January 18, 2022
By Game & Fish Staff
Advancements in air-gun technology for hunting now brings arrow launching into clear view.
And new weapons from Umarex USA takes the concept to a new level, with the introductions of the AirJavelin Pro and AirSaber air guns.
Here’s a quick look:
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AirJavelin Pro Arrow Gun AirJavelin Pro Arrow Gun The AirJavelin Pro, the latest air archery rifle from Umarex, is a lightweight modern PCP rifle regulated at 1,500 psi that can deliver up to 25 arrows on target at 370 feet per second.
Propelled by high pressure air instead of CO2, its 7.4 cubic inch onboard air tank holds air compressed to 4,500 psi. The air pressure regulator combined with a 170-grain arrow generates 51.67 foot-pounds of kinetic energy at the muzzle.
Suitable for hunting game such as javelina, turkey, as well as deer at close range with a broadhead that has ample cutting surface.
AirJavelin Pro Specifications
PCP-powered 370 fps / 52 ft-lbs using 170 grain arrows 7.4 cu. in. / 121.3 cc capacity air tank Maximum fill capacity of 4,500 psi 1,500 psi regulator 25 effective, ethical shots on a full single fill Integrated Picatinny rail and M-LOK® slots Ambidextrous bolt design 6.25 lb. single stage trigger Lightweight, modern polymer stock Redesigned collapsible stock with integrated sling slot MSRP: $319.99
AirSaber Elite X2 AirSaber Elite X2 The new Umarex AirSaber Elite X2 is a double-barrel side-by-side air archery airgun that can launch a full-length, 376 grain arrow at 450 feet per second, generating 169 foot-pounds of energy. A quick push of the barrel selector switch shoots equally powerful follow-up shot in less than two seconds — enough to bring down toughest game animals.
The two-shot utility is fueled by its 4,000 psi, 14.6 cu. in. (240 cc) high pressure air tank, capable of up to 25 lethal shots after a full fill-up. A smooth, lightweight 8-pound side cocking lever and a 3-pound single-stage trigger makes prepping for each round of action effortless.
The AirSaber Elite X2 is packed with exclusive Umarex innovations, including the Quick Valve Release, High Pressure Shaft arrows, Straight Flight technology, Adapta Point threading for your favorite broadhead, and PCP Release technology. Learn more at UmarexAirguns.com.
AirSaber Elite X2 Specifications
Double Barrel Repeater Simple, quick push-button barrel selectorv Velocity with 376 gr arrow: 450 FPS / 169 ft-lbs Power Source: PCPv Tank Max Fill: 4,000 psi Regulated: no Air Capacity: 14.6 cu in / 240 cc Up to 25 lethal shots Umarex Straight Flight Arrows (376 gr) Single-stage trigger, 3 lbs Lever action cocking Cocking effort 8 lbs 42.5-inch long 20-inch air tubes 21.5-inch shroudv 8.7 lbs overall weight w/scope Comes with air archery scope, air fill probe, and three arrows MSRP: $499.99
