Umarex Komplete air rifle.
This report covers:
- The test
- The test nobody asked for
- Gotta say this!
- First five shots
- Next five shots
- Honest report
- Next 10 shots
- Summary
Today we’re backing the Umarex Komplete up to 21 yards / 19.2 meters to test the accuracy at a longer distance. In time I’ll add a couple new pellets to the test and subtract the ones that didn’t do well at 10 meters. There will also be a test nobody asked for.
The test
I shot the Komplete off a sandbag rest with the rifle rested directly on the bag. I shot 10-shot groups except as noted. The scope setting has not been changed since the 10-meter test in Part 3.
The test nobody asked for
In Part Three I fired a total of 36 shots. Today I started shooting with the NitroAir cartridge that was used in Part 3, so we will see:
1. If the Komplete holds pressure for more than a week.
2. What affect shooting beyond 40 shots has on group size at 21 yards.
In case it isn’t obvious, I’m testing whether you can leave the Komplete charged and ready to use as a critter-gitter at a moment’s notice. I’m also checking to see if those close shots can be taken with confidence after 40 shots have been fired on the NitroAir cartridge.
Gotta say this!
Guys, whatever you say about the Komplete—at least it looks like a rifle and not some plumber’s nightmare like many of the purpose-built precharged pneumatics (PCP) look today. And they are all boat anchors! The Komplete only weighs five pounds! You gotta like that!
First five shots
I started the test with Air Arms Falcon pellets that were the most accurate in Part 3. The first five shots in this test (shots 37 through 41) hit the target high and a little to the left of the aim point that was the center of the bullseye.
Those are the first five shots from 21 yards. In this photo the target is still taped to the rubber mulch box.
Next five shots
Okay, the next five shots (shots 42 through 46) were shot with the same pellet. No scope adjustment was made. The 10-shot group measures 0.4-inches / 10.16 mm between centers.
Shots 6 through 10 made the group look like this. It measures 0.4-inches between centers.
I didn’t measure the first five shots but I don’t think that 10-shot group is much larger than the five. While shooting I was doing something I recently read for better accuracy—I relaxed between each shot so the rifle naturally pointed at the center of the bullseye. What do you know—it works!
Okay—what have we learned about the Komplete so far is that the accuracy at 21 yards does not fall off at 40 shots. Now, 21 yards is still close, but as reader Vana2 pointed out recently, a pellet gun is a 50-yards or less shooter.
Honest report
Just to keep things honest I will tell you that at the end of what I thought were 10 shots there was still one pellet remaining in the magazine. I discovered it when I removed the mag to reload. So what you see on the target isn’t 10 shots; it’s nine. I counted the first five shots, but as reader Yogi like to say, sometimes counting isn’t good enough. I have no idea whether it was the first five or the second.
Next 10 shots
That last pellet in the first magazine was damaged so I tossed it and loaded the 10-shot Komplete magazine again. I then shot another target with the same Falcon pellet. This would be shots 48 through 57. This time the group opened up and the point of impact dropped a little. Ten shots (yes—this time it was ten shots for sure) went into 1.016-inches / 25.81 mm at 21 yards.
The second 21-yard ten-shot Falcon group measures 1.016-inches between centers.
That target convinces me that the Komplete is out of steam after shot 47. So the test that nobody asked for revealed a lot about the Komplete. Most importantly—with the right pellet this rifle is accurate! Because the rifle was low on pressure at this point I installed a fresh NitroAir cartridge for the remainder of the test.
Summary
This report is getting long and it’s going to get a lot longer, so I’m breaking it in two. The next part comes on Friday.
Looking at the first and second group of five shots I can’t help thinking of the following;
The upper left part in both groups looks like it was made by 2 or 3 pellets and it’s the part that enlarges the whole group. If those shots were the first ones the rest of the group must be a 0.25″ cluster of shots!
Nice shooting BB. I am convinced that the Komplete concept can be a success if They exploit its assets.
Tom,
Looks like you are itching to pull out the pompoms.
Siraniko
Siraniko,
He probably has them out on his desk already but is waiting until he finishes this series before he starts waving them around.
RR,
Pretty much. 😉
BB
So probably get a little “clicker” counter to remember number of shots, and change after 45 shots.
Man, I’m sure going to have to pick one up.
Maybe just having four mags loaded is just simple and fun…
Not bad at all. This thing does pretty good. Umarex should be quite proud of themselves.
I shot my BSA R10 SE the other day. At twenty-five yards it made a one-hole group ten shots that would hide under a dime. I am pretty happy.
