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12 Best Air Rifles – Rated & Reviewed

Aaron Ross by Aaron Ross
January 19, 2022
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Air rifles are an ideal option for affordable target practice, pest control and to teach a beginner or younger shooter the basics. There are many different models so in the following post I will highlight the best air rifles that are currently available as well as the key information you should know before purchasing.

Included in this post is a detailed guide on things to consider before making your purchase as well.

12 Best Air Rifles

Benjamin Marauder
Benjamin Marauder
Benjamin Marauder
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Diana 350
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Air Arms TX200
Air Arms TX200
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Walther
Walther
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WildCat Whisper
WildCat Whisper
WildCat Whisper
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Ruger 0.177
Ruger 0.177
Ruger 0.177
$149.99
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Hatsan Model 95
Hatsan Model 95
Hatsan Model 95
$159.99
$214.00
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880 Powerline
880 Powerline
880 Powerline
$68.54
$94.99
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Crosman 2100X
Crosman 2100X
Crosman 2100X
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Ruger Targis Hunter
Ruger Targis Hunter
Ruger Targis Hunter
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$210.60
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Benjamin Trail
Benjamin Trail
Benjamin Trail
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1. Benjamin Marauder

Benjamin Marauder

Benjamin Marauder

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Features

  • ALL-WEATHER SYNTHETIC STOCK WITH RAISED COMB - Durable, lightweight, well-balanced
  • MULTI-SHOT, BOLT ACTION, PCP-POWERED - Has built-in pressure gauge and quick-disconnect Foster fitting
  • TWO-STAGE ADJUSTABLE MATCH GRADE TRIGGER SYSTEM - Lever safety
  • 10-ROUND MAGAZINE. The .22 Caliber Air Rifle designed to operate on compressed air as well as CO2
  • DOVETAIL MOUNTING RAIL - For accessories. Also includes sling mounts

This Benjamin Marauder is a highly accurate and lightning-fast air rifle that is hard to beat in terms of quality. A pre-charged pneumatic air rifle that uses 3000 psi. Built into the rifle is a pressure gauge that allows you to check the power when used for extended periods.

It includes a dovetail mount but the sights are not actually attached. Although, this will not hinder your shooting accuracy you could also include a laser scope or red dot sight if you want.

The match-grade trigger can be adjusted in two different stages. Suitable to .17 caliber pellets with a firing speed of 1100 feet per second. There is also the option to use .25 caliber pellets on an 8 shot repeater.

The synthetic stock has an adjustable cheekpiece as well as an ergonomic grip for ease of use. Regardless of your hand orientation, the cheekpiece can be adjusted for both right and left-handed shooters.

As mentioned, there is a gauge in the forearm to measure the usable pressure. When it comes time to refill the reservoir be sure to follow all the necessary safety steps.

Included with the Benjamin Marauder air rifle is a  limited one-year warranty.

Pros

  • Gagged barrel for excellent precision
  • Reversible jolt – switch from right to left side
  • No recoil
  • Quiet
  • Great grip and stability
  • Suitable for hunting small game

Cons

  • Dovetail does not include sights
  • A bit heavy

Why It’s Recommended

Incredibly accurate and high-powered, this air rifle is an amazing purchase. Although fairly expensive the Benjamin Marauder rifle is designed to last and perform again and again.

2. Diana

Diana 350

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Features

  • Caliber: 0.22
  • Velocity: 1000 fps
  • Premium Air Rifle

The Diana is a classically styled air rifle that uses a fixed barrel side cocking system. This is a single-shot rifle with a dark-stained beechwood rifle.

With a pronounced cheekpiece, checkered pistol grip, and front stock this is a quality gun that performs well.

Velocities for the two different calibers include:

  • .177 caliber at 1150 feet per second
  • .22 caliber at 850 feet per second

Due to the high speeds reached at .177 many adults purchase this gun, although achieving accuracy at that speed is incredibly hard.  For this reason, the .22 caliber is generally the best seller and is the gun listed here. Offering power and accuracy this is a smooth rifle to use.

The overall length of this rifle is 43″ and the barrel length is 17.3″, weighing approximately 8 pounds and 8 ounces this is a well-crafted piece.

Cocking this gun is easier than any other spring-loaded gun, although it does offer a fair bit of recoil. A ratchet safety is used to hold the compression chamber until the button on the stock is pressed. Simplistic yet effective.

Pros

  • Powerful and accurate
  • Ergonomic handles
  • Beechwood finish
  • Designed to last a lifetime

Cons

  • Fairly weak scope mounting system

Why It’s Recommended

For precision and power, Diana is excellent. Made from wood this rifle is built to last and will perform exceptionally with each use.

