Description
Lightweight Bolt-Action Precision: Silverback TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport in Olive Drab
Designed for airsoft players who value precision, adjustability and a lightweight platform, the Silverback TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport Olive Drab combines the popular TAC-41 design with a versatile Recon stock and a reinforced polymer construction. This spring-powered bolt-action sniper rifle offers an adaptable platform for players entering the world of airsoft sniping and experienced players looking for a lightweight rifle with plenty of upgrade potential.
Finished in Olive Drab, the TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport features fully ambidextrous controls, an adjustable stock, a top Picatinny rail and Silverback’s tool-friendly hop-up design. Its compatibility with selected components from the wider TAC-41 family also makes it an appealing option for players who want to personalise their rifle over time.
Lightweight Construction with a Recon Stock
The TAC-41 Lite Sport uses a glass-fibre-reinforced PA6 nylon receiver and chassis, helping keep the rifle manageable without sacrificing the practical features expected from a modern airsoft sniper platform.
The Recon stock adds further adjustability, allowing you to tailor the rifle to your preferred shooting position. Its length can be adjusted by approximately 100mm, while the cheek rest offers around 40mm of height adjustment. This makes it easier to establish a comfortable cheek weld when using a scope or other compatible sighting system.
The stock also features sling attachment points and M-LOK mounting slots, giving you options for adding compatible accessories without unnecessarily complicating the setup.
Fully Ambidextrous Controls
The Silverback TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport is designed to accommodate both right-handed and left-handed players. The bolt handle can be configured for either side, while the magazine catch, safety and hop-up adjustment are also designed for ambidextrous use.
This flexibility makes the TAC-41 a practical choice for players who need to change shoulders around cover or simply prefer a particular bolt position. Its high Picatinny top rail also provides a useful mounting platform for compatible optics, with additional clearance intended to help players using full-face protection.
Spring-Powered Bolt-Action Performance
As a spring-powered sniper rifle, the TAC-41 requires the bolt to be operated between shots. This provides a deliberate shooting cycle suited to players who prefer a measured approach to target engagement rather than automatic fire.
The bolt assembly uses a 41cc usable air volume and incorporates an aluminium cylinder, cylinder head and piston. The quick-change bolt design makes servicing and selected configuration changes more straightforward for users familiar with airsoft rifle maintenance.
The rifle is compatible with APS-style 13mm springs. The standard spring specification is listed as 90N, although installed spring configurations and included accessories can vary by market or retailer. Always verify the supplied spring and ensure the rifle complies with your site’s limits before use.
Adjustable TDC Hop-Up System
The TAC-41 Lite Sport features a top-dead-centre (TDC) hop-up adjustment system, allowing you to tune the backspin applied to your BBs. The adjustment has 50 indexed positions, with approximately 15 micrometres of adjustment per position, giving you fine control when setting up your rifle.
The hop-up system accepts compatible AEG-style buckings and is supplied with a 60-degree AEG hop-up rubber. Its design allows adjustment without relying on access around the scope, making it practical to fine-tune your setup while keeping your chosen optic fitted.
An anti-double-feed system helps prevent multiple BBs from entering the firing system during operation, while the feeding ramp buffer holds additional BBs ready for the next shots.
Precision Barrel and 48-Round Magazine
The rifle features a tapered aluminium outer barrel and a brass 6.05mm-bore inner barrel using an AEG-style format. The barrel assembly is approximately 330mm long, and its quick-change design uses a bayonet lock and receiver clamp to simplify access during maintenance.
The supplied magazine holds 48 BBs, with an additional 20 BBs held in the internal feeding ramp buffer. A quick-release button inside the magazine well allows the feeding tube to be emptied when required.
The outer barrel uses an M24 x 1 thread, designed for compatible muzzle devices with the matching thread specification. Check the thread direction and attachment compatibility before purchasing accessories, as standard 14mm airsoft muzzle attachments will not fit directly without a suitable adapter.
Upgrade Potential Across the TAC-41 Family
One of the main attractions of the Silverback TAC-41 platform is its potential for customisation. The Lite Sport offers a more accessible starting point while retaining compatibility with selected components from the wider TAC-41 range.
