The unique air rifle AR22 with a revolver reloading system is based on its predecessor AR6. Compared to it, however, it has received a new stock, a larger carbon air cylinder and a pressure regulator.
The revolver reloading mechanism with a 6-shot magazine enables shooting in two modes – Single Action (manually cocking the hammer before each shot) or Double Action (cocking the hammer by pulling the trigger). If needed, the mechanism can be secured with a manual safety, thus preventing an accidental shot.
Accurate shooting is ensured by a rifled free‑floating barrel ending with a standard thread 1/2 UNF for an external sound moderator. For maximum sound suppression, the barrel is covered along its entire length by a shroud. Maximum shot consistency is achieved by using a pressure regulator, with its set value indicated by a needle gauge on the fore‑end.
The internal mechanism is powered by compressed air stored in a cylinder with a volume of 410 cc and a maximum pressure of 230 Bar. Filling is done via a standard filling quickfill adapter. The current pressure inside the cylinder is shown by a needle gauge located on the front.
The two‑stage adjustable trigger and the robust trigger guard are made of metal. A characteristic feature of this air rifle is the elegant Thumbhole stock with a thumb‑hole (Thumbhole), ambidextrous cheekpiece and a rubber butt pad. In the grip areas, the stock surface is engraved to further increase palm adhesion, thus ensuring a stable grip when shooting.
Note: In the manufacturer’s manual you will find information that the maximum filling pressure is 200 bar, but on the manufacturer’s website a range of 80–230 bar is given. Evanix has confirmed this information to us, and Hunting Master series air rifles are therefore safe to fill up to 230 bar.