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A W O R K O F
Intended for a wide range of users who need an extremely accurate
air rifl e, the FAS 611 PCP is also a functional work of art available in
multiple energy levels and calibres.
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The FAS brand was established in
1972 by Mr. Massimo Mencarelli.
Later FAS was managed by his son
Rafaelle as part of his company Domino
S.R.L.. Over a period of several years FAS
air pistols and rifl es became a synonymous
with precision competitive shooting through
product innovation, excellent performance in
competitions and at shooting ranges around
the world, including use in Olympic events.
Currently all FAS products are produced
by Chiappa Firearms SRL. Domino and
Chiappa Firearms are working together to
bring this new PCP air rifl e to the market.
Combining Chiappa Firearms craftmanship
and Domino experience and passion for
precision target shooting makes the ideal
combination for producing a superb air rifl e.
Th e FAS 611 air rifl e comes in three
diff erent muzzle energy options – 7.5J and
16J in 4.5mm (.177) and 40J in 5.5mm (.22).
Constant muzzle velocity is guarantee by the
tuned adjustment of the pressure reducer.
Th e receiver and valve housing is machined
from aircraft aluminium.
To maximize sighting options the receiver
has integral 11mm dovetail ready for a
diopter sight, scope or other sight. Th e FAS
AR611 allows rotating the barrel to get
correct point of the impact on target, which
is appreciated by every sport shooter. Th e
barrel is free fl oated for accuracy.
Th anks to the leverage provided by the
side lever cocking system this rifl e is easy
to load for all marksman. A pellet loading
channel comes standard with an optional 10
round cylinder available. Th e removable air
cylinder is designed for a maximum of 200
bar pressure and has an easy to read pressure
gauge. A windage and elevation adjustable
rear sight as well as a fully adjustable trigger
add to the accuracy potential. Th e standard
front sight is mounted directly on the steel
muzzle. A front sight tunnel is also available
as a option.
Th e ambidexstrous high quality walnut
oil fi nish stock is suitable for following
disciplines: ISSF 10m, Bench Rest and Field
Target shooting. An adjustable comb and
buttplate, a necessity for this kind of rifl e
comes from the factory on the FAS 611. Th e
forend features a 9-11mm rail for attaching
accessories as needed.
Th is rifl e is the fi rst member of the FAS
air rifl e family. Other models and variants
will be introduced in the near future.
About
Chiappa Firearms USA , Ltd. (USA branch in
Dayton, Ohio created to provide technical
and commercial assistance to the most
important market) is part of a group of
companies that refers to the Chiappa
family and it is based in Italy. Founded
by Ezechiele Chiappa in 1958 as Armi
Sport, the CHIAPPA GROUP is made of four
separate divisions including Armi Sport
(replica firearms), Kimar (target shooting,
defense, small calibre firearms and blank,
signal), ACP (laser training system) and
Costa (metal surface treatment). The
Chiappa Group manufactures a wide range
of firearm models for many diff erent
market segments. Current models include
replicas of American historic weapons
and muzzleloaders, classic lever action
shotguns and rifl es, pistols and rifl es in
.22lr calibre, alarm guns, air guns and the
most innovative revolver on the market,
the Chiappa Rhino.
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