BSA Gold Star SE
BSA Guns (UK) Ltd. · Rifle · In Production · 2014
Also known as: BSA Goldstar SE, BSA Gold Star SE PCP
Overview
The BSA Gold Star SE is a fully regulated pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle built around BSA's ECHF cold hammer forged barrel and a self-indexing rotary magazine. Filled to 232 bar, it delivers roughly 75 regulated shots per charge in .177 caliber and 90 in .22, with a sub-12 ft/lb muzzle energy for UK legal use. It is offered with adjustable laminate sporter stocks, including Black Pepper, walnut, and a red-white-and-blue Union Jack option.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3200 g (112.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 910 mm (35.83") |
| Barrel Length | 385 mm (15.16") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage Adjustable |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 213 m/s (699 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 16 J (12 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Cold Hammer Forged Steel |
| Stock Material | Laminate |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .177 Air (4.5mm) · primary — also known as .177 pellet, 4.5mm, 4.5mm air
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Pre Charged Air Reservoir
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Fully Regulated Action, Echf Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Self Indexing Magazine, Single Shot Tray Option, Onboard Pressure Gauge, Quick Fill Port, Adjustable Laminate Stock, Shrouded Barrel
Production
Production years: 2014-present
Sporting/hunting air rifle; not produced for military service
Origin
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Notes
Available in .177 (4.5mm) and .22 (5.5mm) calibers, in multi-shot or single-shot configurations. The shrouded ECHF barrel and onboard regulator are aimed at hunting and field-target shooters.
Background
BSA Guns of Birmingham, a successor of the historic Birmingham Small Arms Company founded in 1861, became one of Britain's best-known airgun makers, and the Gold Star carries forward the name of its earlier spring-piston sporting rifles into a modern regulated PCP platform.