The history, which bears the full name “Hatsan Arms Company,” goes back to the distant 1970s. The company was founded in the western Turkish city of Izmir as a family firm in 1976. But soon the company grew to the scale of the whole country, and then the world. It entered the international market only in 2000.
Now the company is exporting. About 95 percent of production is exported abroad. Approximately 90 countries are active buyers of Hatsan rifles.
They now occupy about 35,000 square meters of land and employ 650 workers. The enterprises use a little more than 500 machines for various purposes, including machines that measure the dimensions of rifles with computer accuracy. The design of the weapon has been modernized and can be combined with developing technologies.
The company has an ISO 9001 certificate, which fully confirms compliance with all necessary requirements. The company says it meets all 9001 requirements in this certificate. The annual turnover is about 300,000 units, which is quite good for a company that was conceived as a small family business.
The founders of Hatsan assure that their air rifles are the most unique in the world and the most popular in all of Turkey.
Air rifles from this company are used by law enforcement agencies in many countries around the world. The purpose of this weapon is different - from hunting and sport to defense. All parts of the rifle are patented, and the products are based on quality and safety, the company claims.
Nowadays, the Hatsan air rifle is an integral part of any legal weapons market. The Turkish Hatsan air rifle has made a name for itself and is undoubtedly at the peak of fashion in the production of weapons.
The official Hatsan website hosts a video presentation of this rifle.
Motto (from English “Serious. Solid. Impact”)
Hatsan spring piston rifles
is the unofficial leader in the production of spring-piston rifles (SPP - spring-piston pneumatics). This is noted by both critics and ordinary users.
Entry-level Hatsan
Models of the 30 series are considered entry-level Hatsan rifles. They are easy to use and affordable (about 9,000 - 15,000 Russian rubles, depending on the level and modification). There are models with a black body, some in colored camouflage, and some are even made to look like wood.
Main characteristics:
- These models are distinguished by the presence of very small volume compressors.
- Also, their piston stroke is reduced to 60 millimeters.
- The length of such a rifle is 1070 millimeters.
- Weight – about 3 kilograms.
Technically, despite the entry-level classification, such rifles can be considered as full-fledged hunting weapons.
Magnum class Hatsan
The magnum class of Hatsan rifles is significantly more powerful than the same class, but other rifles. This superiority is achieved due to the compressor - 27 by 100 millimeters. Other “magnums” from other companies have a compressor size of 25 by 100 millimeters. With such a small difference, the Hatsan produces much more energy in kilojoules. The bullet speed can reach 305 meters per second. This is considered a very good result.
One of the first rifles of this class was the Hatsan mod 55S rifle. It is equipped with a modern mechanism called “Quattro Trigger”. It will be discussed in more detail below in the article.
This version was modified very often, almost every year.
Now there is the “Hatsan 70” option, which, according to manufacturers, is one of the newest types of air rifles and is practically “perfection itself.”
Prices for this class of rifles do not differ significantly from entry-level Hatsan rifles - from 10,000 rubles.
Manufacturers spent a lot of time designing the rifle. The catalog contains traditionally black ones, and there are those designed in camouflage for hunting lovers. If you trace the evolution of the design from the 30th version to the 70th, you can see how the butt cheek has become more pronounced. The forearm, barrel sleeve and fracture unit were also lengthened.
If you do not take into account the design and minor changes, the hardware itself has not changed radically. It just became prettier, so to speak. There are more models to choose from, depending on your taste.
Now the company is actively developing models of the 85th and 90th series. They also come in different designs and colors. You can find black, wooden and camouflage ones.
"Hatsan" 95th model
“Hatsan” of the 95th model has a slightly different modification, it is called “Quiet Energy”. Its significant differences are a significantly shortened barrel and an integrated muffler. All of them are equipped with a special mechanism called “Quattro Trigger”. It also features SAS vibration damping and a Vortex gas spring, making these rifles efficient and virtually indispensable.
The length of such Turkish Hatsan pneumatics reaches 1100 millimeters, and the weight can reach almost 4 kilograms.
