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FX Impact M3 .35 Caliber, Bronze PCP Air Rifle

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Setting out to develop a true hunting powerhouse, FX Airguns delivers the Impact M3 .35 Caliber. Retaining all of the adjustability and desirable features of the existing platform and some big new improvements, the Impact M3 .35 Caliber brings power and precision together in a marriage made in airgun heaven! Thanks to the upgraded Power Plenum 720, the Impact now ventures into large game hunting territory with authority.

The Impact M3 .35 Caliber features an 800mm Smooth Twist X Superior barrel liner, set up to deliver stunning performance with larger pellets. Sending pellets downrange at high speeds and generating over 156 FPE (with the FX Slug Power Kit) at the muzzle, the Impact M3 is firmly a part of the medium and large game hunting conversation. Coming standard with a removable 580cc carbon fiber air cylinder capable of a stunning 45 shots per 250 BAR fill, shoot with confidence whether you're in the field or in a benchrest competition. The premium side shot magazine holds 18 rounds in .35, so you always have lead on tap. 

Of course, the beauty of the Impact platform is the ability to change calibers and settings at will. The highly touted dual AMP (Adjustable Match Precision) regulators, micro and macro external hammer spring adjustment, and external valve control adjustment are all at your fingertips on the Impact M3. And because the rifle utilizes the Smooth Twist X liner system, swapping calibers or liners is a breeze. The ergonomics are perfect for shooters of all shapes and sizes, and make the operation of the rifle seamless. And the match grade trigger ensures you have full control over each and every shot, to place them exactly where you desire.

As of early 2022, FX Introduced the Impact M3 with the new rear Power Block. The power plenum stages the power capabilities of the FX Impact, the rear block handles that transfer of power much like a car’s carburetor. FX has completely redesigned the rear block and the valve house which allows for better air flow, efficiency, and power potential.
The Power Block will be especially useful for those who desire to shoot heavy slugs. The pressure in the plenum can better translate to the pressure behind the slug upon firing, allowing higher speeds and power. Those shooting heavy slugs are encouraged to add the FX Impact Tungsten Hammer weight to also allow for higher working pressures.

If you've been itching for a big bore that offers true precision without skimping on power, the FX Impact M3 .35 Caliber is the rifle you've been waiting for! 

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FX Impact M3 .35 Caliber, Bronze PCP Air Rifle

  • FX Smooth Twist X Superior (STX) Barrel System
  • Fully shrouded 800mm barrel with stackable moderator
  • 250 BAR (3,625 PSI) Max Fill Pressure
  • Quick Tune System for virtually tool-free adjustments
  • Equipped with improved 72cc Power Plenum 720 - allowing for an even wider range of power adjustment
  • Power Block, redesigned rear block
  • Male Quick Disconnect Fitting
  • Reversible Forward Mounted Sidelever Cocking
  • Removable 580cc Carbon Fiber Air Cylinder (Additional Cylinders Sold Separately)
  • Picatinny/Weaver optics mounting rail with 20 MOA compensation
  • Picatinny accessory rails below cylinder and on each side of the forearm
  • Two Stage Adjustable, Match Trigger
  • Improved, Wika dual pressure gauges: one for air cylinder pressure, one for second regulator pressure. First regulator has a standard FX gauge. 
  • Height Adjustable Rubber buttpad
  • AR15 style Hogue pistol grip
  • AR15 style manual safety
  • Interchangeable Calibers and Barrel Liners (Sold Separately)
  • Dual Externally Adjustable AMP (Adjustable Match Precision) Regulators
  • Externally adjustable hammer spring tension with new macro and micro adjustments
  • Externally Adjustable Valve Control
  • Side Shot Magazine with 18 round capacity
  • Maximum Muzzle Energy: 159 FPE* (w/800mm barrel, 81gr pellet, at 940fps)
  • Maximum Velocity: 940 FPS with 81 Grain pellets*
  • Up to 45 shots per fill
  • Includes one side shot magazine and 3 year transferable warranty

* - Power Block models 2022 and newer with FX Slug Power Kit installed.

Tech Note: While the manual states the M3 models are capable of 300 BAR fill pressures, this is only achievable with aftermarket carbon fiber bottles. The current factory bottles from FX that are included on the rifles are rated for 250 BAR fill pressures and should not be filled over this pressure.

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Specifications

Caliber
.357 (9mm)
Max Velocity
940 fps
Muzzle Energy
159 ft/lbs
Suggested for
Hunting
Powerplant
Pre-charged pneumatic
Loudness
3-Medium
Weight
7.35 lbs
Function
Repeater
Max Shots per Fill
45
Cylinder Size
580 cc
Action
Sidelever
Fixed/adj. power
Multiple settings
Shrouded
Yes
Scopeable
Weaver/Picatinny
Front Sights
none
Rear Sights
none
Safety
Manual
Trigger
Two-stage adjustable
Barrel
Rifled
Barrel Length
31.5"
Overall Length
44.0"
Capacity
18 round(s)
Body Type
Rifle
Buttplate
Adjustable
Grip
Ambi
Color
Bronze
Operating Pressure
3625 PSI / 250 BAR

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Accuracy is on par with impact MK2 but haven't noticed any major differences. The double regulator is great for reducing fps spread . Tuning is easier as no Allen keys are needed .

