AEA Terminator
AEA Precision Airgun · Rifle · In Production · 2020
Also known as: Terminator, AEA Terminator MAX, Terminator S45
Overview
The AEA Terminator is a big-bore, semi-automatic pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle from AEA Precision and one of the most powerful semi-automatic airguns in production. Built around a high-capacity rear air bottle regulated to roughly 3600 psi and fed by a detachable rotary magazine, the big-bore .457 model drives heavy lead slugs to velocities near 800 fps for muzzle energies suitable for hunting medium and large game where airgun hunting is legal. It uses an integral shrouded barrel for reduced report, an aluminum chassis, and a Picatinny optics rail.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3900 g (137.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1041 mm (40.98") |
| Barrel Length | 508 mm (20.00") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 244 m/s (801 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 386 J (285 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 70 m (77 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum |
| Finish | Anodized |
Calibers
- .457 Air · primary — also known as .45 Cal Airgun, .457 Big Bore, 11.6mm Air
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Pressure Relief Device
- Features: Semi Automatic Action, Integral Shrouded Barrel, Rear Air Bottle Stock, Detachable Rotary Magazine, Picatinny Optics Rail, Regulated Air System
Variants
- AEA Terminator MAX B&W S45 - Big Bore
- AEA Terminator 2 - Updated
Production
Production years: 2020-present
Origin
Country of origin: China
Designer: AEA Precision
Notes
Offered across several calibers including .30, .357 (9mm) and .45/.457, and in multiple configurations such as the Terminator MAX B&W S45 with an enlarged air bottle. Marketed as a hunting air rifle rather than a firearm and generally not regulated as a firearm in most U.S. jurisdictions. AEA-branded airguns are engineered by the U.S. company and manufactured overseas.
Background
AEA Precision built a following among big-bore airgun hunters by pushing semi-automatic PCP designs to extreme power levels, with the Terminator marketed as one of the hardest-hitting semi-auto air rifles ever offered to consumers.