Why so scarce?

[Sfttailrdr46]

  I have had the opportunity to shoot a couple of the Weirauch/Beeman rifles and couldn't agree more as to the AA and Diana springers being in the same league performance and quality wise. Where the D48, D52 and D54 are concerned I just could not warm up to the side lever action not the guns problem just me.

[Bullit]

Motorhead hit it on the button, as far as the sled assy on the D54/56, versus, the  D48/52/460.
That sled only reduces the "felt recoil" to the shooter.  But the scope will realize force similar to a "whiplash" effect, if not properly adjusted.   If you set it for bench shooting, and then take it out the shoot squirrels in trees, it won't be the same.  Bottom line to many is that, with the added weight and sensitivity of the sled, to keep it all running healthy, is just a turn off.  It's a #1 Bench gun choice to many, versus the models 48/52/460. Enjoy her!

[Mikeflys]

Time for me to muddy up the waters a little. The 54 is on the list of the top 3 guns I am interested in. The 3 being the 54, Air Arms TX200 or a Marader.  I have pretty much written off the PCP due the cost of the fill equipment. So to compare the 54 with the TX200, on paper the tx delivers 850fps and the 54 900fps. All the comments I am seeing on the 54 being a scope killer have me a little concerned.  Maybe I should start focusing more on the tx? Or the 48/52?. I can't afford to be replacings scopes. Also one of the last comments about then 54 shooting different from the bench vs out in the field, not sure how to process that info.

[Bullit]

If you're an all around shooter.  And want good power for hunting...the 48 will be your best go to.  Lotsa guys will also say the same.   It balances quite nicely in your hands.  You don't lose any power.  The .177 gives easy 18fpe min.  and flat shooting.  The 48 can handle the heavy .177 pellets, no problems.  The .22 is 21-22fpe range, so you can see the power difference isn't much.  Bottom line is that The 48 is a winner.
 The TX is a nice and pretty rifle.  If you plan on primarily shooting FT competition, it would be a better choice, with a good 12fpe tune.  It's still popular to the FT folks.  Either are good ones

[Mikeflys]

If you're an all around shooter.  And want good power for hunting...the 48 will be your best go to.  Lotsa guys will also say the same.   It balances quite nicely in your hands.  You don't lose any power.  The .177 gives easy 18fpe min.  and flat shooting.  The 48 can handle the heavy .177 pellets, no problems.  The .22 is 21-22fpe range, so you can see the power difference isn't much.  Bottom line is that The 48 is a winner.
 The TX is a nice and pretty rifle.  If you plan on primarily shooting FT competition, it would be a better choice, with a good 12fpe tune.  It's still popular to the FT folks.  Either are good ones

I am looking for an all around shooter. The 48 is much cheaper than the TX, more energy delivered. Yes the 48 is looking pretty sweet right now..........

[Booger]

If you're an all around shooter.  And want good power for hunting...the 48 will be your best go to.  Lotsa guys will also say the same.   It balances quite nicely in your hands.  You don't lose any power.  The .177 gives easy 18fpe min.  and flat shooting.  The 48 can handle the heavy .177 pellets, no problems.  The .22 is 21-22fpe range, so you can see the power difference isn't much.  Bottom line is that The 48 is a winner.
 The TX is a nice and pretty rifle.  If you plan on primarily shooting FT competition, it would be a better choice, with a good 12fpe tune.  It's still popular to the FT folks.  Either are good ones

I am looking for an all around shooter. The 48 is much cheaper than the TX, more energy delivered. Yes the 48 is looking pretty sweet right now..........

I do not have a 48, but you should still consider 3 rifles that I love. R11/HW98 it is the same as the R9/HW95 except it has an adjustable stock. You would not believe the accuracy and the stock can be made to fit like a glove. The TX200MK3 may be the best rifle out of the box. HW97K is also a sweet rifle, all three are very accurate and nice rifles.

These are just my opinions and I have only been shooting for just under 2 years. There are others here who might have different ideas of what is best for them. 

[Mikeflys]

One of the things that attracted me to the 54, I wanted to mount a bi-pod. The sled and side lever cocking made me think it would shoot well from a bi-pod. I don't see how you could mount a bi-pod to an under lever, what about a hold sensitive 48? Is it even practical to use a bi-pod with a springer?

[Bullit]

Bipods and springers generally have not produced the best results. A handhold is a a good bet.

[Scotchmo]

Bipods and springers generally have not produced the best results. A handhold is a a good bet.

The 54 is an exception to that. I use a Harris type bipod on mine. It works well. There may be a slight degradation in accuracy (or not), but the stability of the short bipod makes up for it.

I made a longer front screw/sling stud that replaces the stock screw. That way, the bipod attaches with no modifications or drilling.

[Esee-fan]

Hi guys, so recently I purchased a T06 RWS 54 in .22 cal after doing extensive research on the gun. What was really attractive to me was the near-recoilless sliding rail the gun utilizes, reducing the need for the artillery hold. I've had the rifle for a few days now, and I'm really pleased with it. Even with CPHPs and my poor springer shooting ability, I'm getting dime sized groups at 20 yds, and I haven't even stretched out the range. However, another thing that I noticed while researching was that not many people have the 54, or at least compared to the 48, 460, TX200, etc. That got me thinking, why is that? Is there something about the 54 that people don't like? I know the gun is heavy, but I can handle it. And from I've heard, the TX200 isn't a lightweight either. So, what do you guys think? Is there a definitive reason why the 54 isn't as popular?

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Good question

[Habanero69er]

I always liked the 54. But, because I'm a lefty and they don't make that stock in a left-handed version was the reason I've never bought one.

[scrane]

For me it was the price.