IZH air rifles - description of weapon performance characteristics

The Izhevsk Mechanical Plant produces various variations of weapons. Among the wide range of products there are also classic spring-piston rifles. The movement of the bullet in such guns is due to the interaction of the piston and a powerful spring.

To reload a spring-piston rifle, you must resort to using the barrel breaking technique. Most often, the caliber of such weapons is equivalent to 4.5 mm. For this reason, the rifle belongs to the category of small-caliber weapons.

The barrel of a single-shot rifle is made of steel. As for the butt, they can resort to using hard wood or plastic. In the latter case, we can talk about the minimum weight indicators of the product.

The presence of rifling on the barrel ensures maximum bullet speed. The minimum indicator in this case is 100 m/s. Depending on the characteristic features of the model, the initial speed of the bullet can reach 220 m/s or even more.

Most popular models

The model line of weapons presented by the Izhevsk Mechanical Plant is quite wide. Such rifles are popular not only among professional shooters, but also among amateurs. The IZH MP-512 model, which is the flagship of the existing model range, deserves special attention. No less popular are the air rifles IZH-38 and IZH-60. The IZH-61 model has good performance characteristics.

Analogs

Modified models of the IZH-22 are common in gun stores, but the original predecessor is rare. The “hedgehog” was replaced by foreign air rifles:

• Hatsan - Turkish “aircraft” with better ergonomics;
• Daisy Buck - Japanese pneumatics with higher technical capabilities;
• Umarex is a lightweight German rifle with a gas cartridge instead of a spring.

The domestic analogue of the Smersh R2 is inferior to the IZH-22 in projectile speed, but is also suitable for target practice and shooting competitions.

IZH 22

Air rifle IZH 22

The IZH 22 air rifle attracts with its loyal price and good potential. Such weapons, presented by a domestic manufacturer, have certain advantages and disadvantages.

Design features

The diameter of the mainspring of such a rifle is equivalent to 2.8 mm. This element provides a high initial bullet speed, which varies between 100-120 m/s. If the standard spring is changed, this figure can increase to 150 m/s.

The IZH 22 rifle is distinguished by its reliable design and ease of operation.

It should be noted that this weapon variation is one of the first guns that were presented in this class.

Moreover, the IZH 22 is positioned as a prototype of the IZH 38 rifle.

The propelling mechanism of such a rifle is cocked by rotating the barrel on an axis. Considering that if the barrel is not closed, it can be torn off, such a mechanism was previously paired with the barrel of the weapon.

Assembling and disassembling the rifle

It is very important to resort to disassembling weapons only when absolutely necessary. We are talking about eliminating breakdowns, as well as preventive cleaning.

To disassemble the rifle, you must first separate the stock from the receiver. To resolve this issue, you should unscrew all the fasteners, and then remove the axle connecting the barrel and the box.

The next stage of disassembly is to knock out the pin. When removing the trigger, it is very important to ensure that the block pin is removed from the receiver socket. The final step is to remove the spring and piston. When reassembling the IZH 22 air rifle, you must first insert the piston into the receiver cylinder.

Application

The IZH 22 air rifle is most often used for training shooting at shooting ranges and various sports organizations. In addition, this type of weapon is well suited for plinking and recreational target shooting. When solving other problems, the use of this variation of weapons is not an appropriate solution.

Video review of the air rifle IZH 22:

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the advantages of such an air rifle are a sufficient level of power and a high initial speed of the bullet. Considering the insignificant dimensions of the weapon, we can also talk about minimal recoil. The IZH 22 air rifle shoots quite quietly.

Regarding the shortcomings, attention should be paid to the absence of a bolt responsible for fixing the barrel axis. This leads to the fact that during operation such an axis gradually unwinds. Another negative point is the not very convenient rear sight screw. For practical purposes, the mounting hole should be deepened. In addition, it should be noted that the attachment of the aiming bar to the base is not entirely successful.

Rules of circulation

To fire a shot, hold the rifle by the neck of the stock with your right hand, press down on the opening lever button (7) with your left thumb and lightly shake the rifle. With your left hand, turn the barrel around its axis, while the cocking lever, overcoming the resistance of the piston spring, will move the piston to the rear position and put it in cocking position.

Use your fingers and left hand to insert the bullet into the bore. In this case, the rear edge of the bullet should not protrude above the end of the barrel. Move your left hand to return the barrel to its original position. The rifle is ready to fire.

To keep the rifle in good condition for a long time, the following rules must be observed:

1. It is not recommended to fire a rifle empty, without bullets, since in this case its survivability sharply decreases.

2. The use of different objects for shooting instead of zero that are not intended for use in pneumatic weapons is strictly prohibited, since this leads to damage to the rifle.

