Artemis / SnowPeak GS1250 — 5.5mm Break‑Barrel Air Rifle
The GS1250 (sold under Artemis / SnowPeak model lines such as GR1250 / SR1250) is a powerful, budget‑friendly 5.5 mm (.22 cal) break‑barrel air rifle built for accurate backyard target work and light pest control. It combines a long rifled barrel and a robust stock with a gas‑ram / spring powerplant for consistent shots and reduced cocking effort compared with older steel‑spring designs. thepelletgunshop.co.za
Built for practical field use, the GS1250 family is usually offered in wood or synthetic stocked versions and typically includes features like an automatic safety, dovetail rail for optics, and a rifled steel barrel that helps tighten groups with the heavier .22 pellets. Reported muzzle velocities for the 5.5 mm variant range in the 750–1000 fps area depending on model and pellet weight — making it suitable for small‑game or serious target shooting where local law allows. bobshop.co.za
Shooters appreciate the GS1250 for its balance of power and manageable weight: it’s long enough for stable aiming while still being manoeuvrable. Many retail listings show the rifle shipped with a basic scope or scope mounts, and the gas‑ram versions specifically advertise smoother cocking, quicker follow‑up shots, and better long‑term consistency. NeonSales
Whether you choose an Artemis‑badged GR1250 or a SnowPeak variant, the platform is the same: a single‑shot, break‑barrel rifle optimised for .22 pellets, reliable safeties, and straightforward maintenance — an excellent value pick for shooters who want power without the complexity of PCP systems. Krale
Features
| Feature |
| Break‑barrel single shot action (easy loading & simple operation) |
| Gas‑ram / spring powerplant for consistent power and reduced cocking effort |
| Rifled steel barrel for improved accuracy with .22 pellets |
| Automatic safety and anti‑beartrap protection |
| Dovetail rail for optics (11–12 mm depending on variant) |
| Available in wood or synthetic stocks; ambidextrous-friendly shapes |
| Supplied or compatible with standard .22 pellets (no magazine) |
Specifications
| Specification |
GS1250 / GR1250 / SR1250 (typical) |
| Caliber |
5.5 mm (.22) |
| Power / Power source |
Gas‑ram (nitro piston) or spring piston (model dependent). See model label. NeonSales
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| Blowback |
Not applicable (mechanical air rifle — no blowback). |
| Velocity (typ.) |
~750–1000 fps depending on pellet weight and variant. bobshop.co.za
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| Action / Cocking |
Break‑barrel, single‑shot |
| Barrel |
Rifled steel (length varies by variant, commonly ~400–560 mm) |
| Safety |
Automatic safety + anti‑beartrap (varies by model) |
| Optics rail |
11–12 mm dovetail |
| Overall length |
~1140–1260 mm (model dependent). thepelletgunshop.co.za
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| Weight |
~3.7–4.0 kg depending on stock & variant. |
| Stock |
Beech/wood or synthetic (varies) |
| Trigger |
Adjustable/two‑stage on some models |
| Magazine |
Single‑shot (no magazine) |
| Included accessories |
Often sold with simple scope or scope mounts (check listing) |
