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Rimfire revolvers have a way of becoming the most-used gun in the safe, and the Taurus 942 Ultra-Lite makes a strong case for why. It holds eight rounds of .22 LR in a small-frame package built on an aluminum alloy frame, keeping the whole gun light enough that you stop noticing it on your belt. The matte black anodized finish is clean and low-glare, and the 3-inch barrel gives you a longer sight radius than the snub version without adding much to the footprint. Overall length comes in around 7.6 inches, so it still tucks away easily.
The DA/SA action is a big part of the appeal here. Run it double action for defensive-style practice, or thumb the hammer back for a lighter single action break when you're working on precision. Sights are a serrated ramp up front paired with a drift-adjustable rear, which is a nice step up from the fixed notches you find on most small-frame wheelguns. The rubber grip has molded finger grooves and checkering, so the gun stays planted even with smaller hands, and recoil from .22 LR is about as gentle as it gets. That combination makes this a smart pick for newer handgun owners, a fun plinker for experienced folks, and a low-cost trainer for anyone who carries a centerfire revolver.
At roughly 18.8 ounces, the Ultra-Lite version shaves real weight off the standard steel-frame 942, and that matters more than people expect once a gun rides on your hip for ten hours. The transfer bar safety means the hammer can't reach the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled all the way through, and the swing-out cylinder keeps loading and unloading quick and familiar. Eight rounds on tap is a genuine advantage over the six-shot rimfire revolvers it competes with, and the simple manual of arms is exactly what makes revolvers such dependable companions in the first place.
The Ultra-Lite version uses an aluminum alloy frame that brings the 3-inch model in at roughly 18.8 ounces unloaded. The standard steel-frame 942 runs noticeably heavier, so if all-day carry comfort is the priority, the Ultra-Lite is the one to grab. The tradeoff is minimal since .22 LR recoil is mild either way.
Yes, the rear sight is drift adjustable for windage, paired with a serrated ramp front sight. That is a step above the fixed trench-style sights common on small-frame revolvers, and it lets you dial in your point of impact for your preferred ammo. For a rimfire that doubles as a trainer and plinker, it is a genuinely useful feature.
It is one of the better options out there for that role. The DA/SA action lets you practice a true double action trigger pull without centerfire ammo costs, and the light recoil of .22 LR keeps sessions comfortable for new handgun owners. The 8-round cylinder also means more trigger time between reloads than the typical six-shot rimfire.
No, this model is chambered strictly for .22 LR and the two cartridges are not interchangeable in the same cylinder. Taurus builds a separate version of the 942, often labeled the 942M, that is dedicated to .22 WMR. If you want the magnum round, look for that specific variant.
| UPC | 725327618737 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-942031UL |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | COLORED |
| Barrel Length | 3" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 8 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 7.6 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 6.0 |
| Package Width | 2.0 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Shipping Weight | 1.75 |
| Sights | RS: Adjustable FS: Ramp |
| Sights Type | Adjustable Sights |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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