Air Rifle Taipan SLASH 550mm 5.5mm

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 obvious 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 take a single part from previous models. That is exactly why the designers gave it a concise 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, characterised by an exceptionally fast opening and closing speed. The result is high performance with minimal air consumption – approximately 7–9 cm3/J. The unprecedented performance in semi-auto mode also allows the use of Slug ammunition.

PCP system

SLASH is characterised mainly by the unusual placement of the air cylinder 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 cylinder is shown on a clear pressure gauge.

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 specialised in the production of firearms since 1936.

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

Accuracy is also enhanced by the very design of the air rifle. Thanks to the rigid metal frame and minimal tolerances of individual components, any vibrations and flex during shooting have been suppressed.

The last feature ensuring high accuracy is the new magazine – it is not preloaded by a spring, and therefore there is no risk of pellet deformation or slug deformation during cycling. A major advantage compared to other semi-auto air rifles is the possibility of easily removing the magazine by sliding the lever above the grip. In addition, it accommodates projectiles up to 13 mm 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. To install an external moderator, it is necessary to purchase an adapter.

The fore-end is fitted with several rows of M-LOK slots for mounting any accessories, and a classic Picatinny rail with 20 MOA incline serves for scope mounting, making it easier to set the optics for long-range shooting. As is currently the trend, it also features a standardised AR-15 type grip, so you can easily replace it.

For comfortable shooting even at low temperatures, the SLASH is equipped with an ergonomically shaped polymer cheek piece with a rubberised 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 a hole in the rear face) and the other is intended for slug type ammunition (without a hole). They differ in the diameter of the cartridge chamber. Always use the appropriate magazine. Attention, to ensure correct functioning, 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 continuously in a fully cocked (loaded) state, which can be dangerous when handling the gun and at the same time may cause faster wear of internal components. The charging handle on the right side serves both for the initial charging (cocking) of the air rifle and for subsequent unloading (deactivation). Simply pull the handle and hold it firmly, pull the trigger and carefully move the handle back to its original position. This unloads the gun.

Note 3: We strongly advise against making any adjustments to the air rifle settings, especially the trigger mechanism and pressure regulator. Both systems are factory-set to ensure the proper functioning of the semi-automatic mode. Improper adjustment of the trigger or regulator can 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 by simply readjusting the pressure regulator. To increase / decrease the possible range, you can purchase the so-called Power Kit. It consists of 4 parts that must be replaced in the air rifle. The maximum recommended regulator pressure is 170 bar. To reach a higher pressure, up to 220 bar, you can purchase a tuning regulator.