The Izh-40 pistol being considered today can safely be considered the first Soviet air pistol of its own design and mass-produced. Of course, experts may argue that SPP was also mass-produced before it, but it was only a clone of the German EmGE Zenit. By the way, on its basis, our gunsmiths developed the Izh-PP and Izh-4, but they were produced only in small batches, not mass-produced.
Purpose
The IZH-40 standard pneumatic pistol is intended for initial training in shooting in the conditions of mass shooting ranges and sports organizations and allows the widest range of shooting sports enthusiasts to acquire shooting skills.
For shooting, bullets of the “DN”, “DC” or other 4.5 mm calibers intended for use in pneumatic weapons are used.
Good balancing in combination with a comfortable grip contributes to the pistol’s stability when aiming, which allows you to get good results when shooting.
Top 3 most popular air rifles IZH
| Place | Name | Rating | Price, rub |
| 1 | Air rifle MP-512 | 9.2/10 | 4290 |
| 2 | Air rifle Izh-61 | 9.0/10 | 4700 |
| 3 | Air rifle-automatic Junker-4 AK-105 | 8.9/10 | 18 000 |
1st place. Air rifle MP-512
A simple, but at the same time reliable and powerful rifle. Has high accuracy and accuracy of combat.
2nd place. Air rifle Izh-61
A successful combination of compact size, combat accuracy and the possibility of improvement.
Technical specifications
Table 1.
| Parameter name | Meaning |
| Caliber, mm | 4,5 |
| Barrel length, mm | 225 |
| Trigger force, N | 10…25 |
| Pistol dimensions, mm | 398x170x37 |
| Weight, kg, no more | 1.5 |
Advantages and disadvantages
The IZH 53M air pistol has a large number of advantages. It has minimal weight characteristics and a reasonable price. This weapon is ideal for targeted shooting.
The simple and reliable design of the pistol makes it easy to use even novice shooters. The possibility of tuning allows you to slightly improve the standard performance characteristics of the product.
The presence of an integrated safety completely eliminates the possibility of an accidental shot, and a large number of adjustments allows you to optimally configure the weapon for any user.
Among the main disadvantages of the pistol are the minimum muzzle power and the lack of a magazine. As a result, there is a need to pump air after each shot.
Design and principle of operation
3.1. The design of the pistol is simple and reliable.
3.2. The pistol is cocked by turning the barrel, which is securely fixed in intermediate positions.
3.3. The bullet ejects from the barrel due to the energy of the air compressed in the cylinder by a fast-moving piston, which receives energy from a pre-compressed mainspring.
3.4. The locking mechanism reliably fixes the barrel with the receiver, and the original seal design ensures complete tightness of their connection.
3.5. The design of the sight allows you to adjust shooting vertically by rotating the sight screw, and horizontally by moving the entire sight.
3.6. Safety mechanisms ensure safety when handling the pistol.
3.7. The pistol barrel is made of high-quality barrel steel by cold forging.
3.8. The pistol handle is made of plastic.
3.9. Due to constant work to improve the pistol, increasing its reliability and improving performance properties, changes may be made to the design that are not reflected in this passport.
Possible tuning
Tuned IZH 53M
An upgrade can have a positive impact on the performance characteristics of the weapon. In this way, it is possible to increase the power potential of the product.
When carrying out tuning, it may be necessary to replace the barrel. The standard variation of this element contains a minimum number of grooves. Carrying out work to replace the barrel can have a positive effect on improving the accuracy and accuracy of shooting. The bullet's flight range will also change for the better.
Provided that the barrel coupling has a plastic design, then you can replace it with an aluminum variation of the product. In addition, the plastic backdrop can be replaced with a steel one.
Modernization of the collimator on IZH 53m:
To achieve higher accuracy and shooting range, it may be necessary to install guides or weights. For maximum ease of use, it is best to resort to using a more powerful spring. Standard sights, presented in the form of a rear sight and a front sight, can also be replaced.
Operating procedure
4.1. When preparing the gun for use after preservation:
1) remove lubricant from the barrel bore and from the outer surfaces of the gun;
2) inspect the external parts of the gun for damage, cracks, etc.
4.2. When preparing a pistol for shooting:
1) take the pistol by the handle with one hand, and with the other press down on the base of the front sight and open the barrel);
2) rotate the barrel around the axis to the rearmost position, while overcoming the resistance of the mainspring, you will put the piston into cocking position;
3) insert the bullet into the bore;
4) rotate the barrel around its axis until it is fixed in its original position.
4.3 Fire a shot.
4.4. Check the pistol to ensure there is no bullet in the barrel after shooting.
Basic equipment
There are two different configurations that you can count on when purchasing an IZH 53M air pistol. In one case, the potential owner of a weapon can count on the presence in the kit (in addition to the pistol) of a mainspring, an aiming bar, a training target, a set of bullets, a piston collar, and a receiver bullet. Here you should also add the technical passport of the weapon and a case intended for transporting the pistol.
