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 Length970 mm (38.19")
Barrel Length395 mm (15.55")
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Trigger TypeTwo Stage
Trigger Pull5 N (1.1 lbf)
Magazine Capacity10 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity250 m/s (820 fps)
Muzzle Energy30 J (22 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Frame MaterialAluminum
Barrel MaterialSteel
Stock MaterialWalnut
FinishBlued

Calibers

Features

Variants

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.