Please fx the weak link on the cocking lever . Anyone who shoots a fair amount will wear out the pins in less then a year . Please fix the cheap probe holder that keeps coming loose . Would cost you a couple dollars to OEM such a part . $2300 for an air rifle should be almost perfect.

Its a good air rifle .

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I love the over all build of this gun the quality is on point the titan scope is definitely a perfect match thanks to Greg at pyramid air for all his support.

Haven't had the gun that long to tell so far I love it o I forgot need to make the fill probe longer I had to purchase a longer one from Saber tactical.

GO FX

Gerald Apr 20, 2021

What numbers are you getting with the 81g pellets? How many shots? I56fpe I'm sure is with there slug kit, @ 900 fps 144 fpe...thinking about getting 1 , 35 or 25

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I love the over all build of this gun the quality is on point the titan scope is definitely a perfect match thanks to Greg at pyramid air for all his support.

Haven't had the gun that long to tell so far I love it o I forgot need to make the fill probe longer I had to purchase a longer one from Saber tactical.

GO FX

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Very Accurate if your willing to do a lot of tinkering. Large Capacity Magazines. Alot of shots available per fill. Meets the min requirements in handful of states to allow to use for deer hunting. Good trigger.

Way overpriced for a lever-action. Rail location for bipod is horrendous. Make magazines flat (like hatsan) so can do a quick reloading of pellets. Unnecessary custom air valve so can pay more to buy specialized parts. Extremely tedious to tinker to try to get to shoot accurately and very fussy on what type of pellet or slug you use. Every mod is ridiculously expensive compared to industry standards (FX / Saber etc). Not durable / rugged at all and has so many parts/points of failure. Couldn't bother to make magazine width bigger so can get more than the smallest .35 projectiles to shoot, course this would require more power too which isn't available.

If you are shooting over 100 yards it makes a case. Otherwise my $300 avengers are just about as accurate and less fussy about what pellet / slug I use and lighter. Nearly everyone that promotes these guns (youtube) you'll noticed is sponsored by FX so look for honest reviews which are rare to find. Have Avenger/AF Texan/Edgun Leshiy 2 / hatsan blitz so can appreciate a good airgun. For what I've paid with accessories definitely not worth it. FX is not kind to it's customers in how they nickel and dime you to death. Had to return original gun cause magazine wouldn't cycle which is pretty pathetic for what was paid as its the only airgun I've ever bought that had big issues from the get go. Question the hype, the gun isn't really on "backorder" for this many yrs, its marketing ploy. Somehow they're able to build ton of new variations of this gun but cant seem to up production to the demand here!! lol.

Matt May 13, 2022

the fact that the mag can only hold tiny pellets and small tiny slugs shows its just a .35 paper puncher. Waaay underpowered, no firing big slugs. They have sooo many spots to leak from. Ive had pcps since 2014, never a leak, store them at about 700psi to 1000psi. These FX guns might shoot good when dialed In but there soo overpriced, finicky, delicate, and they want to nickle and dime you for everything. Why on earth would a barrel liner cost several hundred dollars when some decent barrels dont cost that.

Matt May 13, 2022

You hit the nail on the head bro. These are a overpriced marketing ploy. Yeah they shoot fantastic but theres no power 156 ft-lbs Is garbage. I have friends who have .35 rifles from XP airguns and Quackenbush that will outshoot this thing and hit a can of soda at 200 yards and put out over 400 ft lbs. Everything on this gun Is Insanely Expensive, every piece or accessory is ridiculous. Just fir the barrel liners, there like over $350!! So after you buy a couple caliber barrels, few slug barrel liners, bolt/probe, bipod, mags etc your talking like over $4500. That's Insane!! My modded bulldog has about $1300 In it, will take game farther out and I can pepper golf balls at 150 yards with 165 grain slugs. Your spot on about the youtube fake videos. Teds holdover and countless others are sponsored by FX and given Rifles. Of course there swayed and not going to tell you the truth. This is a great shooting platform but its not without problems and its just to sell you more and more

rispanish@hotmail.co Feb 14, 2022

Excellent honest review. There are so many other pcp guns out there that are fantastic. Airforce gives you a lifetime warranty. Why can't Fx do that? I have a Condor and a .457 Texan and has never given me any problems with them. The Texan blows holes through a huge phonebooks like they're a piece of paper. I've compared it to my 410 shotgun and they are equal--except the Texan has no black smoke, no burnt powder, and no messy clean-up.This is thd 3rd article I've read about how overpriced the Impact is! Thank you. I

Tanare Sep 27, 2021

I had issues with mines from day one it does not hit velocities that are advertised it has been up and down with the performance it is driving me crazy

Teddyjam May 28, 2021

Have you got ur gun yet

Mark May 01, 2021

thank you for the honest assessment, its a tremendous help especially to someone new trying to wade through all the brush to get to honest critiques of guns and manufacturers. you're spot on about youtube. impartial reviewers are rare. i noticed all the vids i was watching the people all had skin in the game so i didn't trust the reviews.

