The Avanti Valiant CZ 200 T PCP Air Rifle is a well-regarded entry-to-mid-level PCP target rifle originally produced through a collaboration between Česká zbrojovka and Air Arms. It’s essentially the target version of the CZ200/AA S200 platform and was marketed in some regions as the “Avanti Valiant.”
Key Specs
Calibre: .177 (4.5mm)
Action: PCP (Pre-Charged Pneumatic)
Use: 10m target shooting / training
Power output: Around 7.5 joules (target configuration)
Barrel: Precision rifled barrel with choke
Stock: Adjustable beech target stock on many versions
Shot count: Typically 60–80 consistent shots per fill depending on setup
Why shooters still like it
The CZ200/Avanti platform has a strong reputation for:
Excellent accuracy for the price
Very light recoil and smooth shot cycle
Easy servicing and tuning
Superb beginner competition rifle
Good trigger adjustability
A lot of club shooters and junior target shooters started with these because they comply well with ISSF-style training use.
Things to know before buying
It’s single-shot only
Older rifles may need:
regulator seals
reservoir O-rings
fill probe seals
Many examples are now discontinued/used-market rifles
Some variants were sold under:
CZ200T
Avanti Valiant
Best pellets often used
Popular matches for this rifle:
JSB Exact RS
RWS R10 Match
Air Arms Diabolo Field