Gamo Compact
Industrias El Gamo S.A. · Pistol · In Production · 1996
Also known as: Gamo Compact PR-45, Gamo Compact Precision
Overview
The Gamo Compact is a single-stroke pneumatic target air pistol chambered in .177 (4.5mm). Manufactured by the Spanish airgun maker Gamo, it is designed for precision 10-metre and short-range target shooting, delivering match-grade accuracy from a single charging stroke of its top-mounted cocking lever. The pistol uses a rifled steel barrel, fires a single pellet per loading, and produces a muzzle energy of under 7.5 joules at around 120 m/s, keeping it within sporting air-pistol power limits.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 880 g (31.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 320 mm (12.60") |
| Action Type | Single Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Fixed Firing Pin |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 120 m/s (394 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 7 J (5 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 20 m (22 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .177 Air (4.5mm) · primary — also known as .177 caliber, 4.5mm pellet, .177 pellet
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Single Stroke Pneumatic, Rifled Steel Barrel, Adjustable Rear Sight, Match Grade, Top Cocking Lever
Production
Production years: 1996-present
Long-running production model in Gamo's target air pistol line
Origin
Country of origin: Spain
Notes
A budget-friendly entry into single-stroke pneumatic match pistols, the Compact is widely used by clubs and beginners for sportive target practice at around 20 metres.
Background
Gamo, founded in Barcelona as a lead-shot manufacturer in 1959, became one of Europe's largest airgun makers; the Compact has long served as an affordable gateway into single-stroke pneumatic match shooting.