IZH-38 - air, the manufacturer of which is the Izhevsk Mechanical Plant. The gun, popular among fans of firearms and novice hunters, has a long service life, ease of use and maintenance, and demonstrates utmost reliability during operation.
IZH-38 air manifests itself as an effective means for firing at targets from a short distance. The rifle is rarely used by experienced hunters who track large game, because it has a minimal caliber and low muzzle energy. The exception is modified models.
What is IZH-38 air?
The rifle belongs to the category of low-power "turning" pneumatic weapons. The mainspring is erected with the help of a lever, which directly protrudes the weapon body.
IZH-38 - air, which has the ability to install an optical sight. A special mount is provided for this, as well as micrometer adjusting screws.
IZH-38 air contains a fixed closed front sight. However, there is an opportunity to change the length of the sighting line. The air rifle box is made of plastic or wood.
Construction and equipment
The design of the rifle includes the following elements:
- Trunk.
- Aim.
- Gasket barrel.
- Receiver.
- Spring on the air IZH-38.
- Piston.
- Trigger mechanism.
- Lodge.
- Trigger with a lock.
- Erection lever.
The level of equipment of the rifle is determined by the nature of its configuration. In addition to the warranty card and the technical passport of the model, as an additional element, the user is often offered spare ramrods and cuffs. It is these details that most quickly fail during the intensive use of the rifle.
Characteristics
What are the technical indicators of the IZH-38 gun? The air has the following characteristics:
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Rate of fire - 150 m / s.
- Weight - 2.8 kg.
- Length - 1050 mm.
- Energy transfer - spring.
- Ammo - lead bullets.
- Power - about 25 J.
- Descent - adjustable.
- Fuse - Automation.
Exploitation
How to prepare for use the IZH-38 rifle? After prolonged storage, the air needs to be removed from the barrel channel and also requires cleaning of the external surfaces. Before use, the functional elements of the gun are inspected for damage.
To charge, just put the rifle in his free hand, grabbing the other neck of the box, pressing on the barrel. Next, the barrel is rotated around its axis until it moves to its extreme position. Overcoming the spring resistance, the cocking lever puts the piston in the fighting position. The bullet is placed in the stem channel, the axis of which moves to its original horizontal position.
Security
Despite the presence of safety elements in the design, the IZH-38 rifle poses a considerable danger both to the user himself and to those around him with careless, careless handling. Therefore, during the operation of an air rifle, it is worth observing some safety rules.
So that the use of the gun does not lead to traumatic or tragic consequences, it is prohibited:
- Point the barrel of a loaded rifle towards live targets.
- Leave the gun out of reach of unauthorized persons.
- Keep the rifle in combat condition.
- Leave the gun unattended with a bullet in the barrel (if the latter is present, it is necessary to shoot towards the target before storage).
How to strengthen the air vent IL-38?
One of the main advantages of the rifle over other analogues of domestic production is the possibility of modernization. For example, to increase the starting speed of a bullet, it is enough just to expand the combat cylinder in volume. The task is achieved by lengthening the zone for the piston stroke. This solution causes an increase in the distance to the mounting of the cocking lever, which is located in the receiver.
To increase the slaughter ability, the rifle is disassembled, after which an additional part is manufactured, which allows more efficient transfer of force to the spring pusher. The dimensions of this element must exceed the parameters of the old by at least 5 mm. The material for the manufacture of the part can serve as a steel billet with a thickness of about 3 mm. Based on the fact that the piston hook extends beyond the standard groove, a new hole for the pin is additionally created in the well of the trigger mechanism. Upon completion of work with its fastening there will be no difficulties.
At the final stage, the rifle is reassembled and a standard wire spring with a diameter of 2.8 mm is installed. Subject to the recommendations, you can count on the final increase in the combat power of air weapons.