may qualify as well.

“Safe Carry Condition” is a judgment call and must be made by the user. Some users routinely face greater
threats than others. Users must be aware of their situation and circumstances. Errors in judgment can have
dire and tragic outcomes if firearms are present.

10 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 11
CARRYING FIREARMS FIREARM STORAGE AND GUN LOCKS
Carrying a firearm can be dangerous. Carrying a firearm makes it more difficult to control the muzzle and How you secure your firearm is a personal choice based on the unique circumstances in your home,
makes it more likely that the firearm can be dropped or bumped causing the firearm to fire. business or vehicle and the laws of the state where your firearm is located. Any choice you make about
securing your firearm will present advantages and disadvantages. You must weigh those advantages and
In almost all circumstances, it is safest to carry a handgun in a holster designed for that specific handgun.
disadvantages and choose which security method is best for you and those around you.
Carrying a handgun in a pocket without a specific designed In-Pocket Holster or a trigger shield or in a
waist band without a belt clip is always a last choice. Carrying any handgun in a holster that fits the firearm
and style of carry should prevent it from accidentally falling and you from losing control of the muzzle.
WARNING - LOCKING
Except in rare high-threat circumstances, carry your pistol with a full magazine and an empty chamber.
Never lock a firearm with a round of ammunition in the chamber. Unlocking a loaded firearm makes it more
If the chamber is empty, the pistol cannot fire.
difficult to maintain trigger discipline and to keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.

WARNING - CARRYING
Do not carry your firearm in any way that might let it fall or be bumped. If a firearm falls or is bumped, it WARNING
may fire.
Securing your firearm may inhibit access in a defensive situation and may result in injury or death.

WARNING - CARRYING WARNING

Always review and follow the holster or luggage manufacturer’s instructions or the firearm may fall or be
Failure to secure a firearm may result in injury or death. Properly securing a firearm means storing your
bumped and fire.
firearm unloaded, decocked and securely locked, with all ammunition in a separate location.

12 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 13
GET TO KNOW YOUR PISTOL SPECIFICATIONS
Model TX22 TX22 Competition
SLIDE DISASSEMBLING LATCH
REAR SIGHT Caliber .22LR
FRONT SIGHT
Action Single Action
BARREL
Capacity 16 Rounds/10 Rounds
Barrel Length 4.1" 5.25"
Overall Length 7.06" 8.21"
Overall Height 5.44"
Overall Width 1.25" (at widest point)
MANUAL SAFETY
(ON CERTAIN Weight 17.3 oz. 23.2 oz
MODELS)
Sights Adjustable: 3 White Dot System Adjustable: 3 White Dot System and
Red Dot Mounting System
Materials Slide: High Grade Aluminum
MAGAZINE
TRIGGER Barrel: Alloy Steel
RELEASE
TRIGGER GUARD Grip: Polymer
Safety Devices Striker Block, Trigger Safety, Manual Safety (on certain models)
GRIP
Finish Hard Anodize Black
Remarks Accessory Rail (Picatinny MIL-STD-1913)

MAGAZINE

SLIDE CATCH

14 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 15
SIGHT ADJUSTMENT
WINDAGE ADJUSTMENT

NOTICE The rear sight can also be adjusted for windage. Turn the windage adjusting screw clockwise to move the
notch, and point of impact, to right side. Turn the windage adjusting screw counter-clockwise to move the
To adjust, make sure the firearm is unloaded and always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. notch, and point of impact, to left side.
If possible, leave the slide open (full rearward position) during adjustment.

ELEVATION ADJUSTMENT
The rear sight can be adjusted in elevation to raise or lower the point of impact. When raising the sight, the
point of impact rises. Lowering the sight, the point of impact is lowered.

The sight adjustment does not have a stop at the end, so while adjusting the sight you must pay attention
to the click according to the sight movements (up or down).

16 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 17
LOCKING DEVICE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
It is important to use the locking device on your Taurus firearm!

