UX Stratix CO2 4.5mm BB Blowback Air Pistol with Hop-Up by UMAREX
If the UX Blamer proved that an affordable blowback BB pistol could still be fun, the UX Stratix takes that formula and turns everything up a notch. Bigger, heavier, more refined, and packed with features normally reserved for more expensive pistols, the Stratix is designed for shooters who want something a little more serious without straying into premium-price territory.
At first glance, the Stratix wears its 2011-inspired styling proudly. The full metal slide, skeletonised commander-style hammer, aggressive grip texturing, and oversized frame give it a substantial appearance that stands apart from many budget CO₂ pistols. Weighing in at nearly 1kg, it has the reassuring heft many shooters look for in a replica pistol.
What really separates the Stratix from many competing BB pistols is the inclusion of an adjustable hop-up system. More commonly found in airsoft replicas, hop-up applies backspin to the BB as it leaves the barrel. This helps counteract gravity and allows the projectile to maintain a flatter trajectory over longer distances.
Adjustable Hop-Up System: Unlike many traditional steel BB air pistols, the Stratix allows users to fine-tune BB flight characteristics. Properly adjusted, this can dramatically improve usable range and practical accuracy, with shots out to surprisingly long distances for a CO₂ pistol.
Strong Blowback Action: The metal slide cycles with every shot, providing realistic recoil and improving the overall shooting experience. While blowback does reduce overall shot count compared to non-blowback designs, it adds a level of realism many shooters prefer.
2011-Inspired Ergonomics: Drawing inspiration from modern competition pistols, the Stratix features a comfortable grip profile, aggressive texturing, and controls that feel familiar to fans of the 1911 and 2011 platform.
Dual Safety System: A traditional ambidextrous thumb safety is combined with a beavertail grip safety, helping to replicate the operation of the firearm platforms that inspired the design.
Fibre Optic Sights: Bright fibre optic elements help improve sight acquisition, while the adjustable rear sight allows shooters to fine-tune point of impact.
One thing worth remembering is that the hop-up adjustment requires removal of the slide for access. Fortunately, once adjusted for your preferred BB type, it generally requires very little further attention. Finding the correct setting can make a significant difference to how the pistol performs.
Specifications
- Calibre: 4.5mm (.177) Steel BB
- Power Source: 1x 12g CO₂ Capsule
- Energy: Less than 3 Joules
- Magazine Capacity: 18 Rounds
- Shot Count: Approx. 40 Shots per CO₂ Capsule
- Action: Single Action Blowback
- Hop-Up: Adjustable
- Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety & Beavertail Safety
- Length: 215mm
- Weight: 970g
Includes
- UX Stratix CO₂ Blowback Air Pistol
- 18-Round Magazine
- User Manual
Why Choose the Stratix?
The Stratix occupies an interesting position in the market. It sits above entry-level pistols such as the UX Blamer while remaining considerably more affordable than many premium replica handguns. The addition of adjustable hop-up gives it a genuine performance advantage over many BB pistols, while the heavier construction and realistic controls make it an enjoyable pistol to shoot.
It is not trying to be a match pistol, nor is it pretending to be a collector-grade replica. Instead, it focuses on delivering realistic handling, enjoyable blowback action, and surprisingly capable BB performance in a package that remains accessible to most shooters. For plinking, reactive targets, and general shooting enjoyment, the Stratix makes a very compelling case for itself.