3. When the zero take-off speed decreases, which can be judged by its penetrating ability, it is necessary to impregnate the piston cuff with mineral oil, and also turn the screw with which the cuff is attached to the piston completely, or replace the cuff.

4. To prevent breakage of the piston screw, it is recommended to tighten it after every 2000 shots.

IZH MR-512

Air rifle IZH MP-512

The IZH MP-512 single-shot rifle is phenomenally popular among consumers. With a total length of 1090 mm, the barrel size in this case is 450 mm. The rifle is designed to fire lead bullets.

Design features

This rifle is distinguished by the presence of an automatic safety lock, which is responsible for blocking the trigger during loading. If necessary, you can adjust the length of the aiming line. The safety button is located close to the trigger, so we can talk about maximum ease of use of the weapon.

The bullet is pushed out by compressed air, which ensures a high speed of movement of the piston in the cylinder under the action of a spring. The special design of the aiming bar allows you to adjust the shooting accuracy in the vertical and horizontal directions.

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Assembling and disassembling the rifle

Disassembling the IZH MP-512 is not much different from the identical procedure with the IZH 22. In this case, also at the initial stage, the issue regarding the separation of the stock from the receiver should be resolved. When removing the trigger mechanism, it is very important to control one point - you need to make sure that such a part as the block pin is removed from the receiver socket.

The rifle is assembled in the reverse direction. First, you need to insert the piston into the receiver cylinder so that the protrusion on the piston is directed downward. The holes in the block and receiver must be aligned exactly. At the final stage, it is very important to check the correctness of the assembly.

Here it should also be emphasized that disassembling the rifle should be carried out only in cases of extreme necessity.

Application

IZH MP-512 can be used for plinking, general recreational shooting, as well as during training or in sports shooting competitions. In addition, this variation of weapons is often used for hunting. Given the small caliber, such a rifle is suitable exclusively for hunting small game. In this case, the distance should be minimal, because otherwise the lethal effect of the bullet is reduced to a minimum.

Brief video review of the IZH MP-512 rifle:

Advantages and disadvantages

IZH MP-512 is very similar in appearance to military weapons. It is extremely convenient and extremely reliable in operation. This product attracts the attention of potential buyers not only with its good technical characteristics, but also with a reasonable price.

Among the shortcomings, one can note the minimal power of the weapon. However, this problem is relevant for all types of rifles with a spring-piston mechanism. The same can be said about single-shot weapons. This point makes any rifle not entirely practical, since it becomes necessary to reload after each shot fired.

Another negative point is the fact that during operation the settings of the aiming bar may become lost.

It may take a sufficient period of time to return this element to its original position.

Modifications and equipment

Included with the rifle, the buyer received a cleaning rod, a cuff and two spare springs. The weapon was accompanied by a warranty card, instructions and a passport, which had to be filled out at the point of purchase. The plant did not accept claims without a passport indicating the store address, date of purchase, stamp and signature of the seller.

The instructions contained a description and technical characteristics of the weapon and operating rules. The manufacturer indicated that the model may differ from the description as its improvement continued. Later modifications:

• IZH-38 - features a sight, a barrel with six rifling and a dovetail rail on which an optical sight can be mounted;
• The MP-60 is a single-shot rifle with a length of 787 millimeters, more compact, but without a safety and with a sensitive trigger. Shot range - 10 meters with a match hitting the head;
• "Baikal" MP-61 - equipped with a magazine for five rounds, cocked with a side lever. The bullet flies at a speed of 180 meters per second.

Models 60 and 61 are also suitable for training young snipers and for playing hardball.

Technical characteristics of rifles IZH 22 and IZH MP-512

Which optics should I choose for this model?

Optical sight on the IZH MP-512 air rifle

If we take into account that the minimum level of recoil is relevant for IZH air rifles, then you can use almost any optical sighting devices. You should not be afraid that the optics will be damaged by recoil when firing.

When choosing an optical sight, you should pay attention to certain points. Among them it is necessary to highlight:

• sight magnification;
• lens size;
• lens material;
• bracket height;
• type of aiming mark.

It is also very important to take into account the expected operating conditions, as well as the amount of money available to the potential buyer.

IZH air rifle for hunting

For hunting, it is most advisable to use the IZH MP-512 and IZH MP-513 models. It is these rifles that have sufficient power necessary for shooting at small game. With a caliber of 4.5 mm, the maximum muzzle energy of the barrel can reach 25 J. This indicator is relevant for the MP-513 model.

To achieve a positive result, you should first take care of installing a sighting device with sufficient magnification. This way, it will be much easier to hit the target from a long distance.