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RWS 54 Air King

Superior quality German airgun made by Diana
  • Code: PY-398-881 · .177 · 1100 fps
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A totally recoilless, spring piston airgun seemed little more than a dream before the recent appearance of the Model 54. In order to realize this goal the engineers spent years experimenting with different systems until they created this mechanical marvel. Simple but durable, the 54 uses a floating action riding on rails to achieve a totally recoiless system that stands up to the pounding of our 1100 fps system. Not only does this arrangement prevent transmission of felt recoil to the shooter, it also permits the rifle to excel in the accuracy department. When the rifle is fired, the action moves back lightly within the stock, absorbing the recoil, and permitting the pellet to exit the barrel before any of the spring vibration affects its travel. This system dramatically improves the accuracy potential of this magnum air rifle, making it a first class choice for either long range pest control or the precise demands of field target shooting. The RWS 54 Air King is a recoilless sidelever rifle based on the action of the RWS 48/52 series. By floating the action on rails- RWS takes the rifle's powerful recoil and significantly reduces the amount you feel. It also enhances accuracy- because the pellet exits the barrel before spring vibration is transmitted to it.

Our .177-cal. RWS 54 Air King has the TO5 trigger. The .22-cal. model has the TO6 trigger. Both are 2-stage adjustable triggers and have an excellent reputation.

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Specs
  • Manufacturer Diana
  • Caliber .177
  • Velocity 1100 fps
  • Condition New
  • Ammo Type Pellets
  • Action Sidelever
  • Barrel Style Rifled
  • Fire Mode Single-shot
  • Gun Weight 9.90
  • Overall Length 43.75
  • Barrel Length 17.00
  • Loudness 3-Medium
  • Magazine Capacity 0
  • Mechanism Spring-piston
  • Rail 11mm dovetail
  • Safety Automatic
  • Front Sights Blade & Ramp
  • Rear Sights Adjustable for windage & elevation
  • Shots per Fill 0
  • Trigger Adjustability Two-stage adjustable
  • Trigger Action 0
  • Use Small game hunting/plinking
  • Warranty 2-year limited warranty
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5.0
By BruceUSAAugust 21, 2018

This airgun is a tack driver, and very effective on small pests. Regardless of other folks claims, I prefer not to use at ranges beyond 35 yards - I insist on one shot humane kills. I equipped this rifle with a "bulls eye" scope mount and a Leupold 3-9 x 33 Rimfire EFR scope. The combination works well for me. The downside is the 9 pound weight - it's tiring to carry it in the woods. The worst problem is the lack of information in the Owner's Manual. No Parts List. No Exploded Diagram. No really clear lubrication and/or service directions. This information must be had from other sources

5.0
By Michael B.May 8, 2018

The rifle was delivered in a timely manner and Airgun Depot had the best price anywhere I could find. Received the gun well protected in heavy shipping container and no problems were found upon examining it. The external appearance is without any visual blemishes on wood or metal and is a joy to behold. The checkering on the stock is correctly cut through the finish into the wood and I will probably apply some linseed oil to the checkering to darken it and enhance the grain of the wood. Metal finish is a well polished deep blue that should stand the test of time. I have not yet purchased any match grade .22 pellets for this rifle and have been shooting some tins of GAMO Hunter impact which shoots very well and some Daisy pointed which does not shoot well. I have not benched the rifle yet as I want to wait for at least the 500 shot milestone, that way it should be reasonable close to settled in. With the GAMO pellets I have consistently been able to hit targets of opportunity at ranges up to 80 yards. I have been able to get some excellent offhand groups at 25 yards (at least for me they are excellent) around one inch. The shooting characteristics are fantastic after I got used to the unique cocking stroke required. It has a final second stage that resets the recoil sled that I had never experienced before. The action is so soft in recoil due to the sled it is a joy to shoot and because the trigger moves with the receiver there is no follow through issues with it. Just a precise pressure on the trigger blade until the sear releases and that is it. I have not made any adjustments to the trigger yet as honestly I am very well pleased with the unit at factory specs. I did experience dieseling for the first two shots that I fired and for the first shot the second day but it was not severe just a little smoke after the first shot. The first shot did crack the sound barrier I believe. Other than those it has behaved flawlessly.

Pros
Excellent rifle with the quality I want and the weight, balance and accuracy I need.