I also fixed my grandson’s Gauntlet this past week. There were five pellets jammed in the barrel. After clearing the jam and cleaning the barrel, it was almost as accurate as the BSA. I think he will be happy with it also. Umarex and their buddies in China have done it again.
Looks like this gas gun will make a good ready-to-go “pester.” Problem for FM is, the pests around here seem to have dried up. Also going to have to try your “relax-between-shots” technique Tom, though FM is getting spoiled by the accuracy of his old/new Marauder – it is a boat anchor but it sure helps with steady aiming. Going to see how the technique works with all the artillery at Casa FM, springers and PCPs.
FaultyManuel,
Glad your Benjamin Marauder is making you happy. So the Iguanas are in short supply?
I have been using my 1st Generation .22 caliber on the local invasive eurasian dove (aka Collared Dove/pigeons with a better PR team) population. Most have been taken off wires at ranges up to 75 yards while sitting but have started to take them inflight at 25-30 yards. There are a number of local Chefs that pay for them! I may need to go into business.
shootski
Interesting commentary timing, shootski. This afternoon as FM is pulling into the home driveway, there is a medium size “iggy” sunning him/herself in the front swale, within Casa FM boundaries. Surprisingly, it did not “spook and run” when FM stepped off the van and stood there staring it down. So, hoping against hope, walked briskly in the house, loaded a Marauder magazine with 10 Terminator 16-grain pellets and went outside attempting to sneak up to Ignatius Iguana…of course, it be gone. But FM be looking for it and next time there will be no time wasted loading/reloading.
By the way, just saw a good video by Tyler Patner about the PCP tank accessory from Air Venturi to turn the Komplete into a PCP – real easy to do, turns it into a really versatile gun. But, get thee behind me, Enabling Spirit!
BB
I have been praising my two Komplete rifles in my comments for both accuracy and handling qualities. But I wanted to know whether I was just lucky to get accurate barrels. Your rifle obviously has a good barrel also. If Komplete barrel accuracy standards are maintained Umarex has a winner. I also have their Umarex Synergis Elite rifle that some folks say is accurate. Well, mine thinks it’s a shotgun. I’m still looking for a magic pellet or better velocity consistency as it breaks in.
Deck
Deck,
Be sure to check the magazine alignment before you toss it.
BB
BB
Good point and thanks. I’m traveling but will do so soon. Think I can single load it.
Deck
No accuracy difference. See my comment to BB on 7/14/25.
Deck
BB,
I’ve got a .22/600mm DRS Classic as a squirrel stalking rifle. I’m VERY pleased with it!
At 5.2 pounds, it’s a PCP you might like…
Hank
Hank,
I like the looks for sure.
BB
Vana2,
Hank that is some heavy ENABLING ;^)
I was just reading bout the Eastern Coyote (Coywolf) 45-55 lb for the males and thinking that a .25 caliber with a 700mm barrel and the SHP plenum might be the perfect airgun.
Then i saw the dovetail to PICATINNY riser to mount my NV and i am almost there.
Hope to hear your detailed impressions on your .22 caliber.
Enjoy your beautiful rifle.
shootski
Shootski
From some research on the DRS it looks like the 5.5/.22 could probably be a better choice unless you have something very specific in mind. Very close in power, much better choices in ammo and penetration are some factors to consider.
On the other hand if you prefer the short barrel then the 6.35/.25 is the best option otb because it’s the only one of the line with the shp.
Still this is only my understanding from some hours of net research.
Bill,
I think your research is far deeper than mine has been on the DRS platform.
My problem is that i have a specific function in mind and that is the Easter Coyote and i believe bullets, not pellets are the ethical projectile for the task.
I could use my .308 Quackenbush but it is far too powerful at 210+ FPE shooting 130+ grain hollow point bullets. I could also use my AIRROW that gets 85+ FPE shooting 42 or 50 grain hollow points. My highly modified Swivel Machine AIRROW A-8SRB with a Lothar-Walther .25 caliber barrel has the accuracy and short-medium range power and is currently getting the job done; the problem is it is a collector’s prize and i have no backup for it.
Hank (Vana2} has suggested the FX Leopard and that may work better than the DRS…just too many choices that could be made to work.
It is such a dilemma… ;^)
shootski
May that dilemma be the worst one of your life my friend. Although I believe it’s a matter of financial level between the two.
Regarding the bullets you mention there are many promising even in 5.5/.22 caliber.
If you ask me for your “problem” and from your point of view I would try the 500mm in 6.35/.25 cal, plain black synthetic.
Now I’m going to take cover in case RR reads this.