Stryker rifles
The company does not stop there and continues to improve magnum class rifles. More recently, it has released Stryker-class rifles, which include the Striker 1000S and Striker Edge. They are distinguished by the so-called “skeleton” butt. In fact, this is just a beautiful design of the butt, but it looks very interesting.
This series of Hatsan aircraft does not have a vibration damping system (aka SAS), but it is not at all inferior to its brothers. Shotguns of this class are much shorter - 1095 millimeters, and their weight is less than three kilograms.
In the “Striker” series, a special place is given to the “Striker Junior” model. The developers claim that it is made for children and novice shooters. It is very easy to use, the handle and barrel snap together easily, and the trigger is also very easy to pull. This rifle weighs a little more than 2 kilograms without ammunition. Its length is only 960 millimeters. It is also sold in three colors - black, wood and camouflage.
Interestingly, the Stryker Junior rifle comes with a complete set for training in shooting - targets and paper rings.
Unlike other full-size or toy products, this rifle is loaded with features for adults. Precision rifled steel barrel breaks easily; It features an ergonomic synthetic material with a double chine, an adjustable pull trigger, and a micro-adjustable rear sight. Benefits include automatic anti-cocking, manual reset, and anti-trap protection.
"Hatsan" class "supermagnum"
This segment of air rifles is the most widespread and popular around the world.
"Hatsan 125"
The most interesting and widespread model is “Hatsan 125”. It was she who ousted her Spanish and German rivals from the market and is still creating a stir to this day. Its price was much lower than that of its competitors, and its power and quality were many times greater. It is not surprising that buyers flocked to the Turkish version, causing losses to all other companies.
But now the question of the quality of this rifle is causing fierce debate. For example, many say that its quality is noticeably poor, that the handle is poorly made, and the stock and trigger are poorly thought out. Many people say that the optical sight quickly fails, along with the piston and clutch.
However, these disputes do not affect purchasing power. In many countries, such a rifle is being sold like hotcakes.
The manufacturers did not stop with this rifle; they released an improved version of it, in which they fixed all the bugs and problems. The range of this type of rifle is very diverse.
The Hatsan 125TH rifle is one such example. The price starts from 15,000 rubles on the Russian market for such a rifle. In this model, the developers experimented with the design. For example, there is a “skeleton” version or a wooden version, with which the owner can feel like a real hunter.
This model has a very well thought out butt cheek and muffler.
"Hatsan sniper"
An even more advanced version is the Hatsan Sniper, equipped with a sniper bipod and modern sights. The price of such a rifle is 20,000 rubles in Russia. Its length is about 1240 millimeters, and its weight exceeds four kilograms.
The Hatsan 135 line has become even more advanced compared to its brothers. Such rifles have a compressor that is 30 x 120 millimeters. This rifle weighs more than 4 kilograms and is made of a material called “Turkish walnut”.
However, the Hatsan line of “supermagnums” does not always have advantages. Many experts say they are not known for accuracy, the compressor gets very hot, and the sniper scope does not allow you to reach the target. The gas spring in the compressor does not always work efficiently. Many say that it would be better if it did not exist at all.
Although users point to their effectiveness, most criticize the low rate of fire and difficulty in maintaining the rifles.
"Hatsan Quiet Energy"
One of the latest models in this line is the Hatsan 135 Quiet Energy. It is distinguished by a 7.62 mm modification and a high-quality under-barrel platoon. It is made to look like wood and is an original hunting rifle.
It is worth noting that this rifle has much more positive reviews than its “super Magnus” colleagues. Most of the users praise the design, including the closures, couplings and comfortable cheek piece.
This line was conceived as a kind of remake, a response to negative reviews about the Hatsan 125 and Hatsan Sniper versions. Judging by the reviews, the manufacturers managed to achieve results. Now this rifle is one of the best-selling rifles in the world. A big name and a beautiful building did their job.
Important! It is worth noting that the above discussed rifles with a movable platoon, that is, the weapon is literally assembled for firing. Below we will present the Hatsan rifles with under-barrel cocking and their main characteristics. They also have magnum and supermagnum class models. These rifles are not better or worse. They stand parallel to each other.
