MCX RATTLER AIR RIFLE
® ™
OPERATOR’S MANUAL: HANDLING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS
1.0 SAFETY WARNINGS
READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL COMPLETELY. DO NOT BRANDISH OR DISPLAY THIS AIRGUN IN PUBLIC. IT MAY BE CONFUSING TO
PEOPLE AND MAY BE A CRIME. POLICE AND OTHERS MAY THINK THIS AIRGUN IS A FIREARM. DO NOT USE OR CARRY THE AIRGUN
IN SITUATIONS WHERE IT COULD BE MISTAKEN FOR A FIREARM. THIS AIRGUN IS NOT A TOY. TREAT IT WITH THE SAME RESPECT
YOU WOULD A FIREARM. ALWAYS CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE SAFETY DIRECTIONS FOUND IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND KEEP THIS
MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE. MISUSE OR CARELESS USE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, ESPECIALLY TO THE EYE. THE USE
AND PURCHASE OF THIS AIRGUN IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PERSONS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE. VELOCITY UP TO 350 FPS.
THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE AIRGUN HANDLING
ALWAYS treat every Airgun as if it were loaded.
ALWAYS points Airgun in a safe direction. DO NOT point any Airgun, loaded or unloaded, at any undesired target.
ALWAYS be sure of your backstop, what lies beyond, and the safety of bystanders before you shoot.
ALWAYS keep your finger clear of the trigger until ready to fire.
DO NOT brandish, tamper with, or attempt to alter an Airgun in any way. Actions may result in injury, especially to the eye.
ALWAYS use clean, dry, ammunition of the proper type and caliber for your Airgun. Never reuse ammunition.
ALWAYS be sure you and those around you wear proper eye protection when shooting.
ALWAYS carry your Airgun so that you can control the direction of the muzzle if you fall or stumble.
NEVER shoot at a flat surface or water to avoid ricochet.
DO NOT leave an unattended Airgun loaded. Airgun and ammunition should be stored separately, locked if possible, beyond the reach of
children, careless adults, and unauthorized users.
NEVER allow your Airgun to be used by anyone who has not read and understood this operator’s manual.
ALWAYS be sure that the barrel is clear of any obstruction.
NEVER drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs before or during shooting, as your vision and judgment could be seriously impaired, making
your Airgun handling unsafe.
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1.1 EYE PROTECTION
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES THAT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF
AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI) Z87.1 WHEN
HANDLING, PRACTICING, OR PLINKING WITH AN AIRGUN. WHEN TRAINING
OR USING IN FIELD EVENTS AND COMPETITIONS, PROPER EYE AND FACE
PROTECTION DESIGNED FOR AIRGUNS MUST BE WORN BY THE USER AND
ANY PERSON WITHIN RANGE.
1.2 PROP 65 WARNING
THIS PRODUCT CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING LEAD, WHICH
IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO
TO WWW.P65WARNINGS.CA.GOV
1.3 EXPLOSION HAZARD
KEEP CO2 CYLINDER AWAY FROM HEAT AND FLAMES. TEMPERATURES
OVER 120 F (50 C) CAN CAUSE AN EXPLOSION RESULTING IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH. NEVER ALLOW CO2 CYLINDERS OR AIRGUN TO SIT FOR
EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR STORE IN YOUR
VEHICLE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 SAFETY WARNINGS....................................................................................................................... 2
2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................... 5
3.0 SAFETY/SELECTOR SWITCH.......................................................................................................... 6
4.0 FOLDING STOCK........................................................................................................................... 7
5.0 LOADING PROPELLANT................................................................................................................. 8
6.0 LOADING MAGAZINE................................................................................................................... 9
7.0 FIRING THE RIFLE....................................................................................................................... 10
8.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY.............................................................................................................12
9.0 USE & MAINTENANCE.............................................................................................................. 15
10.0 STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION................................................................................................... 17
11.0 SAFE USE / HANDLING OF CO2 CYLINDERS................................................................................. 18
12.0 SERVICE / SHIPPING POLICY......................................................................................................... 19
13.0 WARRANTY INFORMATION......................................................................................................... 20
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2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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3 4
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1. Muzzle / Flash Hider
2. M-LOK Handguard
3. Front Sight
4. M1913 Rail 2
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5. Bolt Catch 5
6. Magazine
7. Magazine Release (L) 6 7
8. Rear Sight
9. Selector Lever (L)
10. Charging Handle
11. Folding Stock
12. Takedown Pin
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13. Selector Lever (R)
14. Trigger 16
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15. Magazine Release (R)
16. Magwell 14 15
17. Pivot Pin
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3.0 SAFETY / SELECTOR SWITCH
SAFE SEMI BURST
Either the left or right selector switch can be used to change the fire mode of the airgun. In SAFE,
the trigger will be physically locked to prevent accidental firing. In SEMI, the airgun will fire one (1)
BB for each pull of the trigger. In BURST, the airgun will fire three (3) BB's for each pull of the trigger.