Cons
It needs a service rifle sling for what I want it for. And this last one is getting picky but I wish they had left off the white line spacer under the butt pad. It just doesn't fit with the rest of this nice a gun. That is my opinion at least.

5.0
By John M.July 6, 2017

Couldn't be happier. This is a well made .177 air gun. Accuracy is exceptional I am bench shooting dimes at 30 yards with Kodiak pellets.

5.0
By JacquesUSAMay 22, 2017

I bought this rifle a month ago and have been shooting it every evening after work and most of the day on weekends. This thing is built like a tank. I have it zeroed at 25yds. I mounted a Hawke Vantage 4-12x50 scope and it holds zero very well. It has been deadly on Starlings and ground squirrels. I could't ask for a better springer. The H&N Barracuda match 21.14 grain pellets have taken quite a few squirrels between 30-50 yds very accurately. This gun is WAY better than my old Gamo Big Cat 1200.

Pros
accuracy, fit and finish

Cons
I wish it had sling swivels.

5.0
By KennethUSAJanuary 27, 2017

I purchased a refurbished Mod 54 in .177 cal. and I got lucky. It is perfect, not a mark on it. I was also thrilled when I discovered it came with the TO 6 trigger. I saved $300 over a new one and can't tell it's refurbished except for the R after the serial number. If you see a refurbished Mod 54 available don't hesitate to grab it. They don't stay available long. You will be thrilled.

Pros
There has been many many reviews raving about this rifle so there is not much more to add. What a fantastic rifle! I love the fact you can chuck the artillery hold (which I can't seem to master) and just shoot this like a regular center fire rifle. awesome!

Cons
Not one!!!

5.0
By CodyDecember 17, 2016

Took a chance on a refurbed model 54 and am glad I did. I can find nothing wrong with it other than it was missing a small wood screw for the trigger guard. Airgun Depot did a great job with packaging and timely shipping. Very accurate and hard hitting rifle. The recoilless system works just as advertised and contributes to accuracy. I'm getting dime size groups @ 35 yards with a scope. Was getting quarter sized groups @ 20 yards using open sights, but my eyes aren't great. Outstanding deal for the price. My only complaint is that it's on the heavy side.

Pros
Accurate, well made, great price, fun & economical to shoot. Love the recoilless feature.

Cons
Weight

5.0
By PaulUSAOctober 4, 2016

Overall a delightful gun to shoot. Recoil is almost nonexistent. On the quieter side of the pellet gun experience. The cocking procedure takes time learn. The accuracy is most surprising for a spring gun this one shoots 1/2"minus groups at 20 yards without much effort. .22 cal Pellet speed is currently averaged at 777 fps with 15.89 JSB. Using an older Simmons 6.5-20 x 50 made in the Philippines, and accuracy is holding well. It's very nice to have an accurate, powerful 22 pellet rifle that doesn't require a pump.

Pros
Accurate. Very little recoil. Quiet. Nice trigger.

Cons
On the heavy side.

5.0
By FrankSeptember 14, 2016

I've owned my RWS model 54 for 7 years. It's extremely accurate after the gun breaks in, and does not have the crazy recoil associated with other spring powered rifles. I use mine strictly for hunting, and have killed several hundred squirrel. I've fired it so much that I finally wore the spring out (Along with some other internal components), and sent the gun back to UMEREXUSA for a complete rebuild. The total cost of the rebuild was only $134, and I basically got back a brand new fifle. Since the rebuild I switched to shooting Predator Polymag 16 GR pellets, and the fifle loves them! I'm zeroed at 25 yards, but can shoot flat out to 35 yards. The only issue with the rifle is that it will destroy a scope ... Mine killed "7" before finally mounting a 3x9x32 Leupold designed for spring powered air rifles. I LOVE this rifle, and would highly recommend it to anyone. By the way, the utube video of the Airgun Depot representative shooting out a candle flame at 15 yards is not a hoax ... This rifle will do that.

Pros
Great accuracy, high quality.

Cons
Hard on scopes, and may have to be re zeroed after 25 shots.

5.0
By David P.June 11, 2016

Refurb looks like new. I have had many air rifles, none are the equal in the world of springers. If this is the rifle you want, nothing else will do. Don't wait, you will not regret buying this rifle, Airgun Depot sent me a great rifle.

