The Judge is Taurus' most distinctive revolver — a five-shot that accepts both 45 Colt and 2.5-inch 410 shotshell. The elongated 3-inch chamber allows shotshell loads, making it popular for car carry and snake defense. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: 45 Colt / 410 Bore Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2006, Brazil Weight: 29 oz Overall length: 7.5" Status: Active Intended use: home defense, car gun, hunting