The Defense Innovation Pistelle X-68 Gen2 (Orange) is a cutting-edge airgun designed for personal security and self-defence. This .68-caliber device provides a reliable and efficient solution for non-lethal defence, ensuring you stay prepared in challenging situations.

The GEN2 Pistelle X-68 features upgraded seals for enhanced reliability and durability. This second-generation model incorporates improved production components with tighter tolerances, ensuring superior performance. Included GEN2 Pistelle X-68 upgraded seals (O-ring Seal Kit and Lubricant Grease)

The Pistelle X-68 is the most powerful pistol available right out of the box, with a shooting power of 35-50 joules. It stands out as one of the most powerful pistols you can purchase, out of the box, without doing any modifications. This defence pistol is powered by a 12g CO2 cartridge located in the pistol grip and comes with a 6-round magazine. Thanks to its quick-piercing design, the Pistelle X-68 can be stored away and ready for immediate use when needed. It is the ultimate personal defence launcher, offering the highest velocity and impact power for a .68 Cal system.

Dye-Hard Paintball is an official, authorised and exclusive South African distributor of Mercury Rise products, including the Mercury Rise IntruBuster Gen 2, Defense Innovation products, and the Pistelle X-68. We supply these products directly to customers and resellers throughout South Africa.

Key Features:

• Quick Piercing CO2 System: Equipped with an innovative 3-in-1 piercing cap for rapid and effortless activation of 12g CO2 cartridges.
• High-Precision Design: Ergonomically crafted for optimal reliability, accuracy, and comfort during use. The airgun features intuitive controls to enhance the user experience.
• .68-Caliber Ammunition: Compatible with a variety of .68-caliber projectiles, offering flexibility to suit your defence needs.
• Temperature-Optimised Performance: Operates effectively between 20°F (-6°C) and 120°F (48°C) with warnings for temperature extremes to maintain safe operation.

Effortless Operation and Immediate Readiness:

Designed for simplicity and instant use with the renowned Quick-Piercing System. A light tap at the bottom of the grip pierces the CO₂ cartridge right when you need it, enabling long-term storage without compromising quick availability

Rapid Fire Capability:

Deploy .68 caliber quickly and in rapid succession. With Picatinny rails, you can easily mount aiming aids and other accessories to customise your launcher.

State Of The Art:

Expect reliability, performance, and durability with the X-68, designed and produced by NXWerks Precision. This renowned firearms and airgun company is based in Finland.

Specifications of the Defense Innovation Pistelle X-68 Gen2 (Orange):

• Caliber: .68
• Impact power: 35 to 51 Joules (Unmodified)
• Power Source: 12g CO2 cartridges (9 optimally powered shots)
• Ammunition Source: 6 rds Magazine (1 additional in the chamber to make it 7)
• Range: +/- 30m
• Operational Temperature Range: -6°C to 48°C
• Safety: Mechanical safety lever and mandatory user precautions
• Dimension:  215mm(L) x 29mm(W) x 90.3mm(H)
• Weight: 816.47 grams
• Warranty: 1 Year Factory Warranty
• Manufactured By: NXWerks Precision for Defense Innovation
• Colour: Black and Orange

Box Contents:

• 1x Defense Innovation Pistelle X-68 Airgun Orange
• 1x Magazine
• 1x GEN2 Seal Kit & Lubricant
• 1x Instruction Manual

Note: Not to be used with pepperballs due to the velocity being too high. The pepper balls might break inside the launcher. Use Duke Pepperballs rated at 60 Joules

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