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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the revolvers category.
01 / Overview
Taurus Model 608
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
REVOLVERS · POST-COLD WAR
5
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
85
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the revolvers category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General1MOD.1
- Weight (Empty)1.247 kg
◈Cartridge & Calibre3MOD.3
- Cartridge.357 magnum
- Calibre Classpistol
- RimfireNo
▣Operation4MOD.4
- Action TypeDouble/Single Action (DA/SA)
- Fire Modesdouble action / single action
- Feed SystemCylinder
- Drum / Belt Capacity8
◇Barrel & Sights4MOD.4
- Barrel Length101.6 mm
- Sight TypeAdjustable rear, fixed blade front sight
- Iron SightsYes
- Threaded BarrelNo
◆Construction1MOD.1
- Overall Length352.4 mm
▤Features1MOD.1
⬢Additional Dimensions2MOD.2
- Width44.7 mm
- Height152.1 mm
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 1996Production started
30
years in service
608
units produced
2
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
05 / MASS Score
REVOLVERS RANKING Revolvers · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
ⓘ Rankings are within theRevolverscategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
A rotating cylindrical chamber that holds multiple cartridges and aligns each with the barrel for firing, as used in revolver-type pistols.
Firearm mechanism where double action (DA) requires a long trigger pull to cock and release the hammer, while single action (SA) requires only a short pull to release a pre-cocked hammer.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
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