FRT Trigger Turns the Taurus TX22 Handgun Into The Most Ridiculous Range Toy You’ll Love To Hate ~ Video

If you already own (or want) a Taurus TX22 handgun, buckle up — the Freedom Fingers 22TY forced-reset trigger (FRT) takes an already fun .22 and turns it into a tiny, angry bee-swarm of lead.

It’s not practical for precision work, it can be finicky with suppressors and dirty ammo, and it absolutely will eat magazines faster than you can load them. And that’s exactly why a lot of us want one.

Here’s the short, honest version you’ll actually use at the range.

What it is — in plain terms

The 22TY FRT Trigger is a drop-in stainless steel replacement for your Taurus TX22’s disconnector. When the slide cycles, the modified part physically pushes the trigger forward so it’s ready for the next pull — every single cycle. That’s what people mean when they say “forced-reset”: the gun resets itself faster, letting you chain single trigger functions into hugely fast semi-automatic strings.

Think super quick, legal-by-function semi-auto — NOT FULL AUTO!

Why people are losing their minds about it

• It feels like firing a mini-minigun: split times recorded in videos land around the 1,900 RPM mark. That’s absurd for a .22LR pistol.
• It’s cheap fun: .22 is relatively cheap, mags are common, and the trigger itself is a simple, relatively inexpensive upgrade.
• Drop-in install: no exotic tools required; swap the disconnector and you’re in business.
• FUD range owners will hate this.

If you want a precise, calm plinker for steel matches or small-bore work — don’t replace the factory disconnector. Buy two guns and keep one TX22 for the range-toy and another for everything else.

Real-world gotchas (learned the hard way)

1. Suppressors and back-pressure — the TX22 has a very light slide. Add a can and you may stop reliable cycling. You can often fix that by adding slide weight (optic + adapter plate, small rail, or even a purpose-made weight), but it’s an extra step.
2. Ammo sensitivity — dirty or low-quality .22 can cause more jams in this fast cycle. Run clean, consistent ammo (and keep the gun clean). Some reviewers saw more stoppages with old/dirty rounds.
3. Mag fatigue — you’ll empty 22-round mags in a blink. Extended magazines are hard to find in quantity, and loading them takes forever. Bring lots of mags or plan to reload between drills.
4. You can’t “turn it off” — once the trigger is installed, it puts your handgun firmly into FRT mode. With practice, you can still fire single shots by consciously releasing the trigger between pulls, but the built-in forcing action is always there.
5. Heat & fouling — rapid strings make .22 dirtier faster. Expect shorter windows between cleaning, and run a few mags slower if you want fewer stoppages.

How to set it up for maximum fun (and fewer headaches)

• Test unsuppressed first. Confirm reliable cycling on the range before you try any cans.
• If running suppressed, try heavier optics/plates. An RMSC adapter + a small optic or plate can add enough slide mass to help suppressed operation.
• Use reasonably clean ammo. Ok, this is hard to avoid in 22LR, but standard velocity CCI or fresh high-quality bulk is a safe bet. Avoid old, grimy, cheap stuff for high-rate runs.
• Polish feed ramps & check troublesome mags. If a magazine isn’t presenting reliably, a light polish and gentle spring check can fix it.
• Bring a handful of mags and a loader. You’ll thank yourself.

Is it legal?

Short answer: complicated but not the instant apocalypse. Recent legal updates (through 2025) have treated many FRTs as lawful under federal law when they function as one trigger function per round. That said, some states have banned or restricted FRTs — and local laws vary. Legality matters to all of us, so check your state law before you buy or install one. Don’t assume federal legality overrides state bans.

Who should buy one (and who shouldn’t)

Buy it if:

• You want a ridiculous range toy that’s cheap to feed.
• You enjoy experimenting and tuning firearms setups.
• You already have other TX22s or .22 rifles for serious target work.

Skip it if:

• You need your TX22 for competition or precise training.
• You can’t deal with frequent cleaning, mag loading, or fiddly suppressor setups.
• Your state bans FRTs or you’re in a sensitive legal environment.

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Final take — honest, not hype

The Freedom Fingers 22TY turns a great average gun, the Taurus TX22 handgun, into a laugh-out-loud range toy. It’s not subtle, it’s not quiet (even suppressed with supersonic ammo), and it’s not built for finesse. But for the price and for the pure joy of seeing a 22 dump a mag in under a second? It’s a brilliant bit of engineering mischief.

If you try one, go in knowing what you’ll be trading: precision for chaos, quiet for entertainment, and calm range sessions for manic mag-dumps. Bring eye and ear protection for everyone. Practice your most disciplined range safety. Bring more mags. And bring a friend — because nothing says “good day at the range” like an honest, belly-laughing stream of .22LR mayhem.

Want a quick checklist to take to the range with your 22TY? I got you:

• Test unsuppressed first.
• Pack 6+ mags (or a plan to reload).
• Bring clean/consistent ammo (Aguila Super Extra 22LR recommended).
• Add slide weight if you plan to suppress.
• Clean after every big dump session.

Go play safe and stupidly fast.

Extended Magazines… If You Can Catch Them Instock:

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	Taurus TX22 .22LR 22 Round Extended Magazine	The Mag Shack	$ 29.99
	Taurus TX22 Compact .22LR 16 Round Extended Magazine	The Mag Shack	$ 24.99
	ProMag Taurus TX22 .22LR Magazine - 21 Round (Black Polymer)	Ammunition Depot	$ 24.99 $ 21.49
	ProMag 10 Round .380 ACP Taurus TCP Extended Magazine, Blue - TAU19	Palmetto State Armory	$ 25.99 $ 22.69

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