3. Air Arms TX200 MkIII

Air Arms TX200

Air Arms TX200

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Features

  • The Winningest Field Target Spring Gun!

Another high-quality air rifle the Air Arms TX200 is self-powered meaning it is free of any compressed air tanks or charging connectors. Superb quality, this rifle has a worldwide reputation as being one of the best competition rifles.

Smooth to operate, offering full power, and consistent shooting the TX200 is a combination of a few high-quality features. A balanced mainspring, guide, and piston system as well as synthetic bearings to reduce friction work together perfectly.

Reduced friction means less energy is lost and the gun can perform at a higher efficiency as well as making it easier to cock and significantly reducing recoil. Fine-tuned within the TX200 this rifle is top of the range for a reason.

Polished and finished this rifle has a fully checkered sporter stock which adds to the elegant style of this gun.

Caliber .22 the velocity is 755 feet per second, this allows for excellent precision as well as power.

Pros

  • Direct barrel loading Built-in moderator (country dependant)
  • Automatic safety
  • Secondary ‘bear trap’ safety
  • Adjustable two-stage trigger
  • Elegant finish

Cons

  • Price

Why It’s Recommended

Included with the purchase of an Air Arms TX200 is a one-year warranty although the craftsmanship of this rifle is built to last a lifetime.

4. Walther

Walther

Walther

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Features

  • Powered by one 88-gram CO2 cartridge housed in the rear of the stock (CO2 NOT included)
  • Crafted with elegant hardwood formed into a classic straight stock
  • Realistic lever action; Includes 2 rotary pellet clips
  • Shoots .177 caliber pellets at up to 630 fps
  • Front sight adjustable for windage, rear sight adjustable for elevation

The Walther is a spring-piston, underlever single-shot rifle. Another high-quality product, this rifle is well suited to those competing in field target or pest control.

Setting this rifle apart is the trigger that gives you control of the pull weight and travel. The pull weight is adjustable allowing you to adapt and change the air rifle as you please.

Using super silent technology this gun is quiet, especially important for hunting but also good for target practice without disrupting the neighbors.

Featuring 11mm dovetail grooves this is a 37-pound rifle that has an automatic safety lock. Suitable for both hand orientations, this ambidextrous beech stock rifle has twin raised cheekpieces.

The checkered pistol grip and ventilated rubber recoil pad add to the style and overall feel for the gun. No doubt it will be the pride of your gun safe!

Pros

  • Vibration-reduction technology
  • Adjustable 2-stage trigger 
  • Super silent technology
  • Vibration-reduction System 
  • Smooth to operate
  • Ambidextrous 
  • Lifetime warranty

Cons

  • Price

Why It’s Recommended

Included with your purchase of the Walther is a lifetime warranty that speaks volumes of the quality you can expect.

5. Gamo Wildcat

WildCat Whisper

WildCat Whisper

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Features

  • .177 Cal pellet single cocking break barrel, 1300 fps with PBA Platinum
  • The IGT (Inert Gas Technology) is a gas piston that replaces the spring delivering more terminal velocity (1300 fps), less vibration, more consistent power and a constant and smooth cocking effort.
  • This air rifle also features the well known WHISPER noise reduction technology patented by Gamo
  • 4 x 32 Shockproof Scope. Gamo trigger with adjustable second stage. It has a synthetic ambidextrous all-weather stock with a rubber recoil pad. Lightweight design.
  • 1 YEAR WARRANTY. Made In Spain

The Gamo Wildcat is a .177 caliber rifle with a velocity of 1200 feet per second. This is incredibly powerful but you may find it difficult to shoot accurately at such a high speed.

With a noise damper, the noise of this rifle is reduced by roughly 52% when compared with other rifles of this caliber. This feature is not removable but there really isn’t a need to do that.

In addition to the noise damper, there is also a rubber recoil that absorbs and lowers the recoil when using this rifle. The stock is made of synthetic materials that can be used in all types of weather without issue.

When compared with other air rifles the cocking force is light in this power range but this also means it is easy to cock. For this reason, it is well suited to younger shooters and ladies as well.

