Shooting News Weekly just got our hands on the brand spankin’ new Brace-Ready TX22 from Taurus. This version of their insanely popular, wonderfully reliable 22 LR pistol has a rear extension with an M1913 Picatinny rail integrally molded as part of the frame and an AR-style charging handle built into the rear of the slide. How cool!
We’ll be putting the Brace-Ready TX22 through its paces on the range very soon. In the meantime, Taurus’ press release follows along with a couple more photos of our test gun:
BRACE YOURSELF.
Taurus Introduces the All-New Brace-Ready TX22 Featuring the Strike Industries FSA Lite
BraceBAINBRIDGE, GA. – October 15, 2026 – Taurus Holdings, Inc. today announced the newest
addition to its popular TX22 family, the Brace-Ready TX22. Building on the proven performance,
reliability, and value that have made the TX22 a favorite among rimfire enthusiasts. The latest
evolution of the platform introduces enhanced shootability, improved control, and refined
ergonomics with the addition of the Strike Industries FSA Lite folding brace.
The TX22 has earned its reputation for delivering exceptional rimfire performance, combining
dependable operation, outstanding ergonomics, and an enjoyable shooting experience. The
Brace-Ready TX22 builds on that foundation, offering shooters a new level of stability and
control while maintaining the characteristics that made the original TX22 so successful.Brace yourself. The TX22 just got a whole new attitude.
The Strike Industries FSA Lite folding brace provides an additional point of support, helping
shooters maintain greater stability and control. Its lightweight construction and compact folding
design complement the TX22 platform, creating a more controlled and comfortable shooting
experience without adding unnecessary bulk.
“The TX22 has set a high standard for what shooters should expect from a rimfire pistol, and
we’re always looking for ways to build on that success” said Bret Vorhees, President and CEO
of Taurus USA. “The Brace-Ready TX22 represents another step forward for the platform,
bringing together innovative design, improved shootability, and the dependable performance our
customers have come to expect. It’s a great example of how we continue to evolve our products
while staying true to the Taurus commitment to quality.”The Brace-Ready TX22 will come either equipped with the Strike Industries FSA Lite folding
brace, or in a brace-ready configuration. The TORO Slide is optics-ready, cut for RMSc Pattern
optics. Equipped with a threaded barrel and shipping with one 22-round magazine and one 16-
round magazine. State-compliant models are also available, expanding access to the newest
member of the TX22 family.Consider Pairing the Brace-Ready TX22 with the all-new TTX22 titanium suppressor from
Taurus USA for the ultimate rimfire combination, bringing together enhanced stability, superior
control, and sound suppression in one exceptionally fun-to-shoot package.The TX22 family keeps evolving. Brace yourself.
