Description
The micro-compact 9mm market is crowded, but the Taurus GX4 T.O.R.O. carved out a real following by delivering features you'd expect from pistols costing significantly more. The slide is cut from the factory for a micro red dot using Taurus's T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optic Ready Option) system, and the whole package measures just 5.8 inches long, 4.4 inches tall, and 1.08 inches wide. At around 18.5 ounces unloaded, it carries all day without wearing you out.
What Makes the GX4 T.O.R.O. Worth Your Attention
The T.O.R.O. slide cut uses an RMSc-style footprint that works directly with popular micro red dots like the Holosun 407K, 507K, Shield RMSc, SIG Romeo Zero, and Springfield HEX Wasp, among others. A flush cover plate is included so you can run the gun iron-sights-only if you prefer. The iron sights themselves are a white-dot front and a serrated, drift-adjustable rear that give you a clean sight picture right out of the box. The slide wears front and rear cocking serrations, and the front is beveled for easy holstering with no sharp edges to catch on clothing.
The trigger is a flat-faced striker-fired design with a built-in blade safety. It has a well-defined wall, a clean break, and a short tactile reset that makes follow-up shots easy to manage. The stainless steel internal chassis provides real structural rigidity, and the Teflon-coated internal controls add corrosion resistance and keep things running smoothly. Two interchangeable backstraps let you tune the grip to your hand size, one standard and one with a higher palm swell. The aggressive grip texturing keeps things locked in without being brutal during extended range sessions.
GX4 T.O.R.O. Magazines and Carry Versatility
This model ships with both an 11-round flush-fit magazine and a 13-round extended magazine. The 11-rounder keeps the grip profile as slim as possible for deep concealment, while the 13-rounder gives you a place to rest your pinkie and a couple extra rounds for good measure. The magazine well and grip frame include cuts to help strip a stubborn mag under stress, a small detail that matters when it counts. The reversible magazine release makes it easy to set up for left or right-handed use.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Taurus
- Model: GX4 T.O.R.O.
- MPN: 1-GX4MP931
- UPC: 725327935513
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Striker-Fired, Single Action
- Barrel Length: 3.06 in.
- Overall Length: 5.8 in.
- Overall Height: 4.4 in.
- Overall Width: 1.08 in.
- Weight (Unloaded): 18.5 oz.
- Capacity: 11+1 (flush) / 13+1 (extended)
- Slide Finish: Gas Nitride Coating
- Barrel Finish: Satin Black DLC Coating
- Frame Material: Polymer with Internal Stainless Steel Chassis
- Front Sight: Fixed Steel White Dot
- Rear Sight: Serrated Drift-Adjustable Steel
- Optic System: T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optic Ready Option) – RMSc Footprint
- Safety: Trigger Blade Safety, Loaded Chamber Indicator, Striker Block
- Number of Magazines: 2 (1 x 11-round flush, 1 x 13-round extended)
What’s Included
- Taurus GX4 T.O.R.O. pistol
- 11-round flush-fit magazine
- 13-round extended magazine
- Flush slide cover plate (for iron-sights-only use)
- Interchangeable backstraps (standard and high palm swell)
- Hard case
Frequently Asked Questions
What red dot optics are compatible with the GX4 T.O.R.O. slide cut?
The T.O.R.O. slide uses an RMSc-style footprint, which is compatible with the Holosun 407K, 507K, EPS Carry, Shield RMSc, SIG Romeo Zero, Springfield HEX Wasp, Sightmark Mini Shot A-Spec M3, and similar micro red dot sights. The Trijicon RMRcc will fit as well but requires an adapter plate. Taurus includes a flush cover plate in the box if you want to run iron sights without a red dot mounted.
How does the GX4 T.O.R.O. compare to the standard GX4?
The main difference is the factory optic-cut slide on the T.O.R.O. model. Both versions share the same frame dimensions, trigger, grip system, and magazine compatibility. The T.O.R.O. also has front and rear slide serrations to provide a better purchase when running with a red dot mounted. If you have any interest in ever running a micro red dot, the T.O.R.O. is the version to get.
Does the Taurus GX4 T.O.R.O. have a manual safety?
There is no external thumb safety on the GX4 T.O.R.O. It uses a trigger blade safety similar to what you find on a Glock, along with an internal striker block. There is also a visual loaded chamber indicator that lets you confirm at a glance whether a round is chambered.
What is the difference between the two included magazines?
The 11-round magazine is a flush-fit design that keeps the grip as short as possible for maximum concealability. The 13-round magazine extends slightly below the grip and gives most shooters a full three-finger grip purchase. Both magazines are steel-bodied quality units. Using the extended mag as your carry magazine is a popular choice for those who want a bit more capacity and comfort.
Can the magazine release be switched for left-handed use?
Yes. The GX4 T.O.R.O. has a reversible magazine release that can be swapped to the right side of the frame for left-handed carry. The process is straightforward and does not require any special tools.
How does the GX4 T.O.R.O. hold up as a daily carry pistol?
The gas nitride slide finish and DLC-coated barrel are both solid choices for a carry gun and hold up well to daily holster wear and the moisture that comes with it. The internal controls are Teflon-coated for additional corrosion resistance. At just 1.08 inches wide and under 5.8 inches long, it carries comfortably in most IWB holsters without significant printing. Taurus also backs it with a limited lifetime warranty.





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