Air Rifle Taipan Veteran II TAC 700mm 6.35mm Laminate Grey

If you have ever shot a Taipan, you already know what a high‑quality and accurate gun it is. However, technology and trends in the world of air rifles are moving forward relentlessly and, despite the overwhelming wave of positive feedback, the manufacturer did not want to rest on its laurels. This brings us to the brand‑new model Taipan Veteran II.

This is not just a slightly improved second generation of the popular PCP rifle with a Roman numeral added to its name. It is a completely new rifle which is based on its predecessor in terms of design, but takes almost all of its aspects to a completely different level. 

Probably the most prominent new feature is the completely redesigned loading mechanism, which is now located directly above the trigger. You can therefore easily cycle the rifle in biathlon style with just one finger. This successfully eliminates a common drawback affecting most bullpups, where shooters feel like a Tyrannosaurus rex because of the rear position of the cocking lever. Also worth mentioning is the very smooth operation of the whole mechanism and the option to swap the lever to the other side.

Another major improvement is the free‑floating barrel. Unlike the original Veteran, the barrel is no longer held in place by any barrel bands, but by the very construction of the rifle. Thanks to this, the barrel will always maintain its point of impact regardless of ambient temperature, mechanical wear of the bands, or expansion of the air cylinder. 

The barrel is also fully shrouded and its rifling has been specially designed for use with slugs. At the muzzle you will find an external sound moderator, which has been significantly extended compared to the standard version.

Kevlar air cylinder has a capacity of 480cc and is complemented by a 75cc Power Plenum. Maximum fill pressure is 300 bar. The pressure regulator has also been revised to achieve the most optimal performance possible.

The top Picatinny rail with a 20 MOA incline is perfectly aligned with the barrel, offering unrivalled accuracy. Another mounting rail is located on the underside of the frame, which is an ideal place to attach a bipod.

The ergonomically shaped pistol grip corresponds to the AR-15 standard and, if needed, you can replace it with any commercially available grip for this rifle platform. Overall comfort is further enhanced by the rubber buttpad.

The trigger mechanism is probably the only thing that has been retained from the original version. They say you cannot improve perfection, and after trying the trigger action we can only agree. The manual safety is still located inside the trigger guard, just in front of the trigger.

On request we can swap the cocking lever from the right to the left side of the air rifle.

MODERNISATION

This upgraded version of the Taipan Veteran II air rifle is now equipped with the popular ADF system (Anti Double Feed) – protection against double‑loading a pellet into the barrel when one is already chambered.

Further changes have been made to the cocking lever handle, which now offers a tactically styled design with a grooved surface. However, if you prefer the original handle, you will also find it included in the package.

The final tweaks concern the kevlar air cylinder (Tactical versions only), which can now be removed while pressurised without needing to be emptied. This will be especially appreciated by anyone who wants to carry spare cylinders.