WARNING - LOCKING DEVICES Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and your fingers outside the trigger guard at all times during
installation of the locking device!
• Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction, including when you are installing or removing your
locking device. To Install the Factory-Supplied Locking Device:

• Always verify that your firearm is completely unloaded (see page 28) before installing your locking device.
1. Remove the magazine from your pistol.
2. Open the action completely, and verify that the firearm
• Do not install locking devices in the trigger guard; always keep your fingers and locking device outside the
is completely unloaded and contains no cartridges or
trigger guard during device installation and removal.
cartridge cases! Use the slide stop to keep the action open
• Store firearms, ammunition and keys separately and securely, away from children and careless adults; do during installation of the locking device.
not store your firearm with the keys in the locking device.
3. Insert the cable directly in your pistol as shown in Figure 1.
• Do not attempt to work the action of your firearm with the locking device in place; this may damage
your firearm. 4. To lock: With the key turned to the farthest clockwise position,
insert the loose end of the cable into the lock. Turn the key
• While locking devices are an important aid to security measures, they are not a substitute for safe firearm
counterclockwise and remove the key.
handling and proper storage. Remember that any mechanical device can be bypassed with enough time,
knowledge, determination and equipment. 5. Once the lock is securely closed,
pull firmly on the lock to test the
LOCKING DEVICES MUST BE USED SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY
connection and be sure it is locked. WARNING
Do not leave or store your firearm
with the key in the lock! Store your Never leave your keys in the
locked, unloaded firearm and the
lock when the lock is installed
on the firearm.
key in secure, separate locations,
away from ammunition, children,
and careless adults.

18 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 19
AMMUNITION

WARNING WARNING - LEAD EXPOSURE

Using the wrong ammunition in your pistol can result in serious bodily injury and damage to your pistol. Make Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead
certain the ammunition you load in the magazine is the same caliber as is marked on the pistol. and other substances known to the state of California to cause birth defects, reproductive harm and other serious physical
injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure with soap and cold water.

WARNING - AMMUNITION AND INDUSTRY STANDARDS SHOOTING OR CLEANING GUNS MAY EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD

Use only clean, dry factory-loaded ammunition. Old, damaged, wet or oily ammunition may fire at pressures
higher than industry standard, causing injury to you and bystanders or damage to your pistol.

Do not use reloaded ammunition in your pistol. Its firing pressures are unknown and may well exceed
industry standard, causing injury to you and bystanders or damage to your pistol.

Odd sounds are signs of trouble. If a round “does not sound right” when it goes off, stop firing right away.
A bullet may be stuck in the barrel. Firing the pistol in this condition may cause pressures higher than
industry standard, causing injury to you and bystanders or damage to your pistol.

If you hear any odd sounds when firing your pistol, stop firing, clear the pistol and “field strip” (or disassemble)
the pistol in accordance with the procedures listed in this manual. Once the barrel is removed from the slide,
look down the bore. If you do not see light, there is something stuck in the bore. Do not fire the pistol again,
and take the pistol to a competent gunsmith or contact the Taurus® Service department at 800-327-3776.

20 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 21
FIREARMS ARE NOT ALL ALIKE
Many makes and models of firearms might LOOK nearly the same. However, they differ widely in design, WARNING - ANY GUN MAY FIRE IF DROPPED
operation, and in the location and function of various controls. You may access the Taurus website at
If dropped or struck, the pistol may fire.
TaurusUSA.com to view and print manuals.

“JAMS”
SOMETIMES A CARTRIDGE OR SHELL CASE MAY BECOME “JAMMED” OR STUCK IN THE PISTOL. WARNING
TO CLEAR THE JAM, (1) POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE DIRECTION, (2) KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE
If dropped or struck the firearm should be inspected by a trained armorer/gunsmith for a complete function
TRIGGER, (3) REMOVE THE MAGAZINE, THEN (4) PULL BACK THE SLIDE AND LOCK IT TO THE REAR. check. After the firearm was dropped or struck, mechanisms, including automatic safeties, may not function
THE JAMMED CARTRIDGE OR CASE CAN NOW BE REMOVED BY SHAKING OR PICKING IT OUT. as intended resulting in accidental death or serious injury.

22 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 23
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. To remove the magazine press the magazine release button, 4. Hold the pistol with one hand keeping your finger away from the
located near the trigger guard, with your thumb. trigger. With the other hand pull the slide to its limit and release it,
so the slide will go forward under recoil spring pressure and will
insert one cartridge into the chamber.

