Brocock Bantam Sniper
Brocock Ltd · Rifle · In Production · 2016
Also known as: Brocock Bantam Sniper HP, Bantam MkII Sniper
Overview
The Brocock Bantam Sniper is a British pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle built around a compact semi-bullpup configuration that keeps the rifle extremely short while retaining a full-length Lothar Walther barrel. It uses a smooth side-lever cocking action to index a 10-shot rotary magazine, draws air from a removable carbon-fibre buddy bottle, and is offered in .177, .22, and .25 calibres. Marketed with a tactical aesthetic and shrouded, moderated barrel, it is popular for hunting, pest control, and target shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3085 g (108.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 864 mm (34.02") |
| Barrel Length | 432 mm (17.01") |
| 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 | 40 J (30 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 55 m (60 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Beech |
| Finish | Anodized |
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, Resettable Safety
- Features: Semi Bullpup Configuration, Side Lever Action, Lothar Walther Barrel, 10 Shot Rotary Magazine, Adjustable Two Stage Trigger, Regulated Air Cylinder, Carbon Fibre Buddy Bottle, Picatinny Scope Rail, Shrouded Barrel Moderator
Variants
- Brocock Bantam Sniper HR - Hunter
- Brocock Bantam Sniper Magnum - High Power
- Brocock Bantam Sniper XR - Regulated
Production
Production years: 2016-present
Part of the Brocock Bantam PCP family; revised as the MkII Sniper with multiple stock and cylinder options
Origin
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Notes
Sold in sub-12 ft-lb UK-legal form and higher-power FAC versions producing up to roughly 30 ft-lb in .22. The Bantam Sniper HR adds an adjustable hunter stock; the Magnum uses a longer barrel and larger cylinder. Air cylinders offered in 400cc, 480cc, and 500cc capacities.
Background
Brocock is a Birmingham-based airgun maker, today part of the Daystate group, and the Bantam established itself as one of Britain's most popular semi-bullpup PCP hunting rifles thanks to its compact length and full-power barrel.