PCP rifle · Barra 250Z · 495 fps
Barra 250Z 495 fps Canadian (.22/.25)
Sub-500 fps Canadian-compliant Barra 250Z. Same M-LOK chassis, externally adjustable regulator, 6-position buttstock — tuned to 495 fps. Tan or camo. 100% positive on 16 orders.
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Quick take
The sub-500 fps Canadian-compliant 250Z — same M-LOK tactical chassis, 6-position adjustable buttstock, AR-style modular grip, 322cc reservoir, and externally adjustable regulator as the [high-power version](/pcp/rifles/barra-250z-high-power/) — tuned to 495 fps so it ships without PAL restrictions. Tan or camo finish. 100% positive on 16 orders. Currently out of stock with sale pricing on next batch.
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Specifications
Key specs
| Brand | Barra |
| Model | 250Z — 495 fps Canadian |
| Color options | Tan / Camo |
| Caliber options | .22 / .25 |
| Muzzle velocity | 495 fps (sub-500 fps Canadian-compliant) |
| Power plant | PCP |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Fill pressure | 3625 psi |
| Air reservoir | 322cc |
| Regulator | Externally adjustable |
| Magazine | 10-shot |
| Trigger | 2-stage |
| Barrel | Rifled with 1:18 twist, non-choked |
| Muzzle threading | 1/2-20 |
| Rail | Picatinny + M-LOK foregrip |
| Stock | 6-position adjustable with cheek piece |
| Grip | AR-style modular |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
| Canadian compliance | Under 500 fps — no PAL required |
| Buyer rating | 100% positive on 16 orders |
| Stock status | Out of stock at time of writing — sale pricing on next batch |
The Hunt & Live take
Why this rifle earns the pick
This is the PAL-free Barra 250Z — same modular tactical chassis, M-LOK foregrip, 6-position adjustable buttstock, and AR-style grip as the high-power version, tuned to 495 fps so it ships to any Canadian address without PAL verification.
For buyers who want a modern tactical-aesthetic PCP without going through PAL processing, this is essentially the only legitimate option in the partner’s catalog at this configuration. The Snowpeak Lynx 495 fps is the traditional-stock pick; this is the AR-styled pick.
100% positive on 16 orders so far — better validation than the high-power 250Z (80% positive). At sub-500 fps the trigger creep issue noted in high-power feedback matters less since the rifle isn’t being used for precision work.
What it pairs with
- Scope: at 495 fps, a basic 3-9 or 4-12 scope is plenty — full PRS optics are wasted
- Mounts: Picatinny rings/mounts to match the rail
- Refill: 4-Stage Hand Pump — 3625 psi is at the upper end of hand-pump comfort but achievable
- Accessories: M-LOK bipod, sling — the foregrip is full-featured even at sub-500 fps
High-power vs sub-500 fps — which?
- High-power — for PAL holders who want 1000 fps and 50+ ft-lbs of energy
- Sub-500 fps (this rifle) — for non-PAL buyers, apartment-friendly backyard shooters, or anyone who wants the tactical aesthetic without firearms licensing
Honest trade-offs
Out of stock at time of writing. Per the partner, sale pricing applies to the next batch.
Limited hunting range. Same constraint as any sub-500 fps PCP — 7-8 ft-lbs at .22, which means head shots on small pests inside 25 yards only.
Heavy for sub-500 fps. The modular chassis adds weight that’s mostly wasted at 495 fps. For a similar power level in a lighter package, the Lynx 495 fps is more practical.
No PAL means no upgrade path within Canada. You can’t legally tune above 500 fps without crossing the firearms threshold.
Trigger has the same creep characteristic as the high-power 250Z — predictable but not crisp. Less noticeable at sub-500 fps where precision matters less.
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