The company AirMaks Arms once again comes with 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 lower mounting platform, and the grip has also been changed.
The aluminium stock is now in PRS style (Precision Rifle Series discipline), fitted with a height-adjustable cheekpiece and a height- and length-adjustable buttpad. It also includes two “QD Sling” ports 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 angular shape it now includes an Arca-Swiss rail and M-LOK slots are placed on the sides and on the bottom.
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 caused by the dropping pressure in the air cylinder. For filling, the package includes a standard fill probe (G1/8 thread) with a hose (G5/8 thread).
The highly accurate rifled barrel is shrouded along its entire length and at its end there is a 1/2UNFx20 thread for installing a sound moderator.
The loading system is also worth mentioning, as it has an incredibly smooth and effortless operation. The side lever is located just above the trigger, allowing you to cycle it with one finger in a split second, and it can easily be swapped to the other side.
The safety is located above the fully adjustable trigger, and a metal 22 mm Picatinny rail canted by 20 MOA is used for mounting a riflescope, making it easier to set up the optic for long-distance shooting.
AirMaks Katran air rifle key designations
- Katran Pro – redesigned stock, lower 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