Walther CP88
Umarex GmbH & Co. KG · Pistol · In Production · 1996
Also known as: Umarex Walther CP88, Walther CP 88
Overview
The Walther CP88 is a .177 caliber CO2-powered air pistol produced by Umarex under license from Carl Walther. Introduced in the 1990s, it is a full-metal replica pistol that fires 4.5mm diabolo pellets from an 8-round rotary magazine using a 12-gram CO2 cartridge housed in the grip. It operates in both single- and double-action modes and features a rifled steel barrel, earning a reputation for accuracy and realistic weight in the recreational and target-shooting market.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1030 g (36.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 180 mm (7.09") |
| Barrel Length | 102 mm (4.02") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 130 m/s (427 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 4 J (3 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 10 m (11 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Metal |
| Slide Material | Metal |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .177 Air (4.5mm) · primary — also known as .177 caliber, 4.5mm pellet, .177 pellet
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Rotary Pellet Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Co2 Powered, Rifled Steel Barrel, Rotary Magazine, Single And Double Action, Full Metal Construction, Adjustable Rear Sight
Variants
- Walther CP88 Competition - Long Barrel
Production
Production years: 1996-present
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
The CP88 was the first pellet-firing CO2 pistol in the Umarex range. It is offered in multiple barrel lengths and finishes, including a 6-inch Competition model with an extended rifled barrel.