Review of the air pistol Ataman-M1U

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The Ataman M2 pistol, developed by A+A, combines all the versatility of an air gun. Of course, the design has its drawbacks, its pros and cons. The cost of M2 is 11900, if the order is made directly from the company. In online stores, of course, the price will be higher.

Ataman M2

Ataman M2 with a similar forend.

Ataman M2 with a reel-shaped cocking handle, original version.

Many may consider its plastic body a disadvantage, but I rather see it as a plus, minimum maintenance, lighter weight compared to metal.

The power supply of the pistol and why it is “universal”. In Ataman M2, the energy source can be CO2, or compressed air, at the owner’s choice. CO2 can be refilled in two ways: two regular 12g. CO2 cans or refill from a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher. Refilling with compressed air is carried out by a high pressure pump, compressor or cylinder, in general, everything that is used to refill PCP pneumatics.

Sights are adjustable rear sight. It is possible to install a strap on a pistol to mount an optical sight, but this option will be relevant if you want to make a compact carbine from a pistol.

The barrel of the pistol has rifling. Pistol caliber 4.5mm.

The store at Ataman M2 is unique:

Shop to Ataman M2.

The bullets must first be installed in special containers:

Bullet container

After equipping containers with bullets, the containers must be loaded into the magazine. This method has rather negative aspects: the containers are small, inserting bullets is not very convenient, and the bullets also need to be selected so that they fit tightly. In general, it will be more of a problem for the owner than any exciting process. In the field, these containers will generally get lost and it will be impossible to find them somewhere in the grass.

Initially, the gun goes up to 3 J, but if you “clean out the factory debris” from the valve, then the gun becomes “vigorous” even on acid, not to mention compressed air, in which the speed of bullets weighing 0.5 - 0.6 grams. reach up to 240-250 “parrots per year”, which is an excellent result for a relatively compact pistol.

Perhaps another disadvantage is the pressure gauge, which is located at the bottom of the handle. On the one hand, you don’t need to point the weapon at yourself to control the pressure in the tank, on the other hand, it’s really not very conveniently located.

Location of the pressure gauge in Ataman M2

But everything described above is rather the personal opinion of the author and nothing more. Now is the time to get down to the real specs of this air pistol. Go!

Manual for Ataman M2

Caliber: 4.5 mm. Barrel length: 197 mm. Trigger pull force, N (kg) 8 (0.8). Magazine capacity, pcs. 10 bullets. Muzzle energy, J, no more than 3x. (according to certificate). Maximum operating gas pressure in the tank, MPa, no more than 21. Overall dimensions (length/width/height), mm 250/32/155. Weight, kg (basic configuration) 0.75.

Location of CO2 cartridges

To summarize, we can note the following:

The shot is fired only from preliminary cocking. This will ensure safety while carrying the pistol while loaded.
Two types of energy source.
The price for a PCP gun is the most affordable.
Good bullet energy and good accuracy (after “cleaning” the valve).
Availability of spare parts, magazines, bullet containers.
Manufacturer feedback to customers.
The pistol can easily be converted into a carbine if you add a stock tank to it. The stock will allow you to shoot more accurately, and the additional tank will allow you to fire more shots with one fill.
All necessary certificates, as well as the pistol passport, can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.

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Damaging effect of a bullet (background information)

There is a forensic review of the damaging effects of a bullet depending on the muzzle energy.

0.06 - 0.08 J per mm. sq. causes abrasions and bruises;
0.14 - 0.17 J per mm. sq. causes superficial wounds;
0.32 - 0.36 J per mm. sq. delivers non-penetrating wounds;
0.54 - 0.6 J per mm. sq. causes penetrating injuries.

Through simple calculations, one can understand why the legislator requires limiting the muzzle energy of pneumatic weapons to 7.5 J. With an acceptable caliber of 4.5 mm, this is the maximum value that does not lead to penetrating injuries. At this energy, a bullet of this caliber will create an impact of slightly less than 0.5 J per square meter. mm.

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It also becomes clear why samples with muzzle energy less than 3 J do not belong to air guns at all. The bullet creates an impact of 0.2 J per square meter. mm., which can only lead to superficial injury.

