PCP rifle · Umarex Zelos
Umarex Zelos PCP (.22/.25)
Umarex's adaptation of the Snowpeak M60 — made in the Snowpeak factory. 2″ longer barrel, two plastic mags included, externally adjustable regulator, 36 ft-lbs, 1000+ fps. Bottle adapter and bottle upgrade available.
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Quick take
The Umarex Zelos is made in the Snowpeak factory — it's Umarex's branded version of the M60. Main differences from the [M60B](/pcp/rifles/snowpeak-m60b-high-power/): 2″ longer barrel (26″ vs 24″), plastic magazines instead of aluminum (but 2 included instead of 1), 250cc air cylinder, externally adjustable regulator, 1000+ fps in .22, 36 ft-lbs of energy. Bottle adapters and bottles are available for pre-order to convert to a bottle version.
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Specifications
Key specs
| Brand | Umarex |
| Model | Zelos — Snowpeak M60 platform |
| Caliber options | .22 / .25 (6.35mm) |
| Velocity | 1000+ fps |
| Energy | 36 ft-lbs |
| Action | Sidelever |
| Muzzle threading | 1/2″ × 20 threaded muzzle with cap |
| Air cylinder | 250cc |
| Max fill pressure | 3625 psi (250 bar) |
| Regulator | Receiver-housed adjustable |
| Magazine capacity | 20 rounds (.22) / 18 rounds (.25) — 2 plastic mags included |
| Optics rail | 21-slot Picatinny |
| Accessory rail | 8-slot Picatinny under the forearm |
| Grip | Ergonomic textured pistol grip |
| Buttpad | Ridged rubber |
| Barrel length | 26″ |
| Overall length | 36″ |
| Bottle upgrade | Bottle adapters + bottles available for pre-order to convert to bottle version |
| Canadian requirement | Must be 18+ with valid PAL |
| Buyer rating | 100% positive on 4 orders |
| Stock status | Out of stock at time of writing |
The Hunt & Live take
Why this rifle earns the pick
The Zelos is Umarex’s branded version of the Snowpeak M60 — built in the same Snowpeak factory, with Umarex’s distribution and warranty support. Key differences from the Snowpeak M60B:
- 2″ longer barrel (26″ vs 24″) — more dwell time, slightly higher velocity
- Plastic magazines (but 2 included vs the M60B’s 1 aluminum mag)
- 250cc air cylinder (vs 350cc bottle on the M60B)
- Receiver-housed externally adjustable regulator — same tuning capability as the M60B
- 21-slot Picatinny scope rail + 8-slot Picatinny accessory rail under forearm — same modular accessory support
- Bottle conversion available via adapter + bottle add-on at pre-order — turns the Zelos into a bottle-fed rifle similar to the M60B
For buyers who want Umarex distribution and warranty support on a Snowpeak M60-class rifle, the Zelos is the answer.
What it pairs with
- Scope: Discovery HD 3-12×44 SFIR FFP-MIL — hunting glass for a hunting-class rifle
- Mounts: Discovery 6061 Picatinny — 21-slot rail accepts most mount widths
- Refill: Tuxing 3L Tank + Fill Station — 250 bar fill wants tank-fed
- Bottle conversion: opt in for the adapter + bottle at pre-order if you want the bottle-fed configuration
Caliber choice
- .22 — 1000+ fps, 36 ft-lbs, the universal hunting choice
- .25 — slightly lower fps, more energy per shot
Honest trade-offs
Plastic mags instead of the M60B’s aluminum mags. Two included takes the edge off — but plastic mags can wear and break over time. Buy spares before they’re discontinued.
250cc cylinder is smaller than the M60B’s 350cc stock bottle (and meaningfully smaller than a CF bottle conversion). The bottle conversion option exists for buyers who want more shots per fill.
26″ barrel + 36″ overall length is on the longer side for a bullpup. The 2″ longer barrel improves velocity slightly but adds to total package size.
4 orders is a small sample. Umarex globally is a large, well-trusted manufacturer; the small order count at this partner reflects buyer preference for the Snowpeak-branded M60B rather than any product issue.
Out of stock at time of writing.
Canadian PAL required. Email PAL to support@airgunarcheryfun.ca after purchase.
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