The second configuration option consists of the same pistol, mainspring, cuff, cleaning rod, sighting bar and packaging box. In this case, we can also talk about the presence of a technical passport and a screwdriver. By using the latter, it is much easier to disassemble the weapon if necessary.
Another pneumatic model with the same power as the IZH 53M is the Gletcher Colt 1911 air pistol. It is very similar to its military brother, the American Colt, and the blowback system is already loved by domestic users. Review of the Beretta air pistol on this page. What is so remarkable about this automatic pneumatic gun? Technical characteristics and features.
Maintenance
5.1. Correct handling and timely maintenance of the gun increases service life and guarantees reliable operation. You should not disassemble the gun unless necessary.
5.2. Do not fire the pistol empty, without bullets, as this will sharply reduce its durability.
5.3. Use only bullets intended for use in air guns.
5.4. Disassemble the gun only for preventive maintenance or troubleshooting in the following order:
1) unscrew the handle screws and separate the handle;
2) unscrew the butt plate (15). Perform this operation on the table. Place the gun in a vertical position and lightly rest the butt plate on the table with one hand and turn it away with the other. Carry out this operation with extreme caution, since at the moment the butt plate is separated from the pistol, the latter, under the action of a compressed spring, moves at high speed;
3) remove the mainspring (14);
4) separate the sear (10), trigger sear (17) and trigger (18), having previously knocked out their axes;
5) knock out the axis of the cocking lever (12) and separate it, moving it to the rear position;
6) remove the piston (7);
7) rotate the barrel (1) around its axis at a certain angle, remove the locking screw and the barrel axis (3);
separate the barrel with the hinge (22) from the receiver;
9) knock out the bolt pin and, pressing the bolt (23), remove the drift and bolt, and then the bolt spring (24).
5.5. Reassemble the gun in reverse order. During the assembly process, do not damage the cuff on the groove of the receiver.
5.6. If the bullet's flight speed decreases, which can be judged by the decrease in its penetration ability, remove the cuff, soak it with RZh GOST 9811-61 lubricant (impregnation is also carried out every 500...1000 shots) and put it back in place, securely securing it with a screw.
If the problem persists, replace the cuff. If the piston cuff and barrel gasket are in working order, but the bullet's flight speed is not high enough, replace the mainspring.
5.7. If an air leak is detected when firing between the breech of the barrel and the receiver, the barrel gasket is replaced.
5.8. To prevent piston breakage, it is recommended to tighten it after every 500...1000 shots.
5.9. To ensure reliable fastening of the pistol grip to the frame, it is necessary to tighten the grip screws every 500... 1000 shots.
5.10. The barrel bore is cleaned and lubricated after 500...1000 shots, and parts of the trigger mechanism and locking unit - after 1500...2000 shots. During long-term storage without use, the metal parts of the gun must be lubricated with RZh gun lubricant.
5.11. Store the gun in a dry place. In order to avoid the mainspring being pre-loaded, the piston should not be cocked.
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The story of one old man or IZH-40
Good day everyone!
I want to share the story of an old man from the world of pneumatics who came to me, the ancestor of the widely known IZH-53.
Structurally they are similar, as well as in terms of performance characteristics. The only differences between them are in the method of attaching the barrel, sights and the method of attaching the cuff, and in the handle. On the IZH-40, the barrel axis screw is additionally fixed with a screw, as on the Khatsanakh. The cuff is made of leather and is attached to the piston with a screw, and is not put on the fungus. The sight is adjustable only in the vertical plane and is like a slingshot. The front sight is similar to the IZH-60 and 61 with a metal box, but is pressed into the base.
But this is not a review article! She's talking about something completely different...
So, a friend suggested that I buy this exhibit from him at a rather “delicious” price. Without hesitation, and besides, I had long wanted to hold the pensioner in my hands and see him with my own eyes, I agreed. A week later the rare pistol arrived. As is my custom, after arrival it is necessary to disassemble, check, clean and lubricate, i.e. carry out a complete and thorough maintenance. Which is what was done.
Externally, the condition of the pistol turned out to be very good! There were some traces of corrosion, but they were successfully removed with simple manipulations. It came down to the insides.
The back and spring were removed by the seller so as not to sag the spring, the barrel was removed from the axis for compactness by him. The inside of the barrel looked perfect! The USM also turned out to be in excellent condition. Everything is clean and beautiful, without corrosion, but with traces of use. Where would we be without them!?
It's the compressor's turn... To remove the piston, you need to disassemble the pistol almost completely; only the SK remains in place (those who disassembled the IZH-53 or MP-53 know). Made. We begin to pull out the piston... Doesn't give in... We are trying to pull it out using the stop lever…..let’s go…. went.....almost hit the cat when he flew out! And I almost got my finger chopped off by the sharp edge of the cocking rod groove in the cylinder! The cat, naturally, retreated from the piston’s flight path with his characteristic black lightning speed and bulging eyes. Finger... to hell with it! This isn't the first time someone or something has tried to chop off part of my limb. But I digress.
The piston was found and subjected to careful examination.