1 4 5. The pistol is now ready-to-fire by pulling the trigger. After firing, the
slide will recoil from gas pressure, ejecting the empty case and feed
another cartridge into the chamber from the magazine. The pistol is
now ready to fire again.
2. To load a magazine hold the bottom of the magazine with
one hand and pull down on the magazine loading button
6. After the last round is fired, the slide will remain in the open
using your thumb. With your other thumb insert the cartridges
position held by the slide catch.
one at a time, pressing them down and to the rear fully under
the lips of the magazine. Repeat until the magazine is loaded
2 to magazine capacity.

3. Insert the magazine into the pistol until it is held by the magazine
catch. If the magazine is not correctly inserted into the pistol, it
might fall out when you fire the gun.

24 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 25
 7. If you want to stop shooting before firing the last cartridge of
a magazine, (1) keep your finger off of the trigger, (2) point the CAUTION
muzzle in a safe direction (3) remove the magazine by pressing
the magazine release button (4) pull the slide to the rear and lock If your pistol is equipped with a manual safety, failure to make sure that the manual safety lever is all the
it back and (5) look and feel the magazine well and chamber to way in the "off" position will result in damage to the pistol.

7 confirm the pistol is empty. An empty firearm cannot fire.

WARNING - FIRING
WARNING
The slide opens and shuts quickly while firing. Keep face and hands away from the rear of the slide.
These Taurus pistols do not have a magazine disconnect (safety). They are capable of firing with Hot brass is ejected quickly and can burn you. Always wear shooting glasses, hat with brim, and
magazine removed. hearing protection.

WARNING WARNING - ANY GUN MAY FIRE IF DROPPED

If dropped or struck, the pistol may fire.
If your pistol is equipped with a manual safety, the manual safety lever must be in fully engaged for the
manual safety to work.

WARNING
The firearm should never be operated with the manual safety lever between the "on" and "off" positions.
Failure to make certain the manual safety lever is all the way "on" can result in accident, serious bodily injury
or even death.

26 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 27
DISASSEMBLY
4. Release the recoil spring assembly from its
WARNING 2
1
position on the bottom of the barrel.

Always wear eye protection specified for use with firearms (ANSI Z87.1+) every time you handle your firearm
for cleaning and maintenance. WARNING
4
Please take care to prevent the forcible ejection of the slide spring
1. Before disassembly always (1) Keep your finger off or the trigger,
assembly plate and compressed slide spring assembly.
(2) point the muzzle in a safe direction (3) remove the magazine
by pressing the magazine release button (4) pull the slide to the
rear and lock it back and (5) look and feel the magazine well and 5. Remove the barrel from the slide by pulling it to
chamber to confirm the pistol is empty. An empty firearm cannot fire. the front and down.

1
WARNING
WARNING 5
No further disassembly is recommended unless done by a
qualified gunsmith.
After removing the magazine, always check the chamber and make
sure it is empty.
2
2. Hold the pistol in your hand in such a way that four fingers rest
over the slide and your thumb rests on the rear of the grip. With
the other hand, pull the disassembly latch down. Release the
disassembly latch.

3 3. Pull and release the trigger. Push the slide

forward 1/2" and lift the slide off the grip.

28 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 29
MAGAZINE DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY
In order to reassemble the pistol, proceed by reversing the disassembly procedure while observing the
following details:
WARNING 1. Insert the barrel in the slide and guide it to the
rearmost position.
Use care to prevent the forcible ejection of the magazine base
retainer and compressed magazine spring.
1 1

2
1) To disassemble, use a punch to press in on the magazine 1
base retainer.

2) Slide the magazine base cap toward the front of the magazine 2. Insert the recoil spring assembly into the slide
1
according to picture 1 and 2. 2 over the barrel, compressing the spring slightly to
get it into position.
3) Withdraw the magazine base retainer and magazine spring
2 from magazine tube. Turn the magazine upside down until the
follower is in the lowest position. Push the magazine loading 2
button out of the follower and remove the follower.
3. Line up the slide cut rail openings with the rails on
4) Assemble in reverse order. the frame. Gently push the slide down on the frame and
then rack the slide back. The disassembly latch will

WARNING latch back in place on its own.

