Weihrauch HW45 — High-Power Spring Air Pistol

Weihrauch HW45 Review — The Iconic High-Power Springer

The Weihrauch HW45 is a high-power spring-piston air pistol that has earned a legendary status since its launch in 1985 . If you are searching for a Weihrauch HW45 review, you will find owners impressed by its exceptional power and iconic 1911-inspired styling. This German-made pistol is loosely based on the Colt Government / 1911 .45 ACP centrefire pistol, scaled up to accommodate the spring-powered airgun mechanism . The result is a slightly bulky yet satisfyingly substantial pistol that delivers impressive performance for both target shooting and field use. At Linear Airguns, we proudly offer the Weihrauch HW45 to European shooters. We ship fast across Scandinavia, the Slavic nations, and all of Europe.

Weihrauch HW45 — Power and Caliber Options

The HW45 is available in .177 (4.5mm), .22 (5.5mm), and .20 (5.0mm as a special order) calibres . The Weihrauch HW45 air pistol price reflects premium German craftsmanship. In .177 calibre, full power reaches approximately 557 FPS (170 m/s) producing around 5.5 ft-lbs of energy . The .22 calibre version delivers approximately 466 FPS with 5.8 ft-lbs . The HW45’s power is genuinely impressive for a spring pistol, matching or exceeding many low-powered PCPs. Overall length measures 280mm, barrel length is 170mm, and weight sits at approximately 1.15kg . The pistol is a single-shot overlever spring action with a two-stage adjustable trigger.

Two Power Levels — Half-Cock and Full-Cock

One of the HW45’s most useful features is its ability to be cocked to either half or full power . Opening the action to approximately 90 degrees engages the first power level, delivering around 3.5 ft-lbs in .177 . Pulling the top section fully forward to around 120-130 degrees delivers the full 5.5 ft-lbs of energy . This versatility makes the HW45 ideal for both indoor target practice and outdoor hunting. The reduced power setting also lowers cocking effort and reduces fatigue during longer sessions . The differing power levels affect trigger pull, with the full-power setting increasing trigger weight to approximately 1.4kg .

Weihrauch HW45 Star Variants — Black, Silver and Bronze

The HW45 is available in four attractive finishes: the standard HW45, the HW45 Black Star, the HW45 Silver Star, and the HW45 Bronze Star . The Star variants feature wider laminated wooden grips with flared bases that fill the hand nicely, making them more comfortable for single-handed 10m target shooting . The Bronze Star features Cerakote finish on the action, making it extremely hardwearing . All Star variants are engraved with the model name in flowing script behind the HW45 logo . The Black Star and Silver Star models offer the same performance with distinctive visual styling . Each Star variant has a matt-black anodised finish and is fitted with black-grey laminated wood grips .

Weihrauch HW45 Black Star — Enhanced Features

The HW45 Black Star comes with several upgraded features over the standard model. The pistol includes two synthetic Picatinny rails: a 116mm (4.5-inch) upper rail with nine slots and a 52mm (4-slot) under-muzzle rail . The combined weight of both rails is just 19g, negligible in use . The open sights consist of a fully adjustable square-notch rear sight with a U-shaped green fibre-optic rod, and a fixed front blade with a red fibre-optic element . The upper rail mounts over the existing dovetail, secured by two countersunk Allen screws . The 14mm scope rail accepts red dot sights or pistol scopes . The Black Star is available in .177 and .22 calibres.

Weihrauch HW45 Problems — What to Consider

While the HW45 is renowned for its quality, some owners have reported minor issues. The underside of the upper portion that you press against while cocking is not especially ergonomic, making it less comfortable for extended shooting sessions . The recoil is quite pronounced, enough to affect trigger pull gauges during measurement . The manual safety is not automatic, so you must remember to engage it yourself—the safety is an ambidextrous lever with an “S” for safe and “F” for fire positions . Some owners report that pellet seating depth affects velocity, with deep-seating reducing FPS . The pistol can be dry-fired, with the manual recommending simply firing to de-cock .

Weihrauch HW45 Europe — Available Now at Linear Airguns

European shooters can find Weihrauch HW45 Europe for sale at Linear Airguns. The Weihrauch HW45 price at Linear Airguns is competitive with other premium spring pistols. For those searching Weihrauch HW45 air pistol, we have both .177 and .22 calibre versions in stock. The Weihrauch HW45 air pistol for sale includes the pistol and factory warranty. European air rifle dealers like Linear Airguns offer full support and fast shipping across all EU countries. Go to shop now and experience the iconic high-power spring pistol from Weihrauch.