Description
There's a strong case to be made for a hammer-fired pistol in .45 ACP, and the Taurus TH45 makes it without draining your wallet. This is the full-size big-bore member of the TH family, built on a polymer frame with a 4.25 inch barrel and a double-stack magazine that holds 13 rounds of .45 ACP. That's serious capacity for this caliber, and the gun ships with two magazines so you're not hunting for spares on day one. The DA/SA trigger gives you that long, deliberate first pull followed by a lighter single-action break, and the thumb safety doubles as a decocker, so you can carry it hammer down or cocked and locked depending on your preference.
Built Around Real-World Handling
Taurus didn't just scale up the TH9 and call it done. The action components were beefed up to handle the pounding a .45 dishes out while keeping the trigger smooth in both modes. The grip features finger grooves, aggressive stippling panels, and three interchangeable backstraps so you can dial in the fit for your hand. Up top, the carbon steel slide wears Novak drift adjustable front and rear sights, and the dust cover has a Picatinny rail for a light or laser. A loaded chamber indicator and firing pin block round out the safety features.
A TH45 That Works for Lefties Too
The controls are fully ambidextrous, including the safety/decocker, slide release, and magazine release, which is a genuinely rare feature at this price point. Left-handed folks get the same access to everything without workarounds.
Why the TH45 Earns Its Spot
At around 28 ounces empty, it carries lighter than most all-metal .45s, and the grip shape spreads recoil into more of a push than a snap. Range reviews consistently note it runs reliably through hundreds of rounds of mixed ammo without a hiccup. Whether it ends up as a nightstand gun, a truck gun, or your go-to for burning through .45 on the weekend, the TH45 covers a lot of ground for the money.
Key Specifications
- Model: TH45 Full-Size
- Manufacturer Part Number: 1-TH45041
- UPC: 725327623625
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Action: Double Action/Single Action (DA/SA), hammer fired
- Capacity: 13+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 4.25 in
- Overall Length: 7.72 in
- Frame: Polymer with interchangeable backstraps
- Slide: Matte black carbon steel, serrated
- Sights: Novak drift adjustable front and rear
- Safety: Ambidextrous manual safety/decocker, firing pin block, loaded chamber indicator
- Accessory Rail: Picatinny (MIL-STD 1913)
- Color: Black
- Magazines Included: Two 13-round
What’s Included
- Taurus TH45 pistol
- Two 13-round magazines
- Three interchangeable backstraps
- Hard case
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Taurus TH45 be carried cocked and locked?
Yes. The thumb safety on the TH45 doubles as a decocker, so you have options. You can engage the safety with the hammer back for cocked-and-locked carry, or decock it and start with the double-action pull. That flexibility is one of the standout features of the TH series.
Is the TH45 a good option for left-handed users?
It's one of the better ones out there. The safety/decocker, slide release, and magazine release are all fully ambidextrous, not just reversible. Lefties get the same access to every control right out of the box.
How many magazines come with the Taurus TH45?
Two 13-round magazines ship with the pistol, along with a hard case and three backstrap sizes. That 13+1 capacity is on the high end for a .45 ACP double stack, so you've got 27 rounds between the gun and a spare mag.
How does the TH45 handle recoil for a .45?
Better than you might expect from a pistol that weighs around 28 ounces empty. The grip's finger grooves, stippling, and adjustable backstraps help you get a solid hold, and the recoil feels more like a firm push than a sharp snap. Most people find it comfortable for extended range sessions.




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