Blaser R8 Ultimate Silence HunTec

The Blaser R8 Ultimate HunTec® is another milestone in the evolution of the R8 bolt-action rifle: an innovative integral suppressor meets a stock with HunTec camouflage pattern
Handmade in Germany, the ergonomically optimized stock is made entirely from high-quality synthetic material. The innovative complete camouflage concept HunTec® from Blaser is the perfect interplay of design and science. Countless data have been processed to incorporate different lighting conditions, weather conditions, and terrain formations into the HunTec® camouflage pattern. The development process by hunters for hunters is fully reflected in this concept. The stock is, as with all other R8 models, divided into a rear and front stock and fits ergonomically perfectly to the black anodized Blaser R8 system housing.The primary focus of the hunting weapon's construction is on protecting the hearing of the hunter and hunting dog. The stock and system are prepared for the installation of a Blaser integral suppressor, which significantly reduces the gunshot noise with a damping performance of 28 dB. Thanks to the evenly distributed mass along the entire barrel, the R8 Silence offers the familiar, first-class balance and handling that characterizes every R8 model. The external contour of the barrel and suppressor jacket is designed in a stepless "Bull-Barrel" design, giving the R8 Silence both low weight and an exceptionally attractive overall appearance.The stock is exclusively made for right-handed shooters with black elastomer inlays on the pistol grip, fore-end, and cheek piece. Optionally, specially impregnated leather grip inlays are offered. The hole stock ensures a completely relaxed position of the shooting hand and arm in all shooting positions – prone, offhand, or supported. The shooter's accuracy is immediately increased, and shooting errors such as the annoying "flinching" are almost completely eliminated. The HunTec® camouflage pattern is the result of the development process by hunters for hunters. Countless data have been processed to incorporate different lighting conditions, weather conditions, and terrain formations into the HunTec® camouflage pattern.The Blaser R8 Ultimate HunTec® equipment options allow the shooter to customize the weapon even better to their individual needs and preferences. Among other things, an adjustable butt plate can be retrofitted. The height adjustment of the stock significantly improves the sighting behavior into the scope. The contact with the stock allows for a repeatable, clean position, which is a prerequisite for a secure hit. With the help of the adjustable butt pad, the shooter can individually adjust the length of the stock to their body measurements. Additionally, the bolt-action rifle can be equipped with a damping system according to preference. The recoil damping system can be adjusted in terms of damping level.The Blaser straight-pull bolt system enables lightning-fast shot sequences while maintaining a relaxed body position without lowering the weapon. The shooter's eye and the barrel of the weapon remain focused on the target. The time gained in target acquisition leads to a more secure shot release.The manual safety system is considered one of the best safety systems. No other mechanical safety can provide the security of a relaxed firing pin spring. The R8 is intentionally cocked only before the shot: the cocking slider is pushed forward. If the shot does not occur, a light pressure on the cocking slider is sufficient to slide it back and relax the system. At the same time, the weapon cannot be unintentionally opened, as the chamber handle is blocked when the bolt is relaxed and locked. If the magazine including the trigger unit is not in the weapon, the R8 cannot be cocked, as the cocking slider does not engage. The weapon is thus secure from unauthorized use.The magazine change is quick and easy: a short press on the two release buttons ideally positioned above the trigger and the magazine jumps directly into the hand due to spring force. However, the magazine buttons can also be locked by a slider located in the magazine, preventing the magazine from being unintentionally removed.The excellent trigger characteristic of the Blaser direct trigger with only 700 g trigger weight is the perfect prerequisite for a precise shot. Optionally, the Blaser ATZL trigger system is offered: the trigger weight can be set to either 200 g or 600 g. Retrofitting is possible at the factory.The modular Blaser principle: Every Blaser R8 bolt-action rifle is freely configurable. There are countless equipment variants that can all be combined with each other. Thanks to the interchangeable barrels, one can hunt all game species with an R8. The large-area barrel bedding in the solid system housing ensures that the weapon shoots accurately again after a caliber change. Another advantage: the R8 can be disassembled and reassembled in seconds without changing the point of impact.Blaser barrels and bolts: The Blaser R8 Ultimate HunTec® is manufactured in the standard barrel contour with a barrel profile of 17 mm at the muzzle. The selection of calibers for the R8 exchange barrels is enormous. Blaser distinguishes between different caliber groups: .22 LR, Mini, Standard, Medium, and Magnum. The reason for the classification of calibers is the modular Blaser principle. The Blaser R8 systems and stocks can be individually combined with different barrel types in various calibers. Only when changing the caliber group is it necessary to additionally replace the locking chamber on the bolt. The extremely strong, evenly supporting radial locking system locks directly in the barrel – without any rotational movement.The Blaser R8 barrels in the standard barrel profile are available in different barrel lengths: 42 cm, 47 cm, 52 cm, 58 cm, 65 cm. Additionally, the barrels are manufactured with and without barrel threads M 15x1. There is also the option of whether the barrel is delivered with or without sights. The Blaser R8 barrels and chambers are cold forged and are thus perfectly concentric. The barrel surface is plasma nitrided and blued. The Blaser barrels are characterized by high precision and durability.Included in the delivery: Allen key for disassembling the weapon, Allen key for adjusting the sights, magazine cover, cover for magazine well, tube of gun grease, user manual, and warranty papers.Technical data of the weapon:

Type of weapon: bolt-action rifle
Direct trigger: approx. 700 g trigger weight
System: manual cocking with straight-pull bolt
Barrel length standard caliber: 58 cm, optionally 52 cm or 47 cm or 42 cm
Barrel length magnum caliber: 65 cm, optionally 58 cm
Barrel contour: 17 mm at the muzzle
Barrel profile: smooth or fluted
Muzzle thread: optionally M15x1
Sights: with and without contrast sight, optionally HIVIZ escape sight
Magazine capacity: standard 4+1 magazine, magnum 3+1 magazine, removable
Stock material: synthetic stock with black elastomer inlays
Stock shape: optimized hole stock
Stock length: 36.5 cm, optionally extendable
System housing: dural
Minimum overall length: 92 cm
Maximum overall length: 110 cm
Weight: approx. 3.0 kg
Barrel surface: blued and plasma nitrided