Hämmerli 162 Electronic
Hämmerli · Pistol · Discontinued · 1992
Also known as: Hämmerli 162e, Hammerli 162
Overview
The Hämmerli 162 Electronic is a Swiss .22 Long Rifle single-shot free pistol built for ISSF 50-metre free pistol competition. It shares the action of the Model 160 but replaces the mechanical linkage with a battery-powered electronic (solenoid) trigger, offering an extremely light, lag-free, and finely adjustable release. Fitted with fully adjustable target sights, a stippled walnut grip with adjustable palm shelf and rake, and a barrel counterweight system, it was produced by Hämmerli AG of Switzerland from 1992 to 1998.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1330 g (46.9 oz) |
| Barrel Length | 287 mm (11.30") |
| Sight Radius | 371 mm (14.61") |
| Action Type | Falling Block |
| Firing Mechanism | Solenoid Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Electronic Trigger, Single Shot, Adjustable Trigger, Adjustable Sights, Adjustable Palm Shelf, Walnut Target Grips, Counterweight System
Variants
- Hämmerli 160 - Mechanical Trigger
Production
Production years: 1992-1998
Precision target pistol produced in limited numbers for competition shooters
Origin
Country of origin: Switzerland
Discontinued: 1998
Notes
The electronic trigger is powered by two 6-volt lithium batteries and fires the round via a solenoid rather than a mechanical sear. The companion Model 160 uses a conventional mechanical trigger.
Background
Free pistols like the Hämmerli 162 use one of the lightest triggers in all of shooting sports — its electronic release can be set so fine that a competitor's heartbeat is enough to disturb the aim, which is exactly why the solenoid trigger removes the mechanical creep of a traditional sear.