Anschutz 9003
J.G. Anschutz GmbH & Co. KG · Rifle · In Production · 2004
Also known as: Anschutz 9003 Premium, Anschutz 9003 Premium S2, Anschutz Model 9003
Overview
The Anschutz 9003 is a single-shot, pre-charged pneumatic 10-metre match air rifle chambered in .177 (4.5 mm) for ISSF Olympic-discipline air rifle competition. Loaded one pellet at a time through a bolt-action breech, it is fed compressed air from a removable cylinder charged to roughly 200 bar and fires at about 170 m/s. The rifle features a five-way adjustable match trigger, an adjustable aluminium competition stock, and precision diopter rear and globe front sights, making it a mainstay of elite and Olympic-level target shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4490 g (158.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1110 mm (43.70") |
| Barrel Length | 640 mm (25.20") |
| Sight Radius | 850 mm (33.46") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Fixed Firing Pin |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 1 N (0.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 170 m/s (558 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 7.5 J (6 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 10 m (11 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum |
| Finish | Anodized |
Calibers
- .177 Air (4.5mm) · primary — also known as .177 caliber, 4.5mm, .177 pellet
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot Breech
- Safety mechanisms: Dry Fire Mechanism
- Features: Pre Charged Pneumatic, Single Shot Loading, Five Way Adjustable Match Trigger, Diopter Rear Sight, Globe Front Sight, Removable Air Cylinder, Adjustable Aluminum Stock, 200 Bar Charge
Variants
- Anschutz 9003 Premium - Premium Match
- Anschutz 9003 Premium S2 - Updated Match
Service history
Operators
- International competitive air rifle shooters
Production
Production years: 2004-present
Flagship of Anschutz's 10m match air rifle line, used at Olympic and ISSF World Cup level; the Premium S2 marks a later production update.
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
10-metre Olympic-style match air rifle. The 9003 Premium and Premium S2 are the principal production variants; the design later carried over into the 9015 series.
Background
Anschutz match air rifles such as the 9003 have long dominated Olympic 10-metre air rifle podiums, prized for their consistency and finely tunable ergonomics; the 9003 Premium barreled action later formed the basis of the 9015 series.