PCP rifle · Snowpeak M16
Snowpeak/Artemis M16 PCP — Pic Rail High Power (.177/.22/.25)
German beech-stocked side-lever PCP — 1000+ fps in .177, 950 fps in .22, 830 fps in .25. The Diana Outlaw twin without the Diana premium. 100% positive on 27 orders.
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Quick take
The Diana Outlaw without the Diana name — same Snowpeak-built platform, much lower price. German beech stock, side-lever action, 270cc air capacity, 1000+ fps in .177. The partner specifies it as "well balanced and lighter weight rifle with great accuracy." 100% positive on 27 orders.
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Specifications
Key specs
| Brand | Snowpeak / Artemis |
| Model | M16 High Power — New Pic Rail Version |
| Caliber options | .177 (4.5mm) / .22 (5.5mm) / .25 (6.35mm) — chosen at checkout |
| Muzzle velocity | 1000+ fps (.177) / 950 fps (.22) / 830 fps (.25) |
| Air capacity | 270cc |
| Max fill pressure | 25 MPa (3600 psi) |
| Action | Side lever — single shot tray and magazine both included |
| Magazine | 13 shots (.177) / 11 (.22) / 9 (.25) |
| Trigger | Adjustable, 1-5 lbs pull |
| Safety | Adjustable & manual, on/off 1-6 lbs |
| Rail | 11mm dovetail (note: title says Pic Rail — confirm at checkout) |
| Stock | German beech |
| Dimensions | 960 × 190 × 55mm |
| Weight | 3.0 kg |
| Consistent valve | Yes (Snowpeak balanced valve) |
| Sound suppressor | US customers only, ships separately from California |
| Canadian requirement | Must be 18+ with valid PAL |
| Buyer rating | 100% positive on 27 orders |
The Hunt & Live take
Why this rifle earns the pick
The partner is upfront about what the M16 is: “a beautiful well balanced and lighter weight rifle with great accuracy! This is the Diana Outlaw without Diana’s name on it.” Snowpeak builds the Diana Outlaw under contract — the M16 is the same rifle sold direct, without the Diana branding premium.
The platform has a balanced valve (not regulated) but has the hammer spring and valve spring tensioners that allow more tuning than a typical un-regulated rifle. For shooters who want some adjustment ability without the cost of a full regulator, this hits a useful middle ground.
3.0 kg with a beech stock and side-lever action puts it slightly lighter than the M60B and similar in handling to the Lynx — a classic-looking traditional hunter at a competitive price.
What it pairs with
- Scope: Discovery HD 2-12×24 SFIR FFP — compact glass for a compact hunter
- Mounts: Westhunter 11mm Adjustable — the M16’s 11mm dovetail rail is the key spec to match
- Refill: 4-Stage Hand Pump for the starter, Tuxing 3L Tank + Fill Station for upgrade
Caliber choice
- .177 — 1000+ fps, target/precision, lowest pellet cost
- .22 — 950 fps, the universal hunting choice
- .25 — 830 fps, max energy per shot, the choice for larger pests
Honest trade-offs
Not regulated. The M16 uses a balanced valve with adjustable spring tensioners — not a true regulator. Shot-to-shot velocity isn’t quite as flat as the Lynx or M60B. For most use cases (hunting, pest control) the difference doesn’t matter; for serious target work it does.
11mm dovetail rail. The product title mentions “Pic Rail” but the spec sheet specifies 11mm dovetail. Confirm at checkout which version you’re getting — the new pic-rail variant changes mount compatibility.
Sound suppressor is US-only. Per the standard partner note, Canadian buyers can’t get the moderator. Order the bare-threaded version or add a muzzle brake.
US tariff surcharge. The partner has added a 15% tariff prepayment for US customs — pricing reflects that, so no surprise charges at delivery.
Canadian PAL required. Email PAL + selfie to support@airgunarcheryfun.ca after purchase.
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