Air Rifle Taipan SLASH 420mm 6.35mm

Subtle design, semi-automatic firing mode, extreme performance. These are just some of the many advantages of the brand-new PCP air rifle from the workshops of the renowned company Taipan Airguns.

As is clear at first glance, this bullpup is not just another continuation of the Veteran line. It is a completely new air rifle and it does not use a single component from previous models. That is why the designers gave it a brief and fitting name Taipan SLASH.

Semi-Auto

The key feature of the new Taipan is clearly the semi-automatic firing mode. After many years of research, the designers managed to develop and patent a revolutionary valve, which is characterized by exceptionally fast opening and closing. The result is high performance with minimal air consumption - approximately 7-9 cm3/J. The unprecedented performance in semi-automatic mode also allows the use of Slug type ammunition.

PCP system

SLASH is characterized in particular by the unusual placement of the air cartridge in the stock area. The carbon bottle has a capacity of 300cc, which may seem small to some, but thanks to the minimal air consumption and maximum pressure of up to 300 bar it provides a really high shot count per fill. The current pressure in the cartridge is shown on a clear manometer.

Accuracy and magazine

Taipan air rifles are renowned for their unbeatable accuracy – and this is no exception. This is mainly thanks to the barrel from the famous Czech company CZUB, which has specialized in the production of firearms since 1936.

Taipan SLASH offers the option of changing the calibre. This process requires replacing several internal components and therefore considerable experience with PCP systems. Always follow the manual or an instructional video.

The design of the air rifle itself also contributes to accuracy. Thanks to the rigid metal frame and minimal tolerances of individual components, any vibrations and flex during shooting have been eliminated.

The last feature ensuring high accuracy is the new magazine – it is not pre-tensioned by a spring, therefore there is no risk of pellet deformation or slug deformation during cycling. A big advantage compared to other semi-auto air rifles is the possibility to easily remove the magazine by pulling back the lever above the grip. In addition, it accommodates projectiles up to 13mm long.

Design

Another specific feature of the new Taipan is its low-profile design, with an overall height of only 17 cm without a mounted riflescope. The barrel is shrouded along its entire length and at its end there is a highly effective integrated sound moderator. For installation of an external moderator, an adapter must be purchased.

The fore-end includes several rows of M-LOK slots for mounting any accessories, and a standard Picatinny rail canted by 20 MOA is used for mounting a riflescope, which makes it easier to set the optics for long-range shooting. As is currently fashionable, there is also a standardized AR-15 type grip, so you can easily swap it.

For comfortable shooting even at low temperatures, the SLASH is equipped with an ergonomically shaped polymer cheekpiece with rubberized surface finish and the butt pad is height-adjustable.

The air rifle features two types of safety – a classic manual safety located in front of the trigger, and a second automatic safety which prevents firing when the magazine is removed.

Note 1: The package includes 2 magazines. One is intended for standard pellets (magazine with an opening in the rear face) and the other is intended for slug-type ammunition (without an opening). They differ in the diameter of the chamber. Always use the appropriate magazine. Attention, to ensure correct operation it is necessary to carefully push each round past the plastic ball inside the magazine.

Note 2: Every semi-automatic PCP air rifle currently available on the market is constantly in a fully cocked (loaded) state, which can be dangerous during handling and can also cause faster wear of internal components. The charging handle on the right side is used both for the initial loading (cocking) of the air rifle and for subsequent unloading (deactivation). Simply pull the handle back and hold it firmly, pull the trigger and carefully move the handle back to its original position. This unloads the rifle.

Note 3: We strongly advise against any interference with the settings of the air rifle, especially the trigger mechanism and pressure regulator. Both systems are factory-set to ensure correct functioning of the semi-automatic mode. Incorrect adjustment of the trigger or regulator may cause the air rifle to jam.

Note 4: The air rifle is factory-set to a muzzle energy at which, with the test ammunition used (listed in the parameter table), it achieves the best accuracy and optimal air consumption. The values in the table below can be achieved simply by readjusting the pressure regulator. To increase / decrease the possible range, you can purchase the so-called Power Kit. It consists of 4 components that must be replaced in the air rifle. The maximum recommended regulator pressure is 170 bar. To achieve a higher pressure, up to 220 bar, you can purchase the tuning regulator.