Kral Puncher Breaker
Kral Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2015
Also known as: Kral Arms Puncher Breaker, Puncher Breaker Bullpup
Overview
The Kral Puncher Breaker is a Turkish pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) bullpup air rifle produced by Kral Arms. It uses a side-lever cocking action feeding a rotary magazine (12 rounds in .22, 14 in .177) and is powered by a removable 200cc air cylinder with an adjustable power output. Offered with Turkish walnut or synthetic stocks in .177, .22, and .25 calibres, the compact bullpup is a popular budget hunting and pest-control rifle known for its power and shot count relative to its price.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3100 g (109.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 730 mm (28.74") |
| Barrel Length | 450 mm (17.72") |
| Action Type | Lever Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 12 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 305 m/s (1001 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 30 J (22 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
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
- Features: Bullpup Configuration, Side Lever Cocking Action, 12 Shot Rotary Magazine, Single Shot Tray, Adjustable Two Stage Trigger, Adjustable Power, Removable Air Cylinder, Integrated Moderator, Weaver Picatinny Rail, Half Inch Unf Muzzle Thread
Variants
- Kral Puncher Breaker Silent - Moderated
- Kral Puncher Breaker Marine - Stainless
- Kral Puncher Breaker Synthetic - Synthetic Stock
Production
Production years: 2015-present
Widely exported through the Puncher air rifle line alongside the Mortal, Maxi, and Empire models
Origin
Country of origin: Turkey
Notes
The bullpup layout keeps the overall length short (around 730mm) despite a full-length 450mm rifled barrel. Sold in UK sub-12 ft-lb form as well as higher-power FAC versions abroad. Later Silent and Marine variants add an integrated moderator and corrosion-resistant finish.
Background
Kral Arms is a Turkish arms manufacturer based in Konya, founded in 1998, that produces shotguns and a broad range of affordable PCP air rifles. The Puncher Breaker helped popularise budget bullpup PCPs in the mid-2010s.