NOTE: Burst is controlled by a ratchet system which advances after each shot. Depending upon the
position of the ratchet when burst is first selected, the first burst may fire between 1 and 3 shots.
CAUTION: THE SELECTOR WILL NOT GO INTO THE SAFE POSITION IF THE AIRGUN IS NOT COCKED.
DO NOT FORCE THE LEVER INTO SAFETY AS THIS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MECHANISM.
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4.0 FOLDING STOCK
The stock can be folded by grasping the stock near the hinge and, while pressing against the top of
the hinge (A), squeeze the stock upwards towards the hinge to unlock it (B). While doing so, pivot the
stock to the left to fold it against the receiver (C). To unfold the stock, pivot the stock away from the
receiver until it locks in the extended position.
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5.0 LOADING PROPELLANT
A B
Press the magazine release button to remove the magazine from the airgun. Pull down on the
bottom rear corner of the magazine (A) to remove the cover. Loosen the screw on the bottom of
the magazine (B) before inserting the 12g CO2 cartridge into the cavity as shown. Then, tighten the
screw on the bottom of the magazine. The sound of gas escaping will be heard as the seal is pierced.
Continue tightening the screw until snug, then give one final 1/4 turn.
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6.0 LOADING MAGAZINE
Pull the magazine's follower (A) to the bottom of the track and lock the follower into the locking
notch (B). Load the BB's into the magazine through the round hole near the bottom of the track.
Continue to load the BB's until they reach the bottom edge of the hole but are not blocking the
opening. Then, push the follower out of the locking notch and back into the track.
CAUTION: DO NOT RELEASE THE FOLLOWER UNTIL IT IS CONTACTING THE BB'S OR THE TOP OF
THE MAGAZINE. ALLOWING THE FOLLOWER TO HIT WITH FORCE CAN DAMAGE THE MAGAZINE.
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7.0 FIRING THE RIFLE
Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Insert the loaded magazine firmly into the magwell until
it locks in place. Grasp the charging handle so that either of the latches (A) are pressed to the rear,
then pull the charging handle rearward until it stops, then release it. The charging handle will return
forwards on its own. This will cycle the internal bolt and cock the rifle. The rifle is now ready to fire.
Aim the rifle at your target and rotate the selector off of the safe position to the desired fire
mode. Squeeze the trigger to the rear and the rifle will fire. Upon firing the internal bolt will cycle,
automatically loading the next BB into the chamber and cocking the rifle. Once all BB's have been
fired from the magazine, the internal bolt will lock to the rear and the rifle will stop firing.
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B
Return the selector to the safe position. Press the magazine release to remove the magazine and
reload BB's and propellant if needed. Once the magazine is reloaded, reinsert it into the magwell of
the rifle until it locks in place.
