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Taurus
Model 856
Taurus Revolver 856 .38 Spl +P Variant-7
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.41-in
Length:6.55-in Height:4.8-in
Barrel:2-in Weight:16-oz
Variant 7 of 14
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (125 grain bullet)107875
  • Recoil Factor (125 grain bullet)6.16 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor52%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2019 -
Caliber:.38 Spl +P
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:transfer bar
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:anodized aluminum
Grip:black rubber
Sights:fixed blade and notch
Notes:Ultra-Lite variant, azure blue/gray finish
Manufacturer
Forjas Taurus SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$370.00Used Est:$295.00
Last Update:10/4/2023
About the Gun

This small frame double-action revolver was first produced between 2008 and 2012 in blued finish or stainless steel. This all-steel variant was re-introduced in 2018, followed by an aluminum alloy frame (Ultra-Lite) variant in 2019. The Ultra-Lite variants are available in various colors.

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:863 ft/sec ME:207 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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