Guns Khan Arms (Khan Arms)
The most famous series of the Khan Arms company is Matrix, and all weapons in this line are made only for 12 gauge. All Matrices are inertial, therefore they have their own specific advantages and disadvantages:
Advantages:
- The simplicity of inertial automatic machines: they are easy to clean, they break down less often and are not so demanding on operating conditions, the environment, etc.
- The usual factory settings are enough for the gun to shoot perfectly.
- The energy of the powder gases is not lost during the shot.
- The barrel drift is less than on other systems.
Flaws:
- A powerful charge is required (the minimum weight of the Matrix is 28 grams; at 24 it will, of course, work, but not with all cartridges and only with the correct insert).
Characteristics:
- Gun caliber: 12;
- Barrel length: 61, 76, 71 cm;
- Store: 2+1, 4+1, 5+1;
- Weight: 2.2-3.2 kg.
"Hatsan" with an under-barrel platoon
The fixed table is very popular among rifle buyers. Many people believe that the moving barrel is unstable and can easily fail. They are afraid of the trigger mechanism and even the barrel breaking. Supporters of the under-barrel platoon believe that such a rifle is more stable and practical. However, critics argue that there is no such emotional charge and feeling of hunting if the barrel is motionless. Again, this is a matter of preference.
"Hatsan Torpedo 105X"
One of the basic models of this line is the Hatsan Torpedo 105X. It comes in both black and camouflage shades. The bullet can travel at a speed of 305 m/sec, which is quite high for a rifle. It is this characteristic that amateurs point out as key in choosing this type of weapon.
“Hatsan Torpedo 100X” (“Hatsan Torpedo 100X”) is presented in a wooden stock and has slightly different modifications than the black model. It has a slightly different shutter and sight.
Although if we take such a simple characteristic as “hardware”, then such models are not much different from their colleagues with a movable barrel.
These rifles are slightly heavier than their counterparts. The weight here can reach 4.3 kilograms. For comparison, the weight of the “fractures” is only 3.9 kilograms. In the “unbroken” model, the weight of the spring and piston increases significantly.
"Torpedo"
"Hatsan Torpedo 155" ("Hatsan Torpedo 155") is not based on models with a movable barrel, which makes them more unique and interesting.
Such models are more expensive than rifles with a moving barrel. The price range starts from 25,000 rubles in Russia.
The Torpedo model is distinguished by a special button, which is located near the trigger guard. This button serves to unlock the entire rifle system and prevents the lever from returning to its original position from the erected position. To unlock the entire system, you must press this button.
This feature has generated various discussions. Supporters say that this is a revolutionary solution, that it helps a lot and makes the rifle original. However, opponents argue that it is too complicated and does not carry any semantic meaning. Many people criticize this model for its poor trigger mechanism and difficult maintenance. For example, users are very critical of the process of loading the barrel with a bullet. In order to do this, you need to move the inner barrel forward. For a 21st century model, this is very inconvenient and smacks of the Middle Ages. The process of loading such an air rifle could be much easier with new technologies and precision.
"Hatsan Dominator"
Manufacturers obviously took into account the comments of users on the Internet and watched videos of long-term loading of rifles. They decided to release a model called “Hatsan Dominator”. In its development, all the errors of the previous version were taken into account, judging by the rave reviews on the Internet. The base model “Hatsan Dominator 200S” uses the styling of the “Sniper” and its variants. But it is much more convenient to use. This model has a movable compressor cylinder, which makes it easy to use.
The very concept of the “Dominator” is borrowed from British or even Spanish rifles. It differs only in the trigger mechanism and the subtleties of the “mechanics”. It has SAS vibration damping and a modern optical sight. The lower piston hook and trigger mechanism in this model have been almost completely redesigned.
The Hatsan Dominator 200W model is equipped with the same characteristics as the regular Dominator, only it looks more defiant and hunting-like. This model weighs four and a half kilograms, all due to the spring and piston. The length of such a rifle is 1150 millimeters. There are modifications of this “Dominator” with a shortened barrel. Its characteristics are the same as those of models with a long barrel. This is just a taste model. Some people like models with long barrels, while others prefer short rifles.