Its adjustable hop-up, replaceable AEG-style bucking, compatible spring format and quick-change bolt design give players several avenues for maintenance and configuration. Always confirm compatibility with the exact TAC-41 model and component revision before ordering upgrade parts.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Silverback Airsoft |
| Model | TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport |
| SKU | SBA-T41LRS-OD |
| Colour | Olive Drab / OD Green |
| Power Source | Spring-powered |
| Firing Mode | Bolt action |
| Length | Approximately 906-936mm, depending on stock adjustment and specification source |
| Weight | Approximately 1.94-1.98kg with magazine, depending on specification source |
| Receiver and Chassis | Glass-fibre-reinforced PA6 nylon |
| Outer Barrel | Tapered aluminium, approximately 330mm barrel assembly |
| Inner Barrel | Brass, 6.05mm bore, AEG-style format |
| Hop-Up | Adjustable TDC with 50 indexed positions |
| Supplied Hop Rubber | 60-degree AEG-style bucking |
| Magazine Capacity | 48 BBs |
| Feeding Ramp Buffer | 20 BBs |
| Bolt Usable Volume | 41cc |
| Cylinder and Piston | 6061-T6 aluminium components |
| Spring Compatibility | APS-style 13mm springs; 90N standard spring specification |
| Outer Barrel Thread | M24 x 1 – verify thread direction and muzzle-device compatibility |
| Stock | Adjustable Recon stock with cheek rest |
| Stock Adjustment | Approximately 100mm length adjustment and 40mm cheek-rest height adjustment |
| Accessory Mounting | Top Picatinny rail and M-LOK stock slots |
| Controls | Ambidextrous bolt handle, magazine catch, safety and hop-up adjustment |
Key Features
- Lightweight spring-powered bolt-action sniper rifle
- Olive Drab finish with reinforced polymer receiver and chassis
- Adjustable Recon stock with cheek rest
- Fully ambidextrous controls for right-handed and left-handed players
- Adjustable TDC hop-up with 50 indexed positions
- 6.05mm-bore brass inner barrel in an AEG-style format
- 48-round magazine with an additional 20-BB feeding ramp buffer
- Quick-change bolt and barrel designs for easier maintenance
- APS-style 13mm spring compatibility
- M24 x 1 threaded outer barrel for compatible muzzle devices
- Top Picatinny rail for mounting a compatible scope or sight
- M-LOK slots and sling attachment points on the Recon stock
- Compatible with selected upgrade components from the TAC-41 family
The BR Airsoft Pro Take
The Silverback TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport is an appealing choice for players who want a purpose-built sniper rifle without starting with a heavier or more expensive platform. Its combination of reinforced polymer construction, adjustable stock and ambidextrous controls makes it adaptable to different players and shooting positions.
The TDC hop-up system and AEG-style bucking format are particularly useful features, giving owners practical adjustment options and access to compatible maintenance parts. The Recon stock adds a modern, configurable feel, while the 48-round magazine and internal feeding buffer provide useful capacity for a spring-powered rifle.
As with any airsoft sniper rifle, performance depends on careful hop-up tuning, suitable BBs and compliance with your site’s limits. The TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport offers a strong foundation for players who enjoy taking their time, tuning their equipment and developing their precision shooting skills.
UK Airsoft Use and Site Compatibility
Airsoft sniper rifles are subject to site-specific muzzle-energy limits and engagement rules. Always have the rifle chronographed using your site’s required BB weight and procedure before playing. Do not assume that a particular spring configuration is acceptable at every site, and confirm local restrictions before changing springs or other power-related components.
This Olive Drab replica is a realistic imitation firearm and may be subject to the UK Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006. Buyers must meet the applicable legal requirements and have an appropriate defence where required. If you do not have a suitable defence, check whether an approved two-tone option is available before purchasing.
Transport the rifle securely, keep it covered in public and use it only in suitable controlled environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Silverback TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport spring-powered?
Yes. It is a manually operated, spring-powered bolt-action airsoft sniper rifle. The bolt must be cycled between shots.
How many BBs does the magazine hold?
The supplied magazine holds 48 BBs. The rifle also has an internal feeding ramp buffer that can hold a further 20 BBs.
Can the stock be adjusted?
Yes. The Recon stock provides approximately 100mm of length adjustment and 40mm of cheek-rest height adjustment, helping you tailor the rifle to your preferred position.
Is the TAC-41 Lite Recon Sport suitable for left-handed players?
Yes. The bolt handle can be configured for left-handed or right-handed operation, and the magazine catch, safety and hop-up adjustment are designed for ambidextrous use.
Can I upgrade the hop-up?
The rifle uses a TDC-style adjustable hop-up and is compatible with suitable AEG-style buckings. Check the exact component specification before ordering replacement or upgrade parts.
Can I change the spring?
The platform is compatible with APS-style 13mm springs. Any spring change can alter muzzle energy, so confirm the rifle remains within your site’s limits and complies with the manufacturer’s guidance. Supplied spring configurations may vary by market.
Can I fit a suppressor or other muzzle device?
The outer barrel uses an M24 x 1 thread. Only use a muzzle device or adapter confirmed to match the thread specification and direction. Standard 14mm airsoft attachments will not fit directly without a suitable adapter.
Does the rifle come with a scope?
The top Picatinny rail is designed to accept compatible optics, but a scope should not be assumed to be included. Check the package contents on the product page before ordering.
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