3
Always wear eye protection that is specified for use with firearms
(ANSI Z87.1+) every time you handle your firearm for cleaning
and maintenance. 4. You should cycle the slide several times, with no
3 magazine inserted and no rounds in the chamber,
to insure that the barrel / slide / frame relationship
is correct.
4

30 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 31
SUPPRESSOR ADAPTER COLLAR INSTALLATION REVERSIBLE MAGAZINE RELEASE
The TX22 pistol comes with a suppressor adapter collar so that it can be used with a suppressor. The TX22 pistol features a reversible magazine release. It comes
The suppressor adapter collar features an external thread of 1/2-28 which is compatible with the configured from the factory for right handed use. To convert the
majority of .22LR suppressors available on the market. Use the following directions to install the magazine release to left-handed use, follow the procedure below.
suppressor adapter collar. 1. Before proceeding always (1) keep your finger off the trigger,
1. Before installation always (1) keep your finger off the trigger, (2) point the muzzle in a safe direction (2) point the muzzle in a safe direction (3) remove the magazine
(3) remove the magazine by pressing the magazine release button (4) pull the slide to the rear and by pressing the magazine release button (4) pull the slide to
lock it back and (5) look and feel that the magazine well and chamber to confirm the pistol is empty. the rear and lock it back and (5) look and feel the magazine well and
An empty firearm cannot fire. chamber to confirm the pistol is empty. An empty firearm cannot fire.

2. Follow direction for disassembly of the pistol on page 28. The

WARNING magazine release spring is inside the magazine well. (Fig. 1)
After removing the magazine, always check the chamber and make sure it is empty. 3. While holding the magazine release in place with your fingers, 1
use a flathead screwdriver to slide the magazine release spring
2. Prior to installing the suppressor adapter collar, the barrel thread collar needs to be removed from out of its groove in the magazine release. (Fig. 2)
the barrel.
4. Remove the magazine release spring from the grip.
3. Point the gun away from you. Use a 3/8 inch open ended wrench to turn the barrel thread collar
counterclockwise and loosen it from the barrel. Once loosened, remove it from the barrel using 5. Remove the magazine release from its slot in the grip.
your fingers. 6. Re-insert the magazine release reversed inside the grip from
4. While keeping the barrel pointed away from you, take the suppressor adapter collar and start gently the left side of the grip.
threading it by hand on the end of the barrel. Once fully threaded on the barrel end, use a 9/16 inch 7. Place the magazine release spring back into it's hole in
open ended wrench to firmly tighten the suppressor adapter collar. the grip and position the top end of it into the groove of the
5. A suppressor of your choice can now be hand tightened to the suppressor adapter collar. Ensure magazine release.
you only use a suppressor with a 1/2-28 threads. Be careful to install the suppressor properly to prevent
damage to the threads on your suppressor adapter collar.
2
NOTICE
Only use subsonic or standard velocity ammunition in your pistol when using a suppressor.

32 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 33
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your pistol may be cleaned and lubricated under WARNING
normal conditions with the disassembly steps
Before cleaning, (1) point the muzzle in a safe
described in pages 28-31.
direction, (2) keep your finger off the trigger,
In order to keep a firearm safe to use, it must be (3) remove the magazine, then (4) pull back the
kept clean and covered with a light film of good slide and lock it to the rear, (5) look and feel the

quality oil to prevent corrosion. The barrel bore magazine well and chamber to confirm the pistol
is empty. Never attempt to clean a loaded firearm.
should be cleaned and left free of debris.

For normal cleaning, rub the pistol with a lightly

oiled cloth. In the same way, proceed with the
bore of the barrel. Excess oil should be removed.
Dust should be removed from all crevices with a small clean brush.

Intentionally left blank

34 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 35
TX22 COMPETITION OPTICS MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Place your red dot optic over the mounting plate
and ensure that the bottom of the sight is properly

WARNING aligned with its corresponding alignment pins

on the mounting plate.
Always keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction.
3. Use the screws supplied with your red dot optic.

4.Place a small amount of Loctite 262 on the

WARNING thread of each screw.

Do not attempt to install an optic mount on a loaded firearm. 5.Screw in the two screws applying 5.3 in-lbs
of torque.

6. Let the Loctite cure for a period of 24 hours

WARNING before using the firearm.

Ensure the firearm is not loaded.

WARNING
WARNING Inspect the mounting screws on the red dot optic before firing. A loose optic can detach upon recoil of the
Wear safety glasses when removing, installing, or firing your pistol with the red dot optic installed. firearm and strike you or a bystander and cause injury. Tighten loose mounting screws before firing.