To be honest, for the first time I had the opportunity to see and tactilely feel, in other words, touch, a leather cuff. She didn’t look at all cheerful, the long-term use took its toll and not only... But that’s not what alarmed me, but the interesting bluish tint... Well, okay, let’s move on. There was SO MUCH grease on the piston itself, which had turned into plasticine, that it was just horror, dormant in the feather grass! Scraped it off. Washed and cleaned. Good now! Clean blued metal creaks pleasantly under your fingers.
Now the compressor cylinder. No less guano has been raked out of it. For control cleaning, wipe the junction of the cylinder itself and the front plug with a cotton swab. I take out the tampon…..and it has the same mysterious bluish tint…..
I return to the cuff. Out of curiosity, I decided to dig into it with a knife..... My surprise through the tears of hysterical laughter and bitterness knew no bounds!
Results of excavations in the cuff:
- pieces of a ballpoint pen refill along with a nib or whatever this iron crap is called. Judging by the amount of debris, the whole rod was there. So that's where that mysterious blue color comes from!
— two paper clips for fastening notebook sheets. As I understand it, it was from the notebook that they had this shape.
- other small debris and rubbish
- pieces of the same plasticine grease
When the tears and hysterical shaking of the body were overcome, I decided to soak the cylinder in industrial kerosene, then in VD-40, after thorough cleaning and final lubrication and assembly. The cuff was photographed and thrown out of sight. I ordered a new one with the help of Volodya MH, for which I am very grateful to him! The sealing ring was replaced with a new one from MP-512, fortunately they are identical. The upper belt of the piston is ground and polished for better sliding. The barrel has been cleaned to the shine of cat bells.
Now you can safely call it a well-preserved pistol! And go shoot.
So why am I broadcasting all this here... WHERE DID THE ROD AND STAPLES COME FROM IN THE COMPRESSOR!!?????? Even if they tried to shoot them, how did they get inside!!????
It also surprises me how the barrel survived such use!? He's in perfect condition!
Truly, there is no limit to human inquisitiveness and ingenuity!
And now a call, a slogan, in short - let's take care of our devices and treat them with care, as if they were our own, even if you initially plan to get rid of them in favor of the suffering in exchange for money. signs, boundless gratitude, in exchange for something more interesting for yourself... Think about possible heart attacks, strokes and other obscene and unpleasant-sounding ailments that may befall the unsuspecting future owners of your “in good condition” pistol, rifle, crossbow, yes at least salt shakers!
I'm done!
PySy: I don’t have any complaints against the seller, he warned me that he didn’t climb into the trunk or inside. That’s why, in fact, the price was so high.
After all the manipulations of bringing the pistol into proper shape and test shooting, the old man was sold to someone who needed it more. Well, I’m not a fan of short-barreled guns! And I couldn’t raise my hand to make a carbine out of it according to the IZH-53 principle...
I thank everyone who read to the end and steadfastly endured the presented material!
PySySy: I forgot to indicate a warning at the beginning of the article, about the material not for the faint of heart....well, now there’s nothing to be done....I’ll live with it....
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Cleaning different types of rifles
The most unpretentious rifles in terms of maintenance are gas-cylinder models. Most foreign bodies, as well as metallic dirt, are simply blown out of the barrel at the moment of firing. However, during the cleaning process it is very important to prevent moisture from entering the cylinder, otherwise this will lead to a deterioration in combat performance and a constant process of condensation inside the barrel. The same applies to multi-compression pneumatics with a PCP mechanism.
Rifles that use a coil spring as their main power source need cleaning much more than others. In addition, it is important to regularly lubricate the hammer, bump stop, and the spring itself, since they tend to quickly lose oil. It is best to use a thin brush or piece of rags for this purpose. However, under no circumstances remove old oil with acetone or diesel, as this will trigger the process of decomposition of the metal.
Rifles with a rifled barrel deserve special mention. Many inexperienced gunsmiths say that such pneumatics should not be cleaned with brushes, since pieces of metal can get into the rifling. However, this is a deep misconception, because all burrs are removed during the process of washing the weapon. Of course, there may be exceptions, but they are often associated with cases where the owner does not want to devote enough time to cleaning the rifle.
Popular PCP-type models
“CZ-200T(S)” is a single-shot rifle manufactured by the Czech Republic. It is distinguished by high quality and relatively low cost.
“Hooligun” is a powerful single-shot Russian rifle manufactured at the Kalibr enterprise. The high price is compensated by high reliability.
“Ataman ML15” is a carbine that is easy to maintain and operate. The domestic model is not inferior in quality to foreign ones and is relatively inexpensive. Carbines are convenient for making a series of quick shots. This is facilitated by the specific shape of the handle. A very detailed care guide is included.
“Jager” 5.5 SP NEW – leads the domestic market thanks to its reasonable price and biathlon platoon.
There are stores offering Chinese copies of famous models. Such products, as a rule, are cheap, but their quality leaves much to be desired, and the characteristics may not coincide with those indicated in the catalog.
Expert advice: on the official websites of manufacturers and stores you can get information about a specific model of an air pistol or rifle, including the price and delivery package, and also check whether it is a licensed model.
