Taurus 942 UL Ultra-Lite .22 LR, 2-inch DA/SA 8-Shot Revolver — Matte Black Alloy Frame, Steel Barrel and Cylinder
This Taurus 942 UL is a recent-production, small-frame, 8-shot .22 LR revolver built on an aluminum-alloy Ultra-Lite frame with a steel barrel and cylinder. It pairs a 2-inch barrel and full underlug with DA/SA operation, practical iron sights, and a matte black finish. Marked with Taurus import and manufacture stamps, it offers a compact profile at approximately 17.8 oz with overall dimensions around 6.6 x 4.64 x 1.34 in.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are present.
What’s Included
- 5 Star Firearms aluminum 8-shot .22 LR speedloaders (aftermarket)
The 942 UL configuration delivers an 8-shot fluted cylinder in .22 LR with a compact 2-inch barrel, combining portability with a full underlug and a shrouded ejector rod for added protection. The DA/SA action and transfer-bar safety provide a familiar operating setup in a small-frame format.
Factory iron sights include a pinned, serrated ramp front and a rear notch for practical alignment on a snub-length barrel. The rubber boot grip features a pebble texture and a single finger groove for positive purchase without adding bulk.
Construction details include a matte black aluminum-alloy frame paired with steel barrel and cylinder. Notable mechanical touches are the knurled ejector rod tip and a star-pattern extractor, both aimed at straightforward manipulation and consistent extraction.
Frame markings read 942 UL and ULTRA-LITE. Proofs and import stamps include Taurus Int’l Mfg, Bainbridge, GA, the Taurus Armas Made in Brazil marking, and an inspector’s stamp "580 C" on the crane/yoke. The factory part number is 2-942021UL, and MSRP is listed at $406.47.