In-Depth Review · Updated June 2026
India's first semi-automatic CO₂ air pistol, reviewed by the people who built it. Full specs, real-world accuracy testing, comparison against imported Umarex / SIG / Walther pistols, and a straight answer on whether the ₹25,500 price tag is justified.
View the RX Gen 3 →Quick Verdict
India's best CO₂ pistol under ₹30,000. Nothing else comes close.
Rapid-fire capability, 32-round magazine system, realistic pistol ergonomics — the RX Gen 3 is in a category of one in India.
The Camstar Star RX Gen 3 is India's first and only semi-automatic CO₂-powered air pistol. As the makers of the Star RX Gen 3, we developed it at our Kanpur and Lucknow facilities specifically for Indian shooters who wanted rapid-fire target practice without the legal and administrative burden of a firearms licence. The Gen 3 is the third major iteration of the RX platform — every revision has tightened tolerances, improved the magazine indexing system, and refined the trigger break.
It fires .177 calibre (4.5mm) pellets using standard 12g CO₂ cartridges and feeds from a four-pack of rotary magazines — that is 32 rounds loaded and ready before a reload is needed. For competitive sport shooters working on rapid-fire drills, licensed-firearm owners building muscle memory between range visits, or hobbyists who simply want the most realistic semi-automatic pistol experience legally available in India, this is the gun to own.
The RX Gen 3 is legal across India under Section 45 of the Indian Arms Act, 1959 (amended 2016) — no licence, no registration, no police NOC required. It ships in a hard carry case with magazines, CO₂ cartridges, pellets, holster and cleaning tools — everything you need to start shooting on day one. Free pan-India delivery is included.
Until the Star RX Gen 3 launched, every CO₂ pistol sold in India under ₹30,000 was a single-shot or break-barrel design — you loaded one pellet, fired, then manually reloaded. That works fine for plinking but it is no good for serious practice. Real-world handgun skills — fast follow-up shots, trigger reset discipline, recovery between rounds — can only be built on a platform that cycles the next round automatically. That is exactly what the RX Gen 3 delivers.
With a 32-round magazine capacity loaded across four rotary magazines, you can run an entire IPSC-style drill or a Bullseye string without breaking position to reload. The action cycles in roughly 0.2 seconds between trigger pulls, meaning split times are limited by your finger speed, not the gun. For Indian shooters who cannot easily access live-fire ranges every week, this is the single most useful training tool you can own at this price point.
We get asked this constantly — how does our pistol stack up against established imports like the Umarex Glock 17, SIG Sauer P226 ASP, or Walther PPQ? Honest answer: on the metrics that matter to most buyers in India, the RX Gen 3 wins on value while matching or beating them on performance.
| Feature | Star RX Gen 3 | Umarex Glock 17 | SIG P226 ASP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Action | Semi-auto | Semi-auto (blowback) | Semi-auto |
| Magazine | 32 rounds (4×8) | 18 rounds (BB) | 16 rounds (pellet) |
| Calibre | .177 pellet | 4.5mm BB | .177 pellet |
| Velocity | 350–400 FPS | ~365 FPS | ~480 FPS |
| India price | ₹25,500 | ₹38,000–₹45,000 imported | ₹48,000–₹55,000 imported |
| In-box accessories | Hard case, 4 mags, 2 CO₂, pellets, holster | Soft box, 1 mag | Box, 1 mag |
| India warranty | 1-year direct | None / reseller-dependent | None / reseller-dependent |
| Spare parts in India | Yes — every part stocked | Limited / unavailable | Limited / unavailable |
| Service centre | Lucknow (manufacturer) | None in India | None in India |
The imports are excellent pistols — we have shot them ourselves and they are well engineered. But the combination of a 32-round capacity, full accessory kit, an active India service centre, and a price tag that is roughly half what a fully landed import costs makes the RX Gen 3 the rational choice for an Indian shooter. If you damage a magazine spring or a CO₂ valve seal on an imported pistol in India, the part is usually unobtainable. With the RX Gen 3, we courier it from Lucknow within 48 hours.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibre | .177" (4.5mm) |
| Action | Semi-Automatic CO₂ |
| Magazine Capacity | 32 rounds (8×4 rotary magazines) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 350–400 FPS |
| Muzzle Energy | ≤3 Joules |
| Barrel Length | 4.4 inches |
| Power Source | 12g CO₂ cartridge |
| Shots Per Cartridge | ~40 shots |
| Licence Required | No — legal under Arms Act 1959 |
| Warranty | 12 months manufacturer warranty |
Accuracy at 10 Metres
At a standard 10m target range, the RX Gen 3 consistently groups within a 3–4cm circle once you settle into the trigger. It's not a competition match pistol, but it's more than accurate enough for meaningful target practice and improving your fundamentals.
