Gamo Black 1000 IGT Air Rifle .22 Caliber Technical Review
Gamo Black 1000 IGT Air Rifle, Caliber 5.5 mm
The Gamo Black 1000 IGT represents the pinnacle of modern air rifle engineering, designed specifically for precision shooting enthusiasts and hunters requiring a lightweight yet powerful platform. This advanced air rifle delivers an impressive 24 Joules of muzzle energy, optimized for both target shooting and small game hunting. Featuring a sleek, ambidextrous synthetic stock in matte black, the rifle enhances shooter ergonomics with an improved textured grip achieved through innovative checkering patterns, ensuring maximum control during rapid follow-up shots.
At the core of the Black 1000 IGT lies Gamos proprietary Inert Gas Technology (IGT), which replaces the traditional steel spring with a high-performance gas piston system. This upgrade significantly reduces recoil and vibration, prolongs the rifles service life, and improves shot consistency by delivering smoother, more reliable power strokes. Complementing the IGT system is the Smooth Action Trigger (SAT), engineered for a crisp, adjustable trigger pull that enhances shot accuracy by minimizing trigger creep and overtravel.
Additional features include the Shock Wave Absorber (SWA) buttpad, designed to mitigate felt recoil and reduce shooter fatigue during extended sessions. The integrated Regleta Reductora de Retroceso (RRR) recoil reduction rail further stabilizes the rifle by dampening vibrations transmitted to mounted optics, preserving zero and extending the lifespan of sensitive scopes and red dot sights. These combined technologies make the Black 1000 IGT an ideal choice for precision airgun shooters who demand reliability, durability, and superior ballistic performance.
Technical Specifications
Power Output: 24 Joules
Overall Length: 110 cm
Weight: 2.5 kg
Muzzle Velocity (5.5 mm caliber): 286 m/s
This air rifle is perfectly suited for metallic and semimetallic projectile reloading enthusiasts who seek consistent velocity and energy transfer for effective hunting and target engagement. Its robust construction and advanced gas-piston mechanism provide a stable platform for precision shot placement, making it a top-tier option in the competitive airgun market.