Gamo PT-85 Blowback .177 — CO2 Pellet Pistol

Gamo PT-85 Blowback Review — Realistic Blowback Action

The Gamo PT-85 Blowback is a CO2-powered semi-automatic air pistol featuring realistic blowback technology, where a portion of the CO2 gas moves the metal slide rearward with each shot . This provides a genuine shooting feel that closely mimics a firearm, making it an excellent training tool. Available in .177 calibre (4.5mm), the PT-85 delivers velocities of up to 125 m/s (410 fps) with Gamo PBA Platinum pellets . The pistol is built around a rifled steel barrel for accuracy and features a textured polymer grip for secure handling, with an overall weight of approximately 1.5 lbs (0.7 kg) and length of 7.8 inches . For shooters wanting a realistic CO2 pistol for plinking, training, or backyard target practice, the PT-85 delivers.

Gamo PT-85 Blowback UK — Magazine and Shot Capacity

The PT-85 uses an innovative 16-shot total capacity system consisting of two 8-pellet rotary magazines that load into the grip . This allows you to fire 16 shots before needing to reload the magazines, significantly extending shooting sessions compared to single-magazine designs. The blowback action is single or double action, meaning you can either cock the hammer manually for a lighter single-action trigger pull or fire double-action where the trigger cocks and releases the hammer in one motion . The pistol is powered by a single 12-gram CO2 cartridge inserted into the grip, with owners reporting approximately 48 to 64 shots per cartridge depending on temperature and firing rate .

Gamo PT-85 Accessories — Tactical Rail and Upgrades

The PT-85 features an integrated tactical accessory rail under the barrel, allowing you to mount lights, lasers, or other accessories . The Gamo Quad Rail accessory is available separately, which attaches to the PT-85 and provides 20mm Picatinny rails on the top, bottom, and both sides of the pistol . Owners report this rail works perfectly for mounting red dot sights and laser pointers, though they note the rail is plastic but well made . The quad rail requires no modifications to fit and dramatically improves the pistol’s tactical appearance. The fixed front and rear sights feature reflective white dots for improved target acquisition in various lighting conditions . The manual safety is located on the frame for easy thumb operation.

Gamo PT-85 Problems — Honest Owner Feedback

The PT-85 has received extensive owner feedback, with several common issues worth discussing. The most frequently reported problem is pellet sensitivity — the PT-85 requires standard-skirt pellets only . Owners strongly warn against using long-skirt pellets such as Red Fire, Blue Flame, PBA Bullet, Magnum, Master Point, Armor, Lethal, Rocket, or TS-10, as these can damage the magazine and cause jamming . Some owners report that pellets can occasionally fall out of the magazine if not seated correctly . Others note that the slide’s action is somewhat loose with a slight wobble—though as one owner noted, this is actually realistic to real steel firearms . CO2 efficiency varies with temperature, and below 10°C performance drops significantly as with any CO2 gun. Some owners report that a single CO2 cartridge lasts approximately 32 shots when firing rapidly, but can reach 48-64 shots when shots are spaced out with 5-6 seconds between each to allow the CO2 to warm . The included accessories in some package versions have been criticised for poor quality, with owners reporting that lasers and lights may not fit properly or have low battery life .

Gamo PT-85 Accuracy and Performance — What Owners Say

Owner reviews on accuracy and performance are generally positive, with the PT-85 earning a 4.0 out of 5 star average across 58 reviews on a major airgun retailer . On a European retailer site, the pistol earned a 4.6 out of 5 star average across 12 reviews . One owner described the PT-85 as very accurate once you tame the recoil, noting solid build quality . Another reported that after fitting a red dot sight using the quad rail, the pistol became ridiculously accurate . The trigger is described as two-stage and good, with a very good trigger pull noted by multiple owners . The blowback action is widely praised — one owner called it beautiful and stated that Gamo NAILED IT, with the pistol feeling like a .22LR firearm and serving as a fantastic trainer . Another owner reported 48+ shots per CO2 cartridge with very accurate and smooth operation . The pistol is capable of consistent hits on tin cans at 15-20 yards when used with quality pellets.

Gamo PT-85 Blowback For Sale UK — In Stock at Fieldcraft Airguns

For those searching for a Gamo PT-85 Blowback for sale UK, Fieldcraft Airguns has the PT-85 available in .177 calibre. The pistol includes two 8-pellet rotary magazines (16-shot total capacity), a manual safety, and a tactical accessory rail. Owners recommend purchasing spare magazines for extended field use and to allow pre-loading before shooting sessions. Every Gamo PT-85 Blowback sold by Fieldcraft Airguns comes with our exclusive 12 month warranty and delivery straight to your door. We recommend adding a pack of 12-gram CO2 cartridges, a tin of quality .177 standard-skirt pellets — avoid long-skirt or pointed ammunition — and a tube of Pellgun oil to keep the CO2 seal in good condition. For owners wanting to mount a red dot sight, the Gamo Quad Rail accessory is available separately and provides a 20mm Picatinny rail for optic mounting .