Taurus Revolvers
Taurus Defender 605
Specs, variants & prices
Taurus currently makes 4 versions of the Defender 605 revolver, all chambered in 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P. Each has a 3" barrel. None of these versions comes cut for a red dot. Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $521.99 to $595.99, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.
What versions of the Taurus Defender 605 are there?
4 current versions. Specs and measurements are Taurus's own.
Taurus Defender 605, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte black; Cylinder Matte Stainless; Barrel Matte Black
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-60531NS
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.50 In.
- Weight
- 23.52 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte black; Cylinder Matte Stainless; Barrel Matte Black
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.80 In.; Width: 1.41 In.; Front sight: Night Sight w/ Orange Outline; Rear sight: Fixed; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5 in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $554.99
Taurus Defender 605, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Stainless; Cylinder Matte Black (2-60535NSVZ)
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-60535NSVZ
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.50 In.
- Weight
- 25.52 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless; Cylinder Matte Black
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.80 In.; Width: 1.41 In.; Front sight: Night Sight w/ Orange Outline; Rear sight: Fixed; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5 in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $595.99
Taurus Defender 605, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Stainless; Cylinder Matte Black (2-60539NS)
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-60539NS
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.50 In.
- Weight
- 23.52 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless; Cylinder Matte Black
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.80 In.; Width: 1.41 In.; Front sight: Night Sight w/ Orange Outline; Rear sight: Fixed; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5 in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $521.99
Taurus Defender 605, 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Tungsten Cerakote
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-6053CNS
- Caliber
- 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.50 In.
- Weight
- 24.00 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Tungsten Cerakote
- Details
- Action: DA/SA; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.80 In.; Width: 1.41 In.; Front sight: Night Sight w/ Orange Outline; Rear sight: Fixed; Safety: Transfer Bar; Twist: 1:16.5 in RH twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $571.99
What calibers does the Defender 605 come in?
Every current version is chambered in 357 MAG / 38 SPECIAL +P.
Is the Defender 605 optics-ready?
None of these versions comes cut for a red dot.
How much does a Taurus Defender 605 cost?
Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $521.99 to $595.99, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.
Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?
California and Massachusetts each keep their own list of handguns approved for sale, and a gun has to be on it before a dealer there can sell it to you. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.
What's the latest on the Defender 605?
Nothing new on the Defender 605 lately.
Specs from Taurus, checked October 29, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. Taurus is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with Taurus.