Taurus PT-911

About the Taurus PT-911

The Taurus PT-911 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Taurus since 1997. Produced at Taurus's modern manufacturing facilities in São Leopoldo, Brazil and their American operations in Bainbridge, Georgia, this firearm reflects Taurus's commitment to delivering reliable firearms at competitive price points. Featuring a 10-round magazine capacity, this pistol provides adequate capacity for most defensive scenarios while maintaining a slim profile. With a 4.0-inch barrel, this pistol strikes the ideal balance between concealability and ballistic performance, extracting near-optimal velocity from the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge while remaining easily holstered for everyday carry. At 817g (28.8 oz) unloaded, this firearm provides a solid shooting platform that helps manage recoil during extended range sessions. Taurus has positioned this model as a high-value option in the competitive handgun market, offering features and reliability that punch above its price point, making it particularly appealing to first-time gun owners and experienced shooters seeking a reliable secondary firearm.

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.

Taurus PT-911 specifications

The PT-911 was designed as a more compact alternative to the full-size PT-92 while maintaining sufficient power for duty use. Unlike the PT-92's Beretta-derived open slide, the PT-911 uses an enclosed slide design similar to SIG Sauer and other modern pistols. The tilting barrel system provides reliable lockup and accuracy.