The length of the shortened model is only 1098 millimeters. It comes with a muffler or, more scientifically, a sound moderator.
Such models start on the Russian market at 30,000 rubles. Although netizens claim that there is something to pay for.
PCP BigBore Rifles: The Most Powerful Hatsan
Manufacturers place rifles of the “Big Bore” class in a separate group. The word is translated from English as “big well”. This is a relatively recent phenomenon in the airgun world.
"Hatsan Carnivore 135"
A subtype of this line is “Hatsan 135 Carnivore”, which translates as “predator”, “carnivore”. This is a fairly powerful rifle that is popular among even big game hunters. Their caliber reaches 9 millimeters.
Hobbyists post videos using this rifle, showing how easy it is to aim and shoot with this rifle. The bullet drop reaches fifty meters, which is quite respectable for such a weapon.
"Hatsan Hercules"
If the power of the Hatsan Carnivore 135 is not enough, then the Hatsan Hercules. Such rifles have a caliber of up to 45 millimeters and can produce enormous amounts of energy. The price of such rifles can be steep – from 60,000 rubles.
Despite the price, such a rifle was a certain success. In its wake, the company released the Hatsan Hercules Bully line. The literal translation from English is “Hercules (aka Hercules, hero of Greek mythology) The Offender.” It costs from 80,000 rubles, but the cost is justified by the quality. It comes in 6.35 caliber and is a single-shot rifle.
"Hatsan VT65 Carnivore"
And the company never tires of delighting its customers with new Big Bor models. For example, it recently released “Hatsan BT65 Carnivore”, which is even more advanced than its colleagues. It has a perfect and comfortable bolt, a comfortable cheekpiece and high power.
"Hatsan Bt65 SB Big Bor Carnivore caliber QE"
“Hatsan Bt65SB Big Bore Carnivore 35 Caliber QE” is probably one of the latest models on this list. It is equipped with a modern muffler and produces a huge amount of energy. Its price also exceeds 80,000 rubles in Russia.
It is worth noting that the entire Big Bor line is equipped with mufflers made according to the latest developments by Turkish specialists. They are absolutely silent. This is what is considered a real hunting rifle.
These “Predators” are produced in 7- and 9-mm calibers.
Internet users actively post videos using these rifles. Judging by them, the power of the Predators is really high.
Hatsan Galatian class rifles
Powerful premium PCP rifle. This is a relatively new series, which includes the Hatsan Galatian and Hassan Galatian TS-carbine rifles. Both of them do not exceed 1100 millimeters in length and weigh no more than 4.5 kilograms. They are also available in three types of caliber - 4.5, 5.5 and 6.35 millimeters. On the plus side, they have an excellent “cheek”; it is made of soft but durable plastic.
It also has a ready indicator, a new feature introduced by the company. The rifle is made from high quality polymer. The sight is very accurate, the trigger does not jam and is located very conveniently. Despite their novelty, both types of rifles have received many flattering reviews on the Internet. Obviously, the manufacturers took into account all the inaccuracies in previous models and decided to improve the quality.
This series belongs to the class of air rifles with pre-pumping (otherwise “PSP”, in English you can find the term “PCP”).
Many rifles with a full set can cost up to 250,000 Russian rubles.
Description
Hatsan Escort is a model of a gas-operated smoothbore semi-automatic shotgun of 12 and 20 calibers, which is made on the basis of the Italian Euro from Fabarm. Compared to European models, it has a significantly lower price. Hatsan is made of light alloy, which is resistant to corrosion and can withstand heavy loads; the barrel has a chrome-plated channel. The weight of the weapon does not exceed 3.5 kg. The magazine holds 4 rounds (plus 1 in the barrel), it can be expanded with an extension or reduced with a limiter. Barrel length from 550 mm to 760 mm. The barrel has a seat and threads for replaceable choke tubes. The kit includes sighting devices - a ventilated rib and a metal front sight.
