If you have ever shot a Taipan, you already know how high‑quality and accurate this rifle 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 their 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 an entirely new rifle which is structurally based on its predecessor, but takes almost all of its aspects to a completely different level.
Probably the most striking new feature is the completely redesigned loading mechanism, which is now located directly above the trigger. You can therefore easily reload the rifle biathlon‑style with a single finger. This has eliminated a common issue affecting most bullpups, where shooters feel like a Tyrannosaurus rex because of the rear position of the cocking lever. It is also worth mentioning the very smooth action of the whole mechanism and the option to switch 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 hold zero 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 cylinder has a capacity of 480cc. Maximum fill pressure is 300 bar. The pressure regulator has also been upgraded 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 can be found on the bottom of the frame, which is an ideal place to attach a bipod.
The beautiful laminated stock from the Czech manufacturer KLINSKY with a shaped pistol grip is made from Finnish birch and guarantees excellent ergonomic properties.
The trigger mechanism is probably the only thing that has remained unchanged 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.
The 2024 version does not include the ADF (Anti‑Double Feed) system, the option to remove the cylinder under pressure, or the new cocking lever handle.