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Taurus Model 856 T.O.R.O. Defender

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

The 856 Defender TORO combines the bobbed hammer of the Protector variant with the optics rail of the TORO in a single package — the most carry-optimized optics-ready Taurus revolver.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .38 Special

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 2023, Brazil

Weight: 26.5 oz

Overall length: 7"

Status: Active

Intended use: Concealed Carry, Home Defense