Pros

  • Single Shot
  • Spring Piston, break barrel design
  • Automatic Cocking Safety system
  • Manual Trigger safety
  • Fluted Polymer Bull barrel
  • Quiet to use
  • Second Stage adjustable SAT™ (Smooth Action Trigger)
  • Twin cheek pads
  • Butt Plate: Ventilated rubber pad for recoil absorption
  • 1-year warranty

Cons

  • The included scope is not the best

Why It’s Recommended

The Gamo Wildcat is a great hunting gun that is silent, powerful, and accurate. With a lighter cocking mechanism, this rifle is good for beginners and ladies who may struggle with other models.

6. Ruger 0.177

Ruger 0.177

Ruger 0.177

$179.99
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Features

  • Spring powered break barrel action
  • Sleek, ambidextrous hardwood stock fits both right- and left-handed shooters
  • Shoots .177 caliber pellets at up to 1200 fps
  • Features fiber optic sights, a comfortable grip, an automatic safety and a rubber recoil pad
  • Includes a 4x32mm air rifle scope and scope mounting rings

A .177 caliber rifle the Ruger is a top-rated rifle in this price range. It presents great value for money so if you are budget restricted then this might be the rifle for you.

This pellet rifle is a spring-piston, single-stroke break barrel gun made for an all-weather composite polymer.

Suitable for both right and left-handed users this has checkered grip areas in both the grip and forearm on both sides.

Velocity is 1000 feet per second and this along with the fiber optic sight helps with target acquisition and accuracy.

The ruggedness of the Blackhawk Rifle is enhanced with the blue metal finish as well as the rubber recoil pad to reduce the kick.

Pros

  • Suited to all weather conditions
  • Open fiber optic sights
  • 4 x magnification scope included
  • Affordable
  • Powerful

Cons

  • Big Recoil even though it has a rubber pad

Why It’s Recommended

The Ruger presents great value for money for those wanting a powerful and accurate rifle without a high price tag. Well suited for beginners, target practice, and small pests this rifle won’t disappoint.

7. Hatsan Model 95

Hatsan Model 95

Hatsan Model 95

$214.00
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Features

  • .22 caliber; Single shot; Break barrel; Spring piston; Quattro Trigger - 2-stage fully adjustable match trigger
  • High quality, genuine Turkish walnut stock – with ambidextrous design; Precision rifled German steel barrel
  • Grooved dovetail receiver for 11mm scope mounts; Includes 3-9x32 Optima scope & rings
  • Max Velocity* – Lead-Free Pellets – .177 cal – 1300 FPS, .22 cal – 1000 FPS, .25 cal – 750 FPS Max Velocity* – Lead Pellets – .177 cal – 1100 FPS, .22 cal – 800 FPS, .25 cal – 700 FPS Max Muzzle Energy** – .177 cal – 20 FPE, .22 cal – 21 FPE, .25 cal – 24 FPE
  • * Velocity results may vary due to pellet weight, pellet shape, pellet material, temperature, elevation, as well as other factors ** Energy results may vary due to pellet weight, pellet shape, pellet material, temperature, elevation, as well as other factors

The Hatsan Model 95 is a .22 caliber rifle that is affordable yet good quality. With a Turkish walnut stock, this is a break barrel single-shot air rifle.

The precision rifled steel barrel has an integrated muzzle brake as well as automatic safety and an anti-bear trap mechanism.

A textured grip and forearm have been molded into the polymer synthetic stock. Built into the design is a rubber recoil shoulder pad to absorb and reduce vibrations from the recoil.

This high-powered rifle has a maximum velocity of 1000 feet per second with alloy and 800 feet per second with lead.

The open sights use Trego fiber optics and the rear sight is fully adjustable. A 2 stage adjustable Quattro trigger adds to the quality of this rifle.

Pros

  • Good quality open sights
  • Simple security lever
  • Affordable
  • Powerful and accurate

Cons

  • The rifle is fairly loud

Why It’s Recommended

The Hatsan Model 95 is a high-quality yet affordable air rifle that packs power and precision. The Turkish walnut stock adds to the feel and looks of this gun and although quite heavy it performs well.

8. Daisy 880 Powerline

880 Powerline

880 Powerline

$94.99
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Features

  • 880 air rifle kit includes safety glasses, 4x15-millimeter scope with rings, 500 Daisy pellets, and 750 BBs
  • Multi-pump pneumatic rifle .177 Cal BB or pellet
  • Wood-grained Monte Carlo stock and forearm
  • Shoots BBs 750 feet per second; shoots pellets 715 feet per second
  • 50 shot BB capacity

The Daisy 880 Powerline Kit is a popular entry-level air rifle that comes in a kit including safety glasses, a scope, pellets, and BBS all at an affordable price. The ideal young or beginners shooters rifle makes for a fun and cheap plinking gun.

