RAW TM1000
Rapid Air Weapons LLC · Rifle · In Production · 2016
Also known as: Rapid Air Worx TM1000, RAW TM1000 Bi-Athlon
Overview
The RAW TM1000 is a single-shot, pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) target air rifle chambered in .177 caliber, built by American maker Rapid Air Weapons. Fed from an internally regulated air reservoir and operated by a biathlon-style side lever, it pairs a match-grade Lothar Walther barrel with a carbon-fibre shroud and air stripper. Renowned for its consistency, it is one of the most decorated competition air rifles produced in the United States.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4170 g (147.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1000 mm (39.37") |
| Barrel Length | 432 mm (17.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 220 m/s (722 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 27 J (20 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Laminate |
| Finish | Anodized |
Calibers
- .177 Air (4.5mm) · primary — also known as .177 caliber, 4.5mm, .177 pellet
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Biathlon Side Lever, Regulated Pcp, Match Grade Barrel, Carbon Fiber Shroud, Air Stripper, Adjustable Cheek Rest, Adjustable Butt Pad, Accessory Rail, Dovetail Scope Rail
Variants
- RAW HM1000x - Hunter Chassis
- RAW TM1000 Chassis Pistol - Pistol Configuration
Production
Production years: 2016-present
Hand-built in limited numbers; total production figures not published
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Available in left- or right-hand action and in high- and low-power tunes. Stock options include walnut and laminate thumbhole or vertical-grip configurations.
Background
Rapid Air Weapons earned a reputation in field-target and benchrest air-rifle competition as 'the most winning air rifle made in America', with the TM1000 platform widely used at the highest levels of precision airgun shooting.