Weihrauch HW97KT Air Rifle

HW97 Kt Thumbhole Underlever

The Weihrauch HW97KT is the thumbhole edition of the legendary HW97 underlever air rifle a precision classic developed specifically for field target and silhouette shooting, renowned for its exceptional balance, smooth cocking, and vibration free shot release. This model combines timeless Weihrauch engineering with a modern, ergonomic thumbhole stock for enhanced comfort, improved cheek weld, and superb handling with scopes.

The fixed barrel system features a muzzle brake for reduced flip, while the world famous Rekord two stage adjustable match trigger delivers crisp, predictable performance. The ambidextrous thumbhole stock is adjustable for length of pull (vertical and lateral buttplate adjustment), with stippled pistol grip and forearm for secure hold, and a rubber buttplate for comfort. No open sights are fitted the rifle is optimised for scope use, making it ideal for field target, hunting, or precision target disciplines.

• Action: Underlever spring-piston
• Calibers: .177 (4.5mm) or .22 (5.5mm)
• Power: Sub-12 ft/lbs (UK legal limit – no FAC required)
• Velocity: ~800–850 fps (.177) / ~650–700 fps (.22) with lead pellets
• Barrel: Precision rifled steel with muzzle brake
• Overall Length: Approx. 1140 mm
• Weight: Approx. 4.0–4.2 kg (well-balanced)
• Stock: Thumbhole hardwood (adjustable buttplate vertically and laterally, stippled pistol grip and forearm, rubber buttplate)
• Trigger: Rekord two-stage adjustable match trigger
• Safety: Automatic
• Sights: None supplied (scope-ready, high comb designed for optics)
• Features: Fixed barrel system, vibration-free shot release, smooth cocking, ambidextrous thumbhole stock