Highly Tunable.. High Capacity… KARMA EQ - REVIEW

Published on May 16, 2025
Duration: 11:17

This review of the Karma EQ air rifle highlights its feature-packed design and budget-friendly price point. The reviewer demonstrates impressive accuracy at 50 yards with various pellets and slugs, and tests the effectiveness of two moderators in reducing the rifle's 'barky' sound. Key features like the high-capacity magazine, adjustable power, and bullpup configuration are detailed, making it a versatile option for airgun enthusiasts.

Quick Summary

The Karma EQ 25 caliber PCP air rifle offers impressive accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups at 50 yards with AEA 33 grain pellets. It boasts a high-capacity 26-shot magazine and can deliver 52 shots per fill. Key features include adjustable power, an ambidextrous side lever, and a bullpup design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Karma EQ
  2. 00:0850 Yard Accuracy Testing (Pellets)
  3. 01:36Hollowpoint Pellet Performance
  4. 01:4550 Yard Accuracy Testing (Slugs)
  5. 02:23Moderator Testing (Zero DB Shorty)
  6. 03:28Moderator Testing (DFL Yokazuna)
  7. 04:2150 Yard Group Recap
  8. 05:15100 Yard Accuracy Introduction
  9. 05:19Karma EQ Feature Rundown
  10. 06:05High Capacity Magazine
  11. 06:39Power Adjuster and Regulator
  12. 06:52Side Lever Operation
  13. 07:05Gauges and Adjustments
  14. 07:19Ergonomic Features (Butt Plate, Cheek Riser)
  15. 07:28Accessory Mounts
  16. 07:41Bullpup Design and Lever Placement
  17. 08:43100 Yard Accuracy Testing (Moderator On/Off)
  18. 10:08100 Yard Group Analysis
  19. 11:02Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the accuracy of the Karma EQ air rifle at 50 yards?

The Karma EQ air rifle demonstrates impressive accuracy at 50 yards. With AEA 33 grain pellets, it achieved sub-MOA groups, with five shots stacking within less than an inch. Hollowpoint hunting pellets also grouped within an inch at this distance.

How many shots can the Karma EQ air rifle get on a single fill?

The Karma EQ features a high-capacity 26-shot magazine. With its regulator set around 2000 PSI, the rifle can achieve two full magazines, totaling 52 shots, before requiring a refill.

What are the key features of the Karma EQ air rifle?

Key features include a 26-shot 25 caliber magazine, adjustable regulator, power adjuster, ambidextrous side lever, bullpup design, adjustable butt plate and cheek riser, and Picatinny rails for accessories. It also has a fully shrouded barrel with a threaded end.

How effective are moderators on the Karma EQ air rifle?

Moderators significantly reduce the 'barky' sound of the 25 caliber Karma EQ. Both the Zero DB shorty and DFL Yokazuna moderators tested decreased sound levels, with the Yokazuna maintaining approximately 2-inch groups at 100 yards.

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