Taurus CT G2

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Taurus CT G2
Type Semi-automatic rifle
Place of originFlag of Brazil.svg  Brazil
Production history
Designed2011
Specifications
Mass8 to 9 1/4 pounds
Length31 inches
Barrel  length16 inches

Caliber 9×19mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP
Action Recoil-operated
Feed system34-round (9×19mm), 14-round (.40 S&W), and 9-round (.45 ACP) box magazines

The Taurus CT G2 is a pistol-caliber carbine manufactured by Taurus Firearms. It was announced at the 2011 SHOT Show. [1] [2]

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References

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  2. "Gun Review: Taurus CT9 G2 Carbine". The Truth About Guns. 2013-12-11. Retrieved 2020-02-08.