The internal bolt is currently locked to the rear and the rifle will not fired until it is released. The
internal bolt can be released by either depressing the bolt catch (B), or pulling back on the charging
handle and releasing. Once the internal bolt has been released, the rifle is ready to fire again.
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8.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
A C
Removing Upper: Depress the magazine release to remove the magazine from the rifle and cycle the
charging handle to ensure that the rifle is cocked. Using a pin punch, push both the takedown (A)
and pivot (B) pins through the receiver from the left to right. The pins are captured so they will not
separate from the rifle. Once the pins are pushed through to their stopping points, push the upper
receiver forward and up off of the lower receiver. While doing so, be sure to maintain control of the
recoil spring guide (C).
CAUTION: RECOIL SPRING GUIDE IS FREE FLOATING IN UPPER RECEIVER AND MAY FALL OUT AND
BECOME LOST. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO DISASSEMBLE WITH RIFLE HELD HORIZONTALLY.
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D
F
Removing Bolt: Press rearward on the loading nozzle (D) to separate it from the chamber and begin
pushing the bolt from the upper receiver. Once the end of the bolt reaches the rear of the upper
receiver, the bolt can be grabbed from the rear and pulled completely from the upper receiver.
Installing Bolt: Ensure that the bolt is lined up with the slots in the upper receiver (E) and begin
sliding the bolt into the upper receiver. While doing so, keep the recoil spring guide (F) inserted into
the bolt. Once the bolt is inserted fully into the upper receiver, verify that the recoil spring guide can
be depressed into the upper before proceeding with reassembling the rifle.
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G
Reinstalling Upper: Align the recoil spring guide with the receptacle (G) in the back of the upper
receiver and then slowly allow the rear lug of upper receiver to seat down into the lower receiver.
Pivot the front of the upper receiver down so that the front lug aligns with the lower receiver. Once
the pivot and takedown pin holes are aligned, push the pins back through the receiver until fully
seated. Cycle the charging handle to ensure the bolt functions properly after reassembly.
CAUTION: IF THE BOLT DOES NOT CYCLE PROPERLY, THE RECOIL SPRING GUIDE IS NOT ALIGNED IN
THE UPPER PROPERLY. REPEAT DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY PROCESS TO CORRECT BEFORE FIRING.
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9.0 USE & MAINTENANCE
WARNING: FOR USE WITH 4.5MM (.177CAL) BB’s ONLY. USE OF ANY OTHER AMMUNITION MAY
RESULT IN INJURY, OR DAMAGE TO THE AIRGUN. DO NOT REUSE AMMUNITION. TO ACHIEVE
OPTIMUM ACCURACY AND PERFORMANCE, USE 4.5MM (.177CAL) BB’s WHICH ARE PRECISION
GROUND AND SEAMLESS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE LEAD SHOT, BALL BEARINGS OR ANY BB’s WHICH ARE NOT SEAMLESS. USE OF
SUCH AMMUNITION CAN DAMAGE YOUR AIRGUN.
CAUTION: DO NOT PRESS THE VALVE ON THE BACK OF THE MAGAZINE TO RELEASE GAS. THIS WILL
CAUSE ALL OF THE GAS TO RUSH OUT AND FREEZE THE O-RING WITHIN THE VALVE WHICH WILL
DAMAGE IT. IF YOU NEED TO EMPTY THE MAGAZINE, SIMPLY DRY FIRE THE GAS GUN UNTIL EMPTY.
CAUTION: DO NOT FIRE THE GAS GUN WHILE HOLDING IT ON ITS SIDE OR INVERTED. DOING SO WILL
CAUSE LIQUID GAS TO EXPEL FROM THE VALVE WHICH WILL DAMAGE THE O-RINGS.
CAUTION: ONLY CO2 INTENDED FOR USE IN AIRGUN/AIRSOFT APPLICATIONS IS RECOMMENDED.
OTHER GASES MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE O-RINGS AND SEALS IN THIS AIRGUN.
