The traditional British manufacturer Daystate introduces a new product that breaks the boundaries of the established standards in the field of air rifles. The designers have utilised almost two decades of experience with electronics and created a futuristic “Smart” PCP rifle that uses a built-in electronic system with Advanced Velocity Technology (AVT).
This system, via a clear touchscreen display on the left side of the stock, allows you to choose preset power levels for different calibres and types of ammunition. Thanks to the integrated chronograph you can monitor your shooting results in real time, and the system can even correct possible performance deviations to maintain maximum consistency. There is also Bluetooth for connection to other devices.
Shooters can, of course, adjust the pressure in the regulator from the renowned company Huma-Air. The newly designed valve system improves efficiency and the overall shot count you can get from the detachable carbon air cylinder with a capacity of 480 cm3. The working pressure is 250 bar.
The interchangeable barrel is covered by a stylish carbon fibre shroud and at its muzzle you will find a standard 1/2 UNF thread for an external sound moderator. The built-in chronograph is also hidden in the front part of the shroud.
The metal magazine is fitted with a magnet and if you have two, you can join them together and thus double your shot count. The magazines can be inserted from either the left or right side of the rifle. The same applies to the sidelever, which can be swapped to the other side within moments. The lever has a very smooth operation and in the open position it is secured by a magnet, so you do not have to worry about accidental movement. The ambidextrous design is further complemented by a manual safety of the AR-15 type. It also functions as a trigger for the electronic system.
The stock with adjustable cheekpiece and buttpad is equipped on the underside with a Picatinny rail. Additional rails of the same standard can be found under the air cylinder and on the sides of the barrel. Along the entire top side of the frame runs an 11 mm rail on which a mounting platform with a Picatinny rail for attaching a riflescope is installed.
Key features
– PCP rifle with electronic interface
– Built-in chronograph
– Huma-Air pressure regulator
– Carbon air cylinder with a capacity of 480 cm3
– Ambidextrous design
Note 1: The 2022 version is equipped with an older valve. You can find more information about the current "Ultra Firing Valve" on the official Daystate website.
Note 2: The manufacturer continuously releases software updates for this air rifle. For this, the use of a DTD adapter is necessary (not compatible with MacOS). However, the air rifle works without any problems even with the older software.