Features of Ataman

This device is unique in the world of pneumatics, combining PCP and CO2 types. Above the gun barrel there is a capacious steel tank with a volume of 60 cubic centimeters, which can be filled with any safe gas. The easiest way is to insert two standard twelve-gram CO2 cartridges - their contents are enough to shoot a full magazine. In addition, it is possible to refill using a fire extinguisher, compressed air cylinder, compressor or pump.

Another specific feature: the charging system for the cans is designed in such a way that there are no gaskets in the places where they are attached. No gaskets - no wear and no need to replace them.

Thanks to this, the gun does not release gas when loaded. According to the manufacturer, it can be stored charged for up to six months.

Main characteristics

The body of the pistol is made of durable black plastic, and all internal parts are metal. Without cans, the device weighs only 0.48 kg, and when fully equipped it weighs 0.56 kg. Thanks to the long, smooth barrel (17.8 cm), good shooting accuracy is achieved. There is an open rear sight and front sight. The Weaver rail allows you to install a laser target or a flashlight under the barrel.

The cylindrical detachable magazine has 8 compartments holding 15 bullets each. Total - 120 copper-plated steel balls of the appropriate caliber. The shot is fired after the barrel rolls onto the valve. This moving barrel system gives the charge good speed. The manufacturer claims 125-130 meters per second, but in practice it is higher (130-147 meters per second). Two cans are enough for 120 shots, and filling with compressed air is enough for 35 shots. Muzzle energy is within acceptable limits - up to 3 joules.

Video review of the Ataman-M1 air pistol:

The trigger, which operates only in self-cocking mode, is distinguished by a light and soft trigger that works evenly. The fuse is non-automatic. The Ataman-M1 pistol can be purchased both on the manufacturer’s website and in one of the online stores. It costs from 3150 rubles.

Pros and cons of this model

Air pistol Ataman-M1, magazine and bullets

Reviews about the pistol are mostly positive. Owners note the following advantages of Ataman-M1:

Good accuracy, lightness;
Soft trigger and self-cocking;
Large magazine capacity;
Possibility of refueling in several ways;
A type of seal that allows you to keep gas in the tank for a long time.

If you pierce the cans with an insufficiently sharp movement, then one of them may remain intact. Therefore, you need to have a hard surface on hand to pierce them.
You cannot use refillable cans - the design does not allow this.
When refilling the magazine compartment, you must keep the slider down at all times, otherwise the balls will fly apart.
The gun is quite capricious regarding the quality of the balls, which can cause the mechanism to jam. Therefore, you need to use only high-quality charges.

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What is included

The cardboard box with camouflage design contains the pistol itself, as well as:

Technical certificate;
double-sided nut for puncturing cylinders;
sealing ring type KU 016-019-19;
bonus - a device for threaded cartridges "Hunter's Signal".

Note that two modifications of Ataman-M1 are currently being produced, the difference in price between them is about 500 rubles. The cheaper option does not have fittings for alternative refilling and allows the use of only gas cans. The version with fittings can be distinguished by the inscription on the box: Ataman-M1U. In this case, we have two more parts included:

Filling valve;
union.

If caught with a gun

If you are caught with such a pistol, it is advisable to become a victim of an unscrupulous manufacturer. First you need to take steps that could position you as an athlete's shooter. Find some shooting range or shooting club and sign up there.

If there is no such thing nearby, create a group of sports pistol shooting enthusiasts from your legal VK page. Accept a few of your friends into the group and fill it with content. Send several letters to reputable shooters with questions about possible participation in some competitions. When asked by the investigator why there was a loaded pistol in the holster, the answer was that he was going to or from training and did it mechanically.

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Documents for weapons must be kept. Cash and sales receipts and a manufacturer's certificate with the store's seal. Under no circumstances should I say that I have read any articles about the real muzzle energy of this pistol. In this case, you will probably be able to appear before the law as a victim of an insidious manufacturer who sold you a low-quality pistol that is structurally similar to a weapon. Which you use exclusively for sports.

