Crossbow "Taktik": description with photo, characteristics, principle of operation and owner reviews

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:40

Hunting with a crossbow is becoming more and more popular these days. On the shelves of specialized stores there are several types of these shooting products. One of the most purchased is the Tactician block crossbow. This model has both advantages and disadvantages, which should be known to those who decided to become the owner of this particular weapon. Information about the device and technical characteristics of the Tactician crossbow is contained in this article.

Meet the model

Despite the fact that the Tactician crossbow belongs to budget models, it is quite powerful and effective. The release of this rifle unit has been established at the Interloper enterprise. Produced since 2013. The good characteristics of the Tactic crossbow, namely the high speed of the arrow, high-quality assembly and functionality have become possible thanks to the use of modern technologies and high-quality materials. ATunlike the rucursive type, the block crossbow is more compact. In addition, the design has a system of eccentrics, through which the loading procedure with an arrow is much easier. Judging by the reviews of the owners, it is easier to cock the bowstring in block-type crossbows. Recoil during firing is small. This is possible due to the rational distribution of the force vector.

About device

As with most modern block crossbows, high-strength composite materials are used in the manufacture of the shoulders. In order to make the Tactic stronger, the manufacturer equipped it with a fully milled frame. A very strong plastic was used for the butt. The stock itself has a rubberized coating, thanks to which it is very convenient to use the weapon. For the butt, adjustment is possible. It is enough for the shooter to equip the weapon with the necessary removable pad. Crossbow with a fairly soft and smooth trigger, made using Power Youch technology. The handle can be set to five positions. The Weaver rail, which is used to mount an optical sight, has hidden screws for easy adjustment.

How to use?

For those who do not know how to shoot the Tactician crossbow, experts recommend the following steps. First, the structure must be assembled. This is easy to do if you follow the sequence of actions. First, a cable slider is put on the guide axle, and then the shoulders that go to the weapon in the kit. Furtherthe structure is fixed with one bolt. After it is completely twisted, the crossbow on the side where the stirrup is located must be lowered down. The leg is inserted into the same stirrup and the bowstring is pulled. You need to pull until you hear a click. You can, of course, use the manual tensioner from the kit.

Now the Tactician crossbow needs to be loaded. To do this, an arrow is inserted into the gutter so that the strip with a special marking is located at the bottom. This strip is present in the plumage area and has a different color. Next, two bolts are tightened and an optical sight is installed on the Weaver bar. Then turn off the automatic fuse. After completing these steps, the weapon is ready for use.

About specifications

The crossbow has the following parameters:

• Tactician weighs 4.3 kg.
• Total length is 899mm, center width is 429mm.
• Fires 20" and 22" arrows.
• Tension force varies between 43-84kg.
• An arrow fired towards the target moves at a speed of 116 m/s.
• The working stroke of the bowstring is 337 mm.
• Warranty period up to 5 years.
• Indicator of sighting range no more than 70 m.

About packaging

Crossbows are sold in long cardboard boxes, which do not have any inscriptions and drawings. Inside, apart from the weapon itself, an interchangeable recoil pad, goggles, wax and a five-position handle, there is nothing else.

This is the basic package. At will, each owner can get the following:

Shako of 6 arrows. Only available for camouflage crossbows

• Manual tensioner.
• Wax used to lubricate the string.
• Four carbon arrows.
• Removable butt pads.
• Optical sight with magnification 4x32 and illumination in red and green colors. To make the sight last longer, the developer provided special protective caps for it.
• Passport, certificate of conformity and instruction manual in Russian. There are also pictures here, the task of which is to facilitate the assembly procedure.
• Goggles.
• Handle 5 positions.
• Handguard. Supplied with black crossbows only.
• Belt.

About the advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of these crossbows include the following:

• The weapons are characterized by short length and improved balance. This became possible due to the execution of the design according to the bullpup scheme.
• Has a very comfortable and ergonomic pistol grip.
• Taktik crossbow with a very high quality aluminum rail containing a special coating.
• The design is equipped with an automatic double-sided fuse.
• Through special overlays, the stock can be easily adjusted to a specific shooter.
• The arrow has a high initial speedflight.
• The compact size allows the weapon to be used in thickets and bushes.

There are weaknesses in this crossbow model. Most often, the owners are not satisfied with the weight of the weapon. In addition, "Tactic" is sold with a very meager basic configuration. To improve it, you will have to pay a few thousand more rubles.

About strengthening weapons

Judging by the numerous reviews of the owners, the Tactician crossbow can be technically strengthened if necessary. Products are completed with shoulders, the force indicator of which is 43 kg. It is considered the maximum allowed in Russia. If this is not enough for the owner, then the design can be strengthened more. It is enough to install the shoulders on the crossbow with a force of 84 kg. However, in this case, the owner will be able to shoot outside the country. Reinforced shoulders are stored separately from the weapon itself.

Price

To become the owner of this rifle unit, you will have to pay more than 30 thousand rubles. Judging by the reviews, Tactics crossbows with camouflage colors cost almost 40 thousand rubles. Black models are cheaper and will cost only 35 thousand. If you need a complete set, then those who wish will additionally have to pay another 10 thousand (for a camouflage crossbow) or 9 thousand rubles (for black).

In conclusion

According to experts, the Tactic is considered one of the best crossbows used by the Russian law enforcement agencies. This model is used as training aids by special forces, paratroopers, reconnaissance and marinefoot soldiers. Judging by the numerous reviews, this crossbow has gained wide popularity among civilian consumers. Mostly "Tactics" is used for hunting and sports shooting.