The armory produces smooth-bore weapons with two types of stocks: wooden and plastic, made of polyamide fiber. In the model names, the wooden stock is marked AS, and the plastic stock is PS. Butt pads are used to adjust the buttstock. The hatsan gun is also equipped with a system for accelerated loading and quick emptying of the magazine. Thanks to this, you can recharge it with one hand. The gun is great for hunting on the go.
Smart Valve Piston System
A special feature of Hatsan Escort is the absence of complex components and mechanisms in its design; it is easy to assemble and maintain. Another detail that distinguishes the Turkish model from its competitors is the company’s patented Smart Valve Piston system, which allows you to charge cartridges of different weights using a gas outlet.
New items
"NovaStar"
New models of “Hatsan” rifles are posted on the company’s website. One of these is NovaStar. It has a caliber of 4.5, 5.5 and 6.35 millimeters. This rifle weighs only 3.8 kilograms without a magazine.
“Flash Pup S”
This is a powerful rifle both in appearance and in recoil. Its caliber is the same as that of its colleague “NovaStar”. However, it looks massive. The most interesting thing is that she weighs only three kilograms, despite her dangerous appearance. This is achieved due to the short barrel and lightweight spring.
"Hatsan Alpha"
The rifle is designed for "children and beginners," the company's website says. Its length is 1057 millimeters. It is available in three types - camouflage, black and wood. Interestingly, it is in demand not only among children and beginners. According to enthusiastic comments online, it is very easy to use.
A bullet with an Alpha rifle can reach speeds of up to 250 meters per second.
"Super Charger QE"
This rifle is also popular because it weighs only 1.6 kilograms. Its length is only 475 millimeters. However, despite its short length, in other respects it belongs to rifles. But it’s better to put it between rifles and pistols.
"Speed Fire"
From English "quick fire". And she is really fast and efficient. In this weapon, the trigger can be set to two different settings. This rifle has only two calibers - 4.5 and 5.5. The standard length is 1195 millimeters. This rifle weighs 3.4 kilograms, which makes it one of the lightest rifles. Manufacturers promise maximum accuracy and perfect optics. This is a new model on the market and has not yet received many rave reviews.
"Air Tact"
Translated from English as “Air beat”. And it really merges with the air flow, ensuring high accuracy of hitting the target. It has a built-in muffler that works with great efficiency, according to the description on the website. Manufacturers also promise a very movable hook and high-quality installation. The length of such a rifle is 1140 millimeters, and it weighs only 2.6 kilograms. This is all due to the thin barrel, lightweight spring and polymer materials from which this weapon is made.
"Vectis"
This model is also presented with a muffler. Its length is 1050 millimeters and its weight is about three kilograms. It is also created from high-tech polymers, which makes it easy to use and easy to lift. It is produced in three types of caliber - 4.5, 5.5 and 6.36 millimeters. This model is also new on the market and it is not yet entirely clear how well the manufacturers have coped with the task of improvement.
Design
Like any gas-operated semi-automatic machine, Hatsan Escort has a large number of removable parts, while the design remains very simple in design. The gun consists of a plastic or wooden stock, a receiver, a tray for placing cartridges and a barrel. The package includes a magazine cutter, as well as a slide stop control button. The under-barrel magazine has a capacity of 4+1 rounds, which can be increased to 7+1 with the help of an extension.
Hatsan Escort Dynamic
The trunk is the real pride of the company. They are made by cold forging, so they are of excellent quality. Chrome-molybdenum steel is used for production, and during certification the barrels are fired with cartridges that provide a pressure of 1200 kg/cm2. The barrels have a chrome-plated surface, are equipped with anti-reflective aiming strips and a luminescent front sight. Thanks to these devices, the aiming process becomes comfortable at any time of the day. Hatsan Escort is equipped with 5 replaceable steel chokes, allowing you to shoot different shot at different distances. For large fractions, you can unscrew the cylinder.
Brand terms
Quattro Trigger
The English word "Trigger" is translated as "trigger". This is an indispensable element of every air rifle. The Italian name "Quattro" literally translates to "four". This hints at the four main components of this mechanism - the trigger and three sears.
The most important difference between Turkish rifles is that the hook is always unloaded and does not depend on the spring. This characteristic determines the quality of the entire mechanism and the gun as a whole.
