Weihrauch HW30
Hermann Weihrauch Sport GmbH & Co. KG · Rifle · In Production
Also known as: HW30S, HW30N, Beeman R7
Overview
The Weihrauch HW30 is a lightweight break-barrel, spring-piston air rifle chambered in .177 (4.5mm). Built by the German maker Hermann Weihrauch, it is renowned for its smooth cocking stroke, the proprietary two-stage Rekord trigger, and excellent accuracy at modest power levels. Tuned to sub-12 ft-lb energy, it is widely regarded as one of the best entry-level and junior spring rifles, equally popular for plinking and field target shooting.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2500 g (88.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 985 mm (38.78") |
| Barrel Length | 395 mm (15.55") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Trigger Type | Two Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 11 N (2.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 189 m/s (620 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 9 J (7 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 30 m (33 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Beech |
| Finish | Blued |
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: Automatic Safety
- Features: Break Barrel Cocking, Rekord Trigger, Adjustable Open Sights, Scope Rail, Lightweight
Variants
- Weihrauch HW30S - Standard
- Weihrauch HW30N - Nitro Piston
Production
Long-running production model; sold worldwide through Weihrauch and rebranded distributors
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
Sold internationally as the HW30S (sporter) and HW30N (gas-ram / Nitro Piston). Marketed in the United States under the Beeman R7 designation.
Background
Hermann Weihrauch's airguns earned a cult following for their hand-fitted Rekord trigger, and the compact HW30 became the rifle many shooters cite as the gun that taught them spring-piston technique.