Walther Rotex RM8 Beech Regulated Bolt Action PCP Air Rifle by UMAREX
The Walther Rotex RM8 has become something of a modern classic. While plenty of air rifles have come and gone over the years, the RM8 has quietly built a reputation for doing the fundamentals exceptionally well. A superb German-made Lothar Walther barrel, a genuinely clever rotary magazine system and a regulated 200cc air cylinder combine to create an air rifle that simply gets on with putting pellets exactly where they're aimed.
Unlike many self-indexing magazines that rely on spring tension, the RM8 uses a true rotary magazine. Each time the bolt is cycled, the rifle itself rotates the magazine into position before the pellet is chambered. The result is a smoother loading cycle, with the pellet entering the breech straight rather than being pushed whilst the magazine is still trying to rotate. Less stress on the pellet generally means better consistency, particularly when chasing tiny groups.
German Lothar Walther Barrel: Every RM8 is built around a genuine 500mm Lothar Walther choked barrel. Regarded as one of the finest barrel manufacturers in the world, Lothar Walther barrels have earned their reputation through decades of exceptional accuracy, making them a natural choice for a rifle that excels on the target range.
Regulated Consistency: The regulated 200cc air cylinder delivers its best performance between 200 and 100 BAR, producing a remarkably consistent shot cycle throughout its working pressure. The regulator not only tightens velocity spreads but also helps squeeze more usable shots from each fill compared with similarly sized unregulated rifles.
Rotary Magazine System: The 8-shot rotary magazine gives the RM8 its name and remains one of its strongest features. By allowing the bolt action to rotate the magazine rather than relying on spring tension inside the magazine itself, pellets are presented neatly to the breech before being loaded, reducing the chance of pellet deformation.
Traditional Beech Sporter Stock: The beech sporter stock gives the rifle classic sporting lines that shoulder naturally whether shooting from a bench, prone position or field rest. Its conventional design makes it equally comfortable for long target sessions or static pest control.
Ready for Your Choice of Moderator: The precision barrel is threaded 1/2" UNF, allowing the fitting of the moderator of your choice while maintaining the clean sporting appearance of the rifle.
Specifications
- Action: Right Handed Bolt Action
- Power Source: PCP
- Air Cylinder: 200cc
- Maximum Fill Pressure: 232 BAR
- Regulator Operating Pressure: 100-200 BAR
- Approximate Shot Count: 160 Shots
- Magazine: 8 Shot Rotary Magazine
- Safety: Automatic Push Button
- Trigger: 2 Stage Adjustable (First Stage Length)
- Barrel: 500mm Lothar Walther 12-Groove Choked Barrel
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2" UNF
- Power: Approx. 15.5 Joules (Pellet Dependent)
- Stock: Beech Sporter
- Weight: 3.8kg
- Overall Length: 1000mm
- Optics Rail: 11mm Dovetail
Who is the RM8 Beech for?
The Beech RM8 is aimed squarely at shooters who value accuracy over gimmicks. It feels equally at home on the target range, shooting from a bipod or bag, or waiting patiently in a hide for longer-range pest control. The traditional stock and excellent balance make it a rifle that is comfortable to shoot for extended sessions, while the proven action and barrel continue to remind people why the RM8 has remained popular for so many years.
