Air Arms S510
Air Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2007
Also known as: Air Arms S510 Xtra, S510
Overview
The Air Arms S510 is a British pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle introduced by Air Arms in 2007. It uses a smooth side-lever cocking action to feed a 10-shot rotary magazine and is fitted with a regulated air cylinder and a Lothar Walther match-grade barrel with an integrated silencer. Renowned for its accuracy and refined sporting stocks, the S510 is offered in .177, .22, and .25 calibres and is a popular choice for hunting, pest control, and field target shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2800 g (98.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 970 mm (38.19") |
| Barrel Length | 395 mm (15.55") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 5 N (1.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 250 m/s (820 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 30 J (22 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Air (5.5mm) · primary — also known as .22 pellet, 5.5mm, 5.6mm air
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Rotary Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Trigger Safety Catch
- Features: Side Lever Action, Lothar Walther Match Barrel, Integrated Silencer, 10 Shot Rotary Magazine, Adjustable Two Stage Trigger, Regulated Air Cylinder, 11mm Dovetail Rail
Variants
- Air Arms S510 XS Ultimate Sporter — Sporter
- Air Arms S510 TDR — Takedown
- Air Arms S510T — Tactical
- Air Arms S510 Carbine — Carbine
Production
Production years: 2007-present
Continuously updated through XS, Ultimate Sporter, TDR, and Tactical variants
Origin
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Notes
Offered in sub-12 ft-lb UK-legal form and higher-power FAC versions (up to roughly 30-40 ft-lb depending on calibre). The 190-bar fill delivers around 150-180 shots per charge.
Background
Air Arms is a Sussex-based airgun maker founded in 1983, and the S510 is widely regarded as one of Britain's finest sporting PCP rifles, frequently winning magazine group tests for its accuracy and build quality.