The Taurus Competition model comes with 2 adapter plates. The table on page 37 of this manual
Sight Model Plate Designation
to select the proper adapter plate for your red dot optic. Plates are marked with dots to
identify them. Trijicon RMR

1. Place the desired adapter plate on the base which is mounted C-More STS2
on your TX22 competition barrel. Vortex Venom/Doctor Noblex/Burris Fast Fire/Sightmark Mini

Holosun HS507C

Leupold Delta Point Pro

36 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 37
TX22 EXPLODED VIEW PART LIST
1 GRIP 36 HOUSING, STRIKER LEFT
57
38 36
50
2 BLOCK, CENTRAL 37 HOUSING, STRIKER RIGHT
40
49 3 LEVER, TAKEDOWN 38 STRIKER
43 4 LEVER, SLIDE CATCH 39 BLOCK, STRIKER
44
35 5 RELEASE, MAGAZINE 40 CAP, SLIDE
54

55
6 TRIGGER 41 EXTRACTOR
46 54 7 TRIGGER SHOE 42 PLUNGER, EXTRACTOR
39
8 BAR, TRIGGER 43 RETAINER, SLIDE CAP
47
37 45
42
51
52
9 SPRING, TRIGGER SAFETY 44 SPRING, STRIKER
41 53 48
10 PIN, TRIGGER 45 SPRING, EXTRACTOR
56
11 PIN, DOWEL 46 SPRING, STRIKER BLOCK
12

15
12 PIN, DOWEL 47 PIN, COILED SPRING
34 13 HOUSING, FIRE CONTROL 48 FRONT SIGHT
21
17
14 BUSHING, SEAR TRIP 49 SIGHT BASE
18 19
31
15 SEAR 50 ADJUSTABLE SIGHT
13
24
29
16 SEAR TRIP 51 VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT SIGHT SCREW
22
14
4
65
17 EJECTOR 52 HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT SIGHT SCREW
20 23 18 DISCONNECTER 53 ADJUSTMENT SCREW PIN GUIDE
2

26 19 SAFETY, MANUAL LEFT 54 BALL BEARING

3
16 12
32
20 SAFETY, MANUAL RIGHT 55 ADJUSTABLE SCREW SPRING
6
8 27
21 SPRING, SEAR 56 SIGHT SCREW
9
33 22 SPRING, MANUAL SAFETY 57 PLACEMENT SIGHT SCREW
59
58 23 SPRING, SEAR TRIP 58 MAGAZINE TUBE
11 28 24 PIN, DOWEL 59 FOLLOWER
10
7
64
25 PIN, COILED SPRING 60 RETAINER, MAGAZINE BASE
62
25 26 PIN, COILED SPRING 61 CAP, MAG BASE
27 SPRING, TRIGGER BAR 62 BUTTON, MAGAZINE LOADING
28 SPRING, TAKEDOWN 63 SPRING, MAGAZINE
63 1 29 SPRING, SLIDE LOCK 64 SPRING, RECOIL
25
30 SPRING, MAG CATCH 65 COLLAR, SUPPRESSOR ADAPTER
60
31 BARREL, THREADED
61 32 COLLAR, BARREL THREAD
33 ROD, RECOIL
34 SLIDE
5
35 INSERT, IMPACT
30

38 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 39
TX22 COMPETITION UPPER EXPLODED VIEW PART LIST
1 BARREL, THREADED
2 SCREW, 6-32 FLAT HEAD
3 MOUNTING PLATE
4 MOUNTING PLATE
5 MOUNT, RED DOT
6 THREAD PROTECTOR
7 SPRING, RECOIL
8 SLIDE
9 IMPACT INSERT
10 HOUSING, STRIKER LEFT
11 HOUSING, STRIKER RIGHT
12 STRIKER
13 STRIKER BLOCK
14 SLIDE CAP
15 EXTRACTOR
16 EJECTOR PLUNGER
17 SLIDE CAP RETAINER
18 STRIKER SPRING
19 EXTRACTOR SPRING
20 STRIKER BLOCK SPRING
21 PIN, COILED SPRING
22 FRONT SIGHT
23 SIGHT SCREW
24 ASSY, REAR SIGH
25 PLACEMENT SIGHT SCREW
26 ROD, RECOIL

