Air Rifle Taipan Veteran II TAC 550mm 6.35mm Synthetic

If you have ever shot a Taipan, you certainly know what a high‑quality and accurate gun it is. However, technology and trends in the world of air rifles are moving relentlessly forward, 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 tacked on. It is a completely new rifle which, although it is based on the design of its predecessor, takes almost all of its aspects to a completely different level. 

Probably the most distinctive new feature is the completely redesigned cocking mechanism, which is now located directly above the trigger. You can easily cock the rifle biathlon‑style with one finger. This eliminates a common issue that plagues most bullpups, where shooters feel like a Tyrannosaurus rex because of the rear position of the cocking lever. Also worth mentioning is the very smooth operation of the entire mechanism and the option to swap 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 rifle’s own construction. Thanks to this, the barrel will always hold its point of impact 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 the use of 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. The maximum fill pressure is 300 bar. The pressure regulator has also been updated to achieve the most optimal performance possible.

The top Picatinny rail with a 20 MOA incline is perfectly aligned with the barrel, providing unbeatable accuracy. Another mounting rail is located on the underside of the frame, which is an ideal place to attach a bipod.

The ergonomically shaped pistol grip follows the AR-15 standard and can be replaced, if needed, with any commercially available grip for this rifle platform. Overall comfort is further enhanced by the rubber buttpad.

The trigger mechanism is almost the only thing that has been retained from the original version. They say you cannot improve perfection, and after trying the trigger pull 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.

MODERNISATION

This upgraded version of the Taipan Veteran II air rifle is now equipped with the popular ADF system (Anti Double Feed) – protection against loading a second pellet into the barrel when one is already chambered.

Further changes have been made to the cocking lever handle, which now offers a tactical look with a grooved surface. However, if you prefer the original handle, it is also included in the package.

The last modifications concern the Kevlar cylinder (Tactical versions only), which can now be removed under pressure without the need to vent it. This will be especially appreciated by anyone who wants to carry spare cylinders.