Taurus 327
- Category
- Pistol
- Barrel
- 51 mm
- Weight, empty
- 624 g
- Introduced
- 2022
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Taurus 327 is a compact, small-frame, double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .327 Federal Magnum. Introduced in 2022, it is one of the few modern revolvers chambered for this high-pressure cartridge, which offers near-.357 Magnum performance in a smaller package with less felt recoil and one extra round of capacity compared to typical .38 Special snub-nose revolvers. Built on an all-steel frame with a 2-inch barrel, the 327 holds six rounds in its cylinder and is also compatible with .32 H&R Magnum and .32 S&W Long cartridges. The revolver features a transfer bar safety system, exposed hammer for single-action cocking, a removable serrated blade front sight, and a fixed no-snag rear channel sight designed for snag-free concealed carry. The recoil-absorbing rubber grip helps manage the substantial energy of the .327 Federal Magnum cartridge from this lightweight platform. At 22 ounces unloaded, the Taurus 327 is purpose-built as a self-defense and concealed carry revolver that delivers a meaningful ballistic advantage over .38 Special without the size or weight penalty of a .357 Magnum revolver.
Taurus's semi-automatic pistol development accelerated dramatically after acquiring Beretta's Brazilian manufacturing facility in 1980, and the company has since developed an increasingly independent lineup of original designs alongside their proven Beretta-derived models.
The .327 Federal Magnum cartridge operates at 45,000 PSI, making it one of the highest-pressure handgun cartridges in production. Despite this, the Taurus 327's all-steel construction handles it without issue. The 2-inch barrel results in significant velocity loss compared to factory-listed specifications (typically tested in 4-inch barrels), with real-world muzzle velocities from the 2-inch barrel running approximately 1,100-1,260 fps with 100-grain bullets versus the listed 1,500 fps. The ability to also chamber .32 H&R Magnum and .32 S&W Long makes it a versatile revolver for practice shooting with reduced-power loads. The double-action trigger pull on the 2-inch model is notably heavy at approximately 16 lbs (71 N), which is typical for small-frame defensive revolvers but can hinder accuracy for less experienced shooters. The Defender T.O.R.O. variant adds a 3-inch barrel, optics-ready top rail, and a slightly lower trigger pull weight. MSRP starts at approximately $500.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Taurus
- Category
- Pistol
- Country
- Brazil
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2022
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 51 mm
- Overall length
- 166 mm
- Height
- 122 mm
- Width
- 36 mm
- Weight, empty
- 624 g
- Weight, loaded
- 663 g
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Firing mechanism
- Double action single action
- Trigger
- Double action
- Trigger pull
- 71.0 N
- Capacity
- 6
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Carbon steel
- Barrel
- Carbon steel
- Finish
- Matte black
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 384 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 478 J
- Effective range
- 25 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
No load solved for this record yetThe flight path is computed from a cartridge and a bullet. This record has no ammunition filed against its chambering, so there is nothing to solve.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Small frame
Da sa trigger
Exposed hammer
Recoil absorbing rubber grip
Removable serrated front sight
Fixed rear sight
Multi caliber cylinder
Six shot cylinder
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 1,909 pistols | 624 g | 794 g | Lighter than about 70% |
| Overall lengthAmong 1,911 pistols | 166 mm | 196 mm | Shorter than about 80% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 1,941 pistols | 51 mm | 102 mm | Shorter than about 90% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 1,962 pistols | 6 | 8 | Holds fewer rounds than about 70% |
Answers
Questions about the Taurus 327
How much does the Taurus 327 weigh?
The Taurus 327 weighs 624 g (1.38 lb) empty and 663 g (1.46 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the Taurus 327?
The Taurus 327 is chambered in .327 Federal Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum, and .32 S&W Long.
How many rounds does the Taurus 327 hold?
The Taurus 327 holds 6 rounds.
How long is the Taurus 327?
The Taurus 327 is 166 mm (6.54 in) long overall, with a 51 mm (2.01 in) barrel.
Who makes the Taurus 327?
The Taurus 327 is made by Taurus (Brazil).
When was the Taurus 327 introduced?
The Taurus 327 was introduced in 2022.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- Civilian Concealed Carriers
- United States
- Civilian Sport Shooters
- United States
Provenance
Confidence in this record
85%
Stockists
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API
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curl --request GET \ --url 'https://api.gunspec.io/v1/firearms/taurus-327' \ --header 'X-API-Key: your_key'{ "id": "taurus-327", "name": "Taurus 327", "manufacturer": { "id": "taurus", "name": "Taurus", "countryCode": "BR", "foundedYear": 1939, "website": "https://www.taurususa.com", "logoUrl": null, "description": null, "status": null, "defunctYear": null, "stateOwned": null, "makesFirearms": null, "parentId": null, "predecessorId": null, "createdAt": "2026-02-11 23:44:40", "updatedAt": "2026-02-18 03:40:48", "version": "71240218613bda05e45296e8997918c10d23b1d7627e46a424bd7e516e0fdffb" }, "category": { "id": "pistol", "name": "Pistol", "description": "Handguns designed to be fired with one or two hands" }, "country_of_origin": "BR", "year_introduced": 2022, "barrel_length_mm": 51, "weight_empty_g": 624, "action_type": null}