By comparison, many rifle manufacturers can only reduce volume by 32 percent.
There are a lot of examples of “Hatsans” with silencers. For example, Airmax, SuperNova, Bullboss-W and others. Their mufflers are also different and act differently for different calibers and types of hardware.
Example - "Gladius" and "Gladius Long". This rifle looks compact - the length of the short and extended versions does not exceed 1000 millimeters. However, they weigh very impressively - almost five kilograms. This weight comes from the spring and trigger mechanism. But this version has as many as four magazines, two trigger modes and the Easy Adjust system.
However, the price of Gladius can be steep - from 72,000 rubles.
Overall, this advanced two-stage match trigger is only available in the .
The custom trigger also allows finger pressure to be released if the shot cannot be fired after being engaged in the first stage. It automatically returns the trigger to full engagement. It also has a built-in fall safety device to prevent the air gun from accidentally triggering when dropped (whether the guard is on or not).
SAS
Another component, which is in no way inferior to the previous one in meaning and importance, is the SAS or vibration damping system. In English it sounds like Shock Absorber System.
This system is slightly different in shotguns with a broken barrel and a solid one. The broken ones have a barrel, which is rigidly fixed with iron in the stock. In solid barrels this mount is slightly more flexible. Both types of shotguns have a compressor, which is mounted on a bracket at the back, and at the front it is attached to special bushings. It is these bushings that dampen vibrations.
Hatsan says its patented shock absorber system reduces vibration and increases the life of weapons, optics and accessories.
Vortex
In English, the word "Vortex" means "funnel". Manufacturers have played with this name a little in guns. In pneumatics, this is a proprietary high-pressure gas spring. Almost a funnel.
There is no unique “vortex”. It is different for each model and performs different functions.
There are at least 6 types of such “vortexes”:
- type 1: mode 55-60-70-75-80-85-90
- type 1-B: mode 88-95-99
- type 2: mode 125-125TH-125 Sniper, Mod 135, Torpedo 150-150TH-155
- type 3: Striker 1000S-1000X-Edge
- type 4: Dominator
- type 5: Torpedo 100X-105X
- type 6: Mod25 SuperCharger
TRIOPAD
From the English “pad”, which literally means “insole”, it’s easy to guess that “Triopad” is a butt softening system. This is a rubber gasket with special adjustment inserts added.
According to the company, TRIOPAD maximizes recoil absorption and provides additional comfort. And three spacers allow you to adjust the appropriate length of pull.
Quiet Energy
Translated as “Silent Energy” and is an integrated muffler. Reduces shot volume by fifty percent, according to the manufacturer.
The company is now working to reduce the sound of the shot to a minimum, so that it is not heard at all. Such developments are presented for presentation purposes only and have not yet passed all tests.
The word "Quiet Energy" was coined specifically. Silencers have analogs in Spanish, German, and many other air guns.
Suppressed shotguns are available in 4.5, 5.5 and 6.35 mm calibers. Bullets can reach speeds of 380 meters per second, which is quite impressive for an air rifle.
These indicators apply only to light bullets that are not weighted with lead or other metal.
This technology is very popular with Predator model rifles. Nowadays, many videos on YouTube show how easy it is to use such silenced rifles. Indeed, the capabilities of such pneumatics are amazing. And the Turks still promise new lines with improvements.
Currently, the company’s website lists at least seventeen models with Quiet Energy technology. These include the aforementioned Hercules and Hercules Bully, Nova, Gladius, and Bullboss models.
Standing apart is a model called AT-P1 QE. Here in the description of the rifle it is written that it is fifty percent quieter, which makes it a breakthrough in suppressed rifles. This rifle weighs a little more than two kilograms and reaches a length of only 590 millimeters. The quality of the shot is achieved by an aluminum cylinder and a metal trigger, which is covered with gold plates. It also uses shockproof technology (the so-called anti-knock system), which is very attractive to users. This means that the shooter will not be knocked out by the shock wave from the shot and can safely continue firing at the target.
It is noteworthy that it is the Hatsan Hercules rifles that can be used in hunting large livestock, for example, in hunting pigs.
