The company AirMaks Arms once again introduces a modernised version of one of the most popular Czech PCP air rifles, this time under the name Katran Pro. This version has been adapted for sport shooting – the manufacturer has completely redesigned the folding stock, the bottom mounting platform, and the grip has also been changed.
The aluminium stock is now in PRS style (Precision Rifle Series discipline), featuring a height-adjustable cheekpiece and a height- and length-adjustable buttpad. It also includes two “QD Sling” sockets for attaching a sling. As with the original model, a simple button is used to fold the stock and in the folded position it is held by a magnet.
The under-barrel mounting platform has also been modified. Thanks to its square profile it now incorporates an Arca-Swiss rail, and there are M-LOK slots on the sides and on the underside.
Comfortable prone shooting is ensured by an ergonomically shaped rubberised AR-15 grip with a reduced angle from FAB Defense.
Consistent muzzle velocity is now supported by the proven HUMA-AIR pressure regulator, which eliminates decreasing power as the pressure in the air cylinder drops. For filling, the package includes a standard filling pin (G1/8 thread) with hose (G5/8 thread).
The highly accurate rifled barrel is shrouded along its entire length and at the end it features a 1/2UNFx20 thread for installing a sound moderator.
Also worth mentioning is the cocking system, which operates incredibly smoothly and effortlessly. The side lever is located just above the trigger, so you can cycle it with a single finger at lightning speed, and it can easily be switched to the opposite side.
The safety is located above the fully adjustable trigger, and a metal 22 mm Picatinny rail canted by 20 MOA is provided for mounting a riflescope, making it easier to set up the optic for long-range shooting.
AirMaks Katran air rifle designations
- Katran Pro – redesigned stock, bottom rail and grip
- Katran SC – SubCompact, barrel length 230 mm
- Katran C – Compact, barrel length 280 mm
- Katran – Standard, barrel length 400 mm
- Katran L – Long, barrel length 520 mm
- Katran X – Extra, barrel length 700 mm
- Katran B – carbon bottle
- Katran HP – High Power, non-choked barrel, designed for slugs