Hämmerli 480K
Hämmerli AG · Pistol · Discontinued · 1994
Also known as: Model 480 K, 480K Matchluftpistole
Overview
The Hämmerli 480K is a Swiss single-shot 10-metre ISSF/UIT match air pistol chambered in .177 (4.5mm). Powered by a pre-charged compressed-air cylinder filled to a maximum of 200 bar, it delivers a muzzle velocity of about 145 m/s (roughly 7.5 joules) and around 180 shots per fill. It features a fully adjustable two-stage match trigger, adjustable orthopaedic grips, a quick-change rear sight blade, and a dry-fire training mode, built on a light aluminium frame with fibreglass cladding for competitive Olympic-style precision shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1100 g (38.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 420 mm (16.54") |
| Barrel Length | 250 mm (9.84") |
| Height | 200 mm (7.87") |
| Width | 50 mm (1.97") |
| Sight Radius | 340 mm (13.39") |
| Action Type | Single Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Fixed Firing Pin |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 145 m/s (476 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 |
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: Dry Fire Training Mode
- Features: Pre Charged Pneumatic, 200 Bar Air Cylinder, Adjustable Match Grips, Adjustable Two Stage Trigger, Quick Change Rear Sight Blade, Adjustable Rear Sight, Single Shot Loading
Variants
- Hämmerli 480 - Dual Power Base Model
Production
Production years: 1994-2000
Match/sport air pistol; produced by Hämmerli AG in Switzerland during the 1990s
Origin
Country of origin: Switzerland
Discontinued: 2000
Notes
The 480K is the compressed-air (Pressluft) member of Hämmerli's 480 match-pistol family; the base Model 480 was offered as a dual-power design usable with either CO2 or compressed air. Sight adjustment is 2 mm per click at 10 m.
Background
Hämmerli built its reputation on Olympic-grade precision, and the 480 series carried that pedigree into the compressed-air era: the 480K's charged cylinder adds only about 28 grams to the pistol's weight when topped off to 200 bar, so the shooter barely feels the difference between an empty and a full gun.