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CO2 will not expand properly in cooler or damp conditions so it will produce less pressure. This
will result in diminished performance and less shots per cylinder. Climates with low humidity and
temperatures from (59°F/15°C to 90°F/32°C) are best for optimal performance. When operating
outside of optimal conditions, it is recommend to "short load" the magazine with less BB's which will
allow the airgun to empty the magazine before running out of propellant.
Firing rapidly will cause the CO2 gas to drop in temperature as it expands resulting in the "cool
down" effect. This can cause the airgun to behave similar to operating in cool/damp conditions. If
performance starts to diminish while firing rapidly, pause for a few minutes until the magazine is able
to return to ambient temperature before resuming.
After continued or heavy use of your airgun, disassemble and clean off any dirt or residue that may
have built up on moving parts as this can affect operation of the airgun. Use of silicone oil or spray
designed specifically for airgun models is recommended. A thin film of oil should be maintained on
contact areas between moving parts.
A drop of silicone oil should also be applied to the tip of the CO2 cartridge, or directly into the pierce
pin, every three (3) CO2 cartridges. This will help keep the internal valves and seals of the airgun
lubricated.
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10.0 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
When storing CO2 magazines, it is recommended to remove the CO2 cartridge before putting the
airgun away. Keeping the cartridge installed can cause the seal to deform and may prevent it from
sealing properly.
The only safe way to store your airgun is unloaded, cleared, and secure. Safe and secure storage is
one of your most important responsibilities.
Store your unloaded airgun separate from your ammunition and in places inaccessible to children
and unauthorized persons. When storing always be aware of the airgun and equipment associated
with the product.
Be aware of high and low temperatures (59°F/15°C to 90°F/32°C) as parts/equipment such as high
pressure gases, seals, etc. can be affected and/or damaged.
When transporting your airgun, keep it unloaded and on safe for your safety and for the safety of
others.
When storing your airgun, keep it separated from ammunition, under lock and key if possible, and
out of the reach of children and other inexperienced or unauthorized persons.
It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of any state you will be traveling through
with your airgun.
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11.0 SAFE USE AND HANDLING OF CO2 CYLINDERS
WARNING: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT CERTAIN CONDITIONS MAY AFFECT A CO2 CYLINDER, WHICH CAN
IMPACT ITS PROPER PERFORMANCE. THESE CONDITIONS INCLUDE THE USAGE, MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE AT TEMPERATURES THAT ARE HIGHER OR LOWER THAN (59°F/15°C TO 90°F/32°C). RAPID
FIRING OF THE CO2 AIRGUN CAN AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE CO2 CYLINDER AS WELL.
HIGH TEMPERATURES CAN INCREASE PRESSURE IN THE CO2 CYLINDER AND ALSO WITHIN THE
AIRGUN, LEADING TO HIGHER THAN STANDARD OPERATING PRESSURE. THIS EXCESS PRESSURE
COULD CAUSE THE AIRGUN TO MALFUNCTION OR BE PERMANENTLY DAMAGED. MAXIMUM
STORAGE OR OPERATION TEMPERATURE SHOULD NEVER EXCEED 122°F (50°C). THIS TEMPERATURE
CAN BE REACHED IF YOU LEAVE THE AIRGUN UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT ON A BRIGHT DAY.
THUS, TO ENSURE PROPER AIRGUN OPERATION, DO NOT EXPOSE IT OR CO2 CYLINDERS TO HIGH
TEMPERATURES OR DIRECT SUNLIGHT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. OTHERWISE, THE CO2 CYLINDER
COULD OVERHEAT AND EXPLODE, WHICH MAY DAMAGE THE AIRGUN AND CAUSE INJURIES OR
DEATH TO PEOPLE AROUND IT.