Pros
Beautiful gun, accurate and easy to shoot.

Cons
Wish I'd gotten one sooner!

5.0
By AndrewUSAJune 19, 2015

Incredibly accuracy both from the quality of the rifle and the recoil mechanism. If you purchase this rifle you will not regret it. It is a functional work of art.

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Any one with an Air King 54 put a suppressor on the rifle and what was the thread pitch or what cost was involved to take off front sight and was a Rethread done ?

asked Mike

I have the RWS Mod. 54 Air King in .177cal. It is a great rifle but I am having a real problem at the moment. I have fired it several times but now it will not cock. The lever can be pulled back and ratchets back like it is being cocked but when the release is depressed to drop the bolt retainer it is under quite a lot of pressure when returning the handle to the cocked position. Additionally it does not activate the safety as it did before. When put into the FIRE position, pull the trigger and nothing. As if it never cocked. What could the problem be? Any ideas on a fix? I am the second owner but it was hardly ever used if at all. I really like this air rifle and would like to use it.

asked Mark Myers

Does the scope mount to the recoiling part of the gun, or to some "stationary" part? I used to have an RWS M52 which I believe is similar except without the recoilless mechanism... I could not keep my scope to stay put on that thing no matter what I tried. Once I stopped the mounts from sliding on the receiver then the scope started sliding in the rings.

asked Fuzzbean

Is this Air Rifle a smooth Bore?

asked Gregory Harry

Does it have a TO6 trigger?

asked PRIMO from USA

is there a walnut nut wood stock and a beech wood stock?

asked Shawn

Nice Beech stock.

parrish from USA

No, the stocks are all beech.

Ronald from USA

what trigger group does the rifle have?

asked john

Does this rifle have a walnut or a beech stock ?

asked Andrew from USA

Seems to be walnut stain on a beech wood stock? Definitely not walnut wood!

William from USA

The stock is walnut on the RWS I bought

Don S

I have a friend that wants an air rifle for amature competition. She is in a wheelchair, and only has the use of her left arm. I need a rifle that she can lock and load with her left hand. It would be great if she could do this without taking the butt off of her shoulder. Any suggestions, or ideas of a rifle that will work for her.

asked David Devlin

Mod a crosman 2240 with a 1377 stock, left hand aluminum breech and 14" barrel. Light and lefty. Total cost $150 and some assemby time.

Dana Zimmerman

Beeman has some new low dollar CO2 177 rifles out

NORMAN from USA

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NORMAN from USA

Dear Sir, I am from India. I am interested in this model and would like to purchase it. How much would be the total cost of purchase (including shipping charges)? Looking forward to your kind response. Thank you very much. Vijay James

asked Vijay James

Vijay James, Please use the shipping calculator provided on the bottom of the check out page. Sincerely, The Airgun Depot Customer Care Team

Scott from USA

why was the gun rebuilt and how many shots before it has to be rebuilt.Thanks Bob

asked Robert Holts

Refurbished is when a gun is bought brand new and then returned. The reasons for returns are many. It could be that they changed their mind or that something wasn't working properly with the gun. The returned product goes back to the manufacture where they fix any issues. Then the item is sold as refurbished.

Scott from USA

AGD offers the RWS. Shooting kit with the model 460,why not offer the same deal with the 54?

asked PRIMO from USA

They are just different deals

Scott from USA

Are refurbished RWS airguns still under the same warranty as new guns?

asked Pablo

Good luck getting a RMA from this company. I have made numerous calls for months and still never received "permission" to return a defective item. From now on I'll do all my shopping at Pyramid Air!!!!!!

Billy from USA

The refurbished guns all have a 30 Day Warranty and do not have the same warranty as the new RWS air guns.

Scott from USA

Is the gun every thing you expected it to be?

asked gerald blalock

More than expected, amazing quality, shoots very hard in .22

Gregory from USA

Who refurbished it?

asked Jim Osekowsky

Mr. Jim Osekowsky, The refurbished airguns found on our website are refurbished by the manufacturers. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Sincerely, The Airgun Depot Customer Care Team

Steve from USA

When do you expect to get some of these in?

asked Dale from USA

for refurbished models, there is no way of knowing when we will get another opportunity to acquire more. Sorry.

Steve from USA
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