Description
Ares x Amoeba Striker Tactical 01 in Black (AST1-BK)
The Ares x Amoeba Striker Tactical 01 (AST1-BK) is a spring-powered, bolt action airsoft sniper rifle finished in black. It is the facelifted, highly adjustable member of Ares’s Amoeba Striker range, built to be tuned to the shooter rather than the other way round.
Ares’s Amoeba Striker rifles are popular for good reason: they are affordable, modern-looking and easy to upgrade. The black version is the classic choice, matching most optics and accessories and suiting players who want a clean, understated look.
Adjustability and design
Retailers list an adjustable cheek riser, adjustable butt pad, adjustable grip angle and an adjustable trigger, so you can set the rifle up for your own build and shooting position. The front end has M-LOK slots at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions for a bipod, light or hand stop, and a low-profile ‘stealth’ bolt handle keeps the outline clean.
In black the Striker Tactical 01 has a modern, purposeful look that goes with just about any optic, bipod or suppressor you choose to fit.
Inside the rifle
The Striker Tactical 01 is spring powered and bolt operated, with an adjustable hop-up and a stainless steel cylinder housing. The listed figures are a length of about 1080mm and a weight of about 3.04kg, with a polymer body that keeps it light enough to carry all day.
It uses a 45-round magazine and is listed as compatible with the full Ares Amoeba Striker line, so Striker upgrade parts and accessories are a natural next step if you want to tune it further.
In the field
Set the cheek riser so your eye lines up naturally behind the scope, adjust the stock length so you are not stretching, and you will find shots become noticeably more consistent. A bipod on the M-LOK rail gives a steady base when you are prone or shooting from cover.
As with any spring sniper, take your time, observe where your BBs land and adjust. Carry a sidearm for close range.
Getting started
Read the manual so you are familiar with the safety and loading. Load the magazine, work the bolt fully back and forward, and fire a few shots at a safe backstop with the hop-up off. Add hop gradually until the BBs fly flat at your usual engagement distance, then zero any optic to match.
Note the hop setting that suits your chosen BB weight so you can return to it, and have the rifle chronographed at your site before play.
Key features
- Ares x Amoeba Striker Tactical 01 spring sniper rifle
- Black finish
- Adjustable cheek riser, butt pad, grip angle and trigger
- M-LOK slots at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock
- Low-profile stealth bolt handle
- Stainless steel cylinder housing
- Adjustable hop-up
- 45-round magazine
- Compatible with the Ares Amoeba Striker line
What’s in the box
- Ares Amoeba Striker Tactical 01 rifle
- Magazine
Compatibility
Uses Ares Amoeba Striker magazines and is listed as compatible with the Striker line of parts and accessories. The M-LOK slots accept standard M-LOK bipods, rail sections and lights. Check the scope mounting rail in the photos before choosing your scope rings. Heavier, good quality BBs give the best accuracy from a spring sniper.
Care and maintenance
Never store the rifle cocked and avoid dry firing. Clean the inner barrel regularly with a rod and patch, and check that the stock, cheek riser and scope mounts are tight before each game, since adjustable parts can work loose.
Wipe the rifle down after wet or muddy games, let it dry naturally and store it in a padded case.
Who is it for?
Players moving into the sniper role, and experienced snipers who want a modern, adjustable spring rifle in classic black with plenty of upgrade options.
Please note: Scope, bipod and BBs are not included. Always wear suitable eye protection when using airsoft replicas.