40 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 41
TAURUS SERVICE PARTS
Should your firearm require adjustment or repair contact our Customer Care department at 800-327-3776. Firearms require periodic maintenance, inspection, adjustment and repair. If your pistol has a malfunction,
be safe. Stop firing, “clear” and unload the pistol and take it to a qualified gunsmith. Before shooting it again,
Please follow these suggestions to expedite service in the United States to return any firearm to us for
contact our Customer Care department if you have any questions.
adjustment or repair.
If water, sand, or other foreign matter gets in your pistol, field strip it (see pages 28-29) and thoroughly
1. Federal law permits you to return your firearm to the manufacturer for service via common carriers.
clean it. Failure to keep your firearm clean and in proper working order can be dangerous.
However, state and local firearms laws vary greatly; you should consult your local prosecuting attorney
regarding any restrictive laws in your jurisdiction regarding your shipment or receipt of firearms. With the Our Customer Care department maintains a full stock of replacement parts for current Taurus firearms.
above in mind, it is strongly recommended that any firearm sent to us for repair be sent through a federally Even though most gunsmiths have the knowledge, training and ability to make the necessary repairs to
licensed dealer. your firearm, the skill and workmanship of any particular gunsmith is totally beyond our control. Should
your firearm require service, return it to our Customer Care department.
2. All firearms must be shipped to us prepaid. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT COLLECT SHIPMENTS.
Remember, unauthorized adjustments or parts replacement can void your warranty. If you choose to have
3. Warranty Service: If your product is covered under the Taurus® Limited Lifetime Warranty (https://
someone else do the required work, the purchaser and/or installer of parts must accept full responsibility
warranty.taurususa.com ) or was manufactured prior to January 1, 2017, you must contact Taurus to receive
for the correct adjustment and function of the firearm.
warranty service. You may contact Taurus by calling 800-327-3776, logging onto https://taurususa.com,
or in writing: Taurus, Attn: Warranty Service, 100 Taurus Way, Bainbridge, GA 39817. Please include a
description of the claimed defect, along with your name, address, telephone number, model and serial
number of your firearm, proof of purchase, and date of purchase.

4. FIREARMS MUST BE SHIPPED UNLOADED. Double check the chambers of your firearm before
shipping. If firearms are sent to Taurus in a loaded condition, we are required by law to notify the
Federal authorities.

5. DO NOT include telescopic sights, custom grips, holsters, or other accessories with any firearm shipped
to us.

42 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 43
 Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedy.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY IMPARTED BY STATE LAW WILL BE LIMITED
TO ONE (1) YEAR.

Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above-limitation may
not apply to you.

ANY AND ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED
UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES.

Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

Taurus will not be responsible for:

1. Defects or malfunctions resulting from careless handling, unauthorized adjustments or modifications.

2. Use of defective or improper ammunition, reloaded ammunition, corrosion, neglect, abuse, ordinary
TAURUS® LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY wear and tear or unreasonable use.
Taurus® hereby provides the following LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY, to the original purchaser of
3. Criminal misuse, negligence or use under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
the enclosed Taurus firearm subject to the terms and conditions set forth below. THIS IS THE ONLY
WARRANTY EXTENDED BY TAURUS COVERING THIS FIREARM. How do you obtain warranty service?
The warranty becomes effective only if activated by the original purchaser within thirty (30) days of
What does the warranty cover and what is its duration?
the purchase date by registering online at: https://warranty.taurususa.com or by calling Taurus at
Taurus warrants to the original purchaser that the enclosed firearm was made free of defects in material,
800-327-3776.
function, and workmanship. Taurus promises to remedy any defect in material, function or workmanship for
the entire time that the original purchaser owns the firearm. This warranty covers the firearm’s finish, grips, You must contact Taurus to receive warranty service. You may contact Taurus by calling 800-327-3776,
magazines, sights or accessories for the first year. Any claims of defect related to lasers must be directed logging onto https://taurususa.com, or in writing: Taurus, Attn: Warranty Service, 100 Taurus Way,
to the manufacturer of the laser. This warranty terminates automatically upon the transfer of this firearm to Bainbridge, GA 39817. Please include a description of the claimed defect, along with your name, address,
any individual or entity other than the original purchaser. telephone number, model and serial number of your firearm, proof of purchase, and date of purchase.

44 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 45
NOTES

46 Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and finger off the trigger. 47
IMPORTANT
DO NOT DISCARD
KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE FIREARM
UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP.

TAURUS INTERNATIONAL
MANUFACTURING, INC.
100 Taurus Way
Bainbridge, GA 39817
Telephone: 1-800-327-3776

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