Gerald Apr 20, 2021

a marketing ploy, your absolutely right, always on back order, but always something new coming out, I thought about getting the 30cal maverick but got the uragan 30 instead..had abt a month, out the box accurate 50 -55 shots 905 fps shoots all the 30cal pellets accurate isn't a problem, CZ barrel, love the polymags and 50g jsb...I'm glad I read your post, you'll find a lot of honesty n ppl who aren't sponsored by fx

Scott Apr 04, 2021

You know, you've changed my whole thought process on this gun, because you're right. I've been waiting over 2 months, and still don't have a gun. It is over priced, and an under achiever. I too own 2 Avengers, and 4 AF guns, and a slew of other guns that are cheaper, more powerful, and very accurate, and you don't have to treat them like a China doll in a glass case. I think I'm canceling my order. Thank You.

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I like the look and feel of it

Make sure that is doesn't leak air

I had this FX for one week and it starting leaking air. It went from 250 BAR to 70 BAR in just one week. I returned it for a refund.
If you buy one, make sure to check of air leaks often.

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The weight very light for the caliber. Accuracy mine does 1" holes full magazines from 70-75yds consistently. Pellet on pellet. I have an Element Titan scope on mine so even with my aging eyes I can shoot lights out. I'm a firm believer in not tinkering with my gun if it's already good enough. This came good enough seems like it was tuned.

More power make the gun capable of shooing over 1000fps w/82g pellets and get us a slug liner!

I bought mine it was shooting 860fps I have not touched the gun whatsoever put 5-6 tins through it this fall. I checked it on the Chrono 859-860 like clockwork. I've heard others complain about accuracy I would pay a little extra and have the gun shot and checked by the dealer. I know mines flat out accurate have targets and pics to prove it. 1" shot the red out of the square. :-)

Thomas Feb 24, 2021

I don't work for FX. The problem with FX guns is amateurs have too many things to play with. Stop tinkering all the time stop taking them apart then complaining. All guns can have issues and do. Mine is still accurate as they get. No leaks, no jams, same gun as the other ones with a power plenum and longer barrel. BTW, there is a new plenum out to boost power. FX America is actually pretty good. FX Sweden is a joke.

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Great looking gun. Material and finish is great

I would like to change the fill air male for taller or redesign the trigger guard. It's hard to fill air I have to remove the trigger guard to fill air. Something to hold the gun. Most of the time I hold the bottle only I feel that for long term might broke off or hunt in the forest you fall in could damage the bottle.

The case foam is cheap recommend keep the old way fx case foam design. When I received my order some of the cone foam already broke. My opinion this gun is not as accurate as the impact 25 cal. This gun doesn't grouping like the 25 cal impact. I shoot 25 and 30 yards it hit larger than the size of a quarter.

Bandon Dec 15, 2020

I've owned my FX Impact for over 2 years now and the gun yes it's got it's quirks, But if you or anyone can show me a gun that doesn't have quirks in it. I can tell the person to look into the mirror and they will see more Bull Crap. Airguns are not perfect firearms jam anything manufactured in this world, nothing is perfect & not any gun does always function perfectly. If it did they would not have to make spare parts for it. Myself I use a pair of pliers that have been honed out in the middle they work fine So final comment this is meant to be helpful...So Just be happy...it'll be ok.

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Great looking gun compared to the other gun. Light weight it's rate a 7.5lbs but just feel like my Condor ss.

The trigger guard plate is kinda blocking the fill male so I have a hard time to fitting in. Even though fx supply the longer female connector still doesn't help much. On my I have to remove the trigger guard and using it without trigger guard. I wish fx have something to hold the gun when use monopod beside just the bottle. I don't feel safe I feel like it will brake the bottle screws. When you hunt in the forest you don't know what will happen. You can slip and fall nothing to protect the bottle.

The gun foam cone is cheap when I opened my it already broke about 5 cone already. The should keep the traditional way exact cut to fit like the older box.this is expensive gun why cheap cone foam only. The accuracy is not for the money I'm very disappointed. I shoot 30 yards not in bull eyes. It's hit left to right up and down not in consistent group. I shoot the older impact 25 cal 10 times better accurate than this one.

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Everything

Nothing

Well worth the money

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Great power and accuracy light for its size.

I would like to see a extended piccatiny scope to mount thermal for predator hunting

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