Trigger Feel
The trigger is crisp with a relatively short reset — ideal for rapid-fire drills. It's double-action on the first shot and single-action thereafter, exactly as you'd expect from a semi-auto platform. No creep, no mushy take-up.
Magazine System
The quad rotary magazine system is the standout feature. Each magazine holds 8 pellets, and you get four in the box — 32 shots loaded at once. Swapping magazines mid-session is smooth and fast. Pre-loading all four before a practice session takes under 2 minutes.
CO₂ Consumption
Expect approximately 40 usable shots per 12g CO₂ cartridge. Velocity drops noticeably after that. Each box of two cartridges (included) gives you roughly 80 shots. Replacement cartridges are widely available and inexpensive.
| Colour Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Titanium | ₹25,500 |
| Coyotatin | ₹26,500 |
| Coyotatin Black | ₹26,500 |
| Camo | ₹26,500 |
| Golden | ₹26,500 |
The RX Gen 3 is built to handle thousands of rounds with minimal upkeep. Wipe the barrel with the included cleaning rod and a felt pellet every 200–300 shots to prevent lead build-up. Remove the magazines after each session and store the pistol with a fresh CO₂ cartridge installed but not pierced — leaving a pierced cartridge in the gun for weeks will eventually dry out the valve seals.
A single drop of high-grade pellgun oil on the CO₂ tip every fifth cartridge keeps the O-rings supple and the seal leak-free. Avoid petroleum-based gun oils on the seals — they will swell rubber. If you ever notice CO₂ escaping audibly when you pierce a cartridge, replace the face seal (we stock them, ₹150).
You will find the Star RX Gen 3 listed by a number of online resellers. We are happy our dealer network is growing — but for most buyers, ordering directly from camstarsports.com is the better choice for four concrete reasons:
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Is the Star RX Gen 3 legal in India without a licence?
Yes. The RX Gen 3 operates at ≤3 joules, well below the 20-joule threshold set by Section 45 of the Indian Arms Act, 1959 (amended 2016). No licence, registration, or police NOC is required anywhere in India. The minimum buyer age is 18.
What is the Star RX Gen 3 price in India in 2026?
The Titanium colour is priced at ₹25,500. All other colour variants — Coyotatin, Coyotatin Black, Camo, and Golden — are priced at ₹26,500. Prices include free pan-India shipping and the full accessory box.
How many shots does one CO₂ cartridge give?
Approximately 40 usable shots per 12g CO₂ cartridge. Two cartridges are included in the box. After 40 shots velocity drops noticeably — that is your cue to swap cartridges.
Can I use any .177 pellets with the RX Gen 3?
Yes, any standard 4.5mm/.177 calibre flat-head, pointed, or domed pellets work. For target shooting we recommend flat-head (wadcutter) pellets — they punch clean round holes in paper for easier scoring.
How does the RX Gen 3 compare to the Star PXi PCP rifle?
They serve different purposes. The RX Gen 3 is a semi-auto pistol optimised for rapid-fire close-range practice. The Star PXi is a PCP rifle built for accuracy at longer distances. For the most realistic handgun experience, choose the RX Gen 3. For long-range precision, the PXi.
How does the Star RX Gen 3 compare to imported CO₂ pistols like the Umarex Glock 17 or SIG P226?
On core specs the RX Gen 3 matches or beats imported semi-auto CO₂ pistols at half the price. Imported pistols typically cost ₹35,000–₹55,000 once customs is added, ship without a hard case or holster, and have no in-country service network. The RX Gen 3 ships in a hard case with 4 magazines, 2 cartridges and pellets, comes with a 1-year India warranty, and is serviced directly from Lucknow.
Why buy directly from camstarsports.com instead of a reseller?
We manufacture the RX Gen 3 ourselves — buying direct gives you the manufacturer warranty, guaranteed genuine spare parts, technical support from our engineers, and the lowest price (no reseller markup). Resellers may have older stock and longer service turnaround.
What is the warranty on the Star RX Gen 3?
12 months manufacturer warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. We also stock every spare part for the RX Gen 3 — magazines, seals, valves, springs — so even out-of-warranty repairs are quick and inexpensive.
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