WARNING: IMPROPER USE OR HANDLING OF CO2 CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. MAXIMUM
STORAGE OR OPERATION TEMPERATURES SHOULD NEVER EXCEED 122°F (50°C)
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12.0 SERVICE / SHIPPING POLICY
If you have questions concerning the performance or servicing of your Airsoft gun, please write or call:
SIG SAUER, Inc.
Attention: Customer Service
18 Industrial Drive, Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: (603) 610-3000 ext. 1
Fax: (603) 766-7002
IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATING YOUR AIRSOFT GUN, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO CALL OUR
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT (603) 610-3000 EXT. 1 BEFORE USING YOUR AIRSOFT GUN.
In the event that you need to return your Airsoft gun to the SIG SAUER Service Department, here’s what to do:
1. Contact Customer Service at (603) 610-3000 ext. 1 for a return merchandise authorization (RMA) number, which will allow SIG
SAUER to track the status of your return from its receipt at SIG SAUER through its return to you. Please do not send your Airsoft until
you obtain an RMA number.
2. Make sure that the chamber and magazine(s) are unloaded and that no ammunition is included with your returned Airsoft gun.
3. Package the Airsoft gun securely to prevent damage. Enclose a letter that includes your name, street address, daytime phone
number, model and serial number, and a detailed description of the problem you have experienced or the work that you want
performed. With the exception of extra magazines, do not include any other accessories such as scopes or mounts.
4. SIG SAUER is not responsible for any Airsoft gun until it is received, nor for damage incurred during shipment.
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5. Ship your Airsoft gun insured and prepaid (we do not accept collect shipments) to:
SIG SAUER, Inc.
Attention: Service Department
18 Industrial Drive Exeter, NH 03833
Don’t forget to write your RMA number on the package.
A copy of this instruction manual should always accompany this Airsoft gun and be transferred with it upon change of ownership.
13.0 WARRANTY INFORMATION
SIG SAUER AIRSOFT/AIR GUN/AIR ACCESSORY LIMITED WARRANTY
SIG SAUER warrants that the enclosed AIRSOFT/AIRGUN/AIR ACCESSORY product was originally manufactured free of defects in
material, workmanship, and mechanical function. For the applicable periods listed below, SIG SAUER agrees to correct any defect
in the product for the original purchaser by repair, adjustment, or replacement, at SIG SAUER’s option, with the same or comparable
quality components (or by replacing the product at SIG SAUER’s option); provided however, that the product is returned unloaded and
freight prepaid to SIG SAUER at 18 Industrial Drive, Exeter, NH, 03833.
Limited Warranty Applicable Periods:
· SIG SAUER® AIR ONE Airsoft Models – Thirty (30) days from date of purchase
· SIG SAUER® PROFORCE Airsoft Models – Ninety (90) days from date of purchase
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· SIG SAUER® AIRGUN Models (non-HUNTER models) – One-hundred and eighty (180) days from date of purchase
· SIG SAUER® HUNTER AIRGUN Models – One (1) year from date of purchase
· SIG SAUER® AIR ACCESSORIES – Sixty (60) days from date of purchase
Proof of purchase will be required with any request for warranty repair.
This limited warranty is null and void if the product has been misused, damaged (by accident or otherwise), fired with improper
ammunition, fired with an obstruction in the barrel, damaged through failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as
described in the manual accompanying the product, or if unauthorized repair or any alteration, including of a cosmetic nature, has
been performed on the product. This limited warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear of any parts.
Subject to the foregoing, this limited warranty confers the right to have the covered product or its parts repaired, adjusted, or replaced
exclusively upon the original purchaser, which right is not transferable to any other person.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. REPAIR, ALTERATION, OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SIG SAUER OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH SIG SAUER BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT,
WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied
warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so some or all of the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO U.S. COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS ONLY, AND DOES NOT APPLY TO GOVERNMENT, MILITARY, LAW
ENFORCEMENT, OR NON-US CUSTOMERS. NON-US CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR LOCAL DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR FOR
APPLICABLE WARRANTY COVERAGE.
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