Ataman M1 costs an average of about 4 thousand rubles. The Ataman M1U modification, with refill from a fire extinguisher, sells for about 5 thousand rubles. The price for Ataman M2 is about 11 thousand rubles. It is difficult to buy older versions of Ataman. There are practically no Ataman and Ataman M pistols left on sale.

Scheme of work

Before shooting, you need to raise the safety. When you press the trigger, the sear presses on the weighting material and compresses the spring. The barrel moves under the action of this spring and captures one ball located in the receiving sleeve, cutting it off from the rest of the charges. The valve opens only when the barrel is put on the rod tube. Gas leakage is thus excluded.

Then the barrel is removed from the sear - the compressed spring forces it to hit the valve, releasing a portion of gas. This is enough to accelerate the metal ball.

Disassembling and assembling the pistol

Raise the fuse. To remove the air block from the pistol frame, you need to knock out the pin and apply a little force (this is perhaps the most difficult moment). Next, we disassemble this block, for which we unscrew the barrel, holding the weighting agent in a vice. The spring and other parts along with the barrel will simply fall out. The main thing here is not to lose anything.

We use pliers to pull out the metal plate directed towards the handle. In this case, we act perpendicular to the axis of the pneumatic block. If the valve cannot be removed, then you need to pull the plastic sleeve towards the muzzle (it receives the balls). We do not unscrew the self-tapping screw at the back of the pneumatic block. Then we disassemble the valve - there should be no difficulties with this. Assembly is in reverse order. After several disassemblies, the parts are ground in, and this will become quite simple.

The video shows the disassembly and modification of the Ataman-M1 pistol:

Important: when assembling the valve, pay special attention to the placement of the rubber seal that seals the front part of the valve. It is located in front of the plastic sleeve.

Where is the Ataman-M1 air pistol used?

As stated in the technical data sheet, this model is recommended for training and target practice. Hardball players also managed to appreciate it. And fans of plinking (recreational shooting at bottles and cans) will be happy to use this pistol. But it is not suitable for self-defense - it is too light.

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Tips for repairs and upgrades

After firing several thousand shots or more, accuracy may decrease. This defect occurs because the plastic wears out and the gap between the gun body and the barrel becomes too large. The “fix” is simple: you need to take a fifteen-ruble plug for the RG6 cable. It comes with a crimping cylinder.

We cut this cylinder with scissors, spread it a little larger than the trunk and straighten the edges bent inward. Using a round file, lightly grind the inside of the cylinder (so that the speed of the shot does not drop). Then we put our product on the barrel with the cut up. After this, not only accuracy increases, but also the service life of the pistol.

As for the upgrade: to increase power, owners install stiffer springs, bore the valve and expansion chamber. And one more thing: the owners of those models that are not equipped with fittings have come up with a way to do without them. To do this, you need to drill a hole in the center of the plug into which the valve from the car wheel is inserted.

Lethal effect of the M1 model

As for the Ataman pistol, calculations tell us that its declared muzzle energy is 2.5 J. The magnitude of the damaging effect is 0.16 J per mm. sq., which corresponds to a superficial wound. This fact provides certain advantages to pistol owners.

In Russia there is liability for violating the rules of carrying weapons. Regarding air guns, sporting pistols and rifles, they are prohibited from being carried in a condition suitable for shooting. This means they must be unloaded and in the bag. You cannot carry them in a holster. You cannot have a connected cylinder and bullets in the magazine.

This does not apply to Ataman; he can be carried in a holster, with balls in the clip and with filled cylinders.

The second big plus concerns shooting outdoors. Since July 2, 2013, administrative article 20.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation on shooting on the street has been in force in Russia. Many people who shot at banks in vacant lots or fought off stray dogs became victims of this article. The penalty is from 40 to 50 thousand rubles with confiscation of weapons.

They invented it, supposedly against characters who like to shoot everywhere on the streets, and, as always, normal people suffer. Offenders continue to shoot where they want and how they want.

The chieftain is not considered a weapon, and you can shoot from it in a vacant lot or in a park. You shouldn't abuse this. Shooting in crowded places can be regarded as hooliganism - disdain for social norms using weapons. Just as in all cases of crimes committed with weapons, it does not matter whether the weapon was a military weapon or whether it was a lighter.

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