This is a multi-pump pneumatic rifle of a .177 caliber that shoots BBs at 750 feet per second or pellets at 715 feet per second. The rifle has a BB capacity of 50.

A wood-grained, molded Monte Carlo stock and forearm, this rifle is a single load gun that requires three pumps for target practice and up to ten pumps for maximum velocity.

Suitable for pest control the scope included is adjustable for both windage and elevation. Using a cross-hair reticle it is fog-proof, shockproof and color corrected.

Pros

  • Shoot up to 291 yards
  • Variable power options
  • BBs and pellets included
  • Safety glasses included
  • Lightweight
  • Pre pumping provides variable velocities and distances

Cons

  • Can be difficult to load pellets and BBs
  • Pumping between shots can become tiresome.

Why It’s Recommended

A great entry-level air rifle, the Daisy 880 Powerline Kit is the ideal gift for a young shooter or someone interested in starting. The kit includes the rifle,  4×15 scope, PrecisionMax 750 count BB tin, PrecisionMax 500 pellet tin, as well as shooting glasses.

9. Crosman 2100X Classic

Crosman 2100X

Crosman 2100X

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Features

  • Durable water resistant, synthetic design in brown with rifled steel barrel
  • Variable control from 400 fps to 800 fps
  • Compatible with .177 caliber pellets or traditional steel BBs (pellets and BBs not included)
  • Crossbolt safety to ensure proper and safe handling
  • 4x15mm scope to stay on target

The Crosman 2100X is a versatile, well-made gun that uses a multi-pump pneumatic shooting mechanism.

One of the great features of this rifle is that the reservoir can store 200 BB rounds meaning reloading is significantly reduced. This rifle can also shoot pellets although you will need to load them one at a time.

The stock is made from a synthetic material that has a metal receiver, this makes it lightweight yet efficient. Synthetic materials mean they will withstand all weather conditions including humid climates.

With a textured grip and forearm, this provides friction and prevents slippage when aiming. A rubber butt pad is incorporated into the design to reduce the kickback and make it comfortable for extended target practice.

This rifle produces a medium velocity and can realistically and accurately shoot up to 30 yards. Suitable for target shooting, plinking, or small pests such as birds.

The gun is very quiet- there are yet to be complaints about noise from this gun. Great for pest control but even better for keeping your neighbors happy.

Pros

  • Included with the purchase is a 4×15 precision scope
  • Easy to use
  • Lightweight
  • Made in the USA
  • Great fiber optic sight
  • Accurate
  • Quiet

Cons

  • Pumping action is tiresome and takes time to learn

Why It’s Recommended

Crosman 2100X performs very well especially considering the low price. For a fun BB/pellet combination this air rifle is a great choice.

10. Ruger Targis Hunter

Ruger Targis Hunter

Ruger Targis Hunter

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Features

  • Designed with the outdoorsman in mind and was made for getting out in the woods; Features an ergonomic all-weather stock
  • Stock features checkered rubber inserts for a sure grip in hot or cold, wet or dry; Fitted with a comfortable rubber recoil butt pad. Sling studs matched with an included adjustable nylon sling
  • Features the Umarex exclusive integral Nucleus Rail Platform engineered to reduce scope movement and vibration, preserving its zero shot after shot; Includes 3-9x32mm adjustable objective air rifle scope
  • The 5-chamber SilencAir sound dampener is permanently affixed to the air rifle to reduce down range noise and maximize stealth
  • Features a TNT (Turbo Nitrogen Technology) power system

The Ruger Targis Hunter is a .22 Caliber pellet gun that is a good hunting rifle. Included with the purchase is an adjustable fiber optic rear sight as well as a fixed front sight for improved accuracy.

The scope included with this rifle is a 4 x 32 that is great for improving your accuracy with medium-distance shots.

High velocity and high impact air rifle pellets can reach speeds of 1000 feet per second depending on the weight and build. This gun also has a silent air noise damper which really does minimize the noise when shooting.  The damper is due to a non-removable suppressor that has five chambers to reduce the muzzle noise.

Relatively easy to cock compared with other models in this price range, it is a break barrel making reloading easy. The stock is suitable for all weather conditions and the trigger is a 2 stage adjustable.

Pros

  • Quiet
  • Accurate scope included
  • Suited to all weather conditions
  • Easy to load

Cons

  • Quite heavy
  • Powerful recoil

Why It’s Recommended

The Ruger Targis Hunter is an impressive rifle for this price range, the power and accuracy make it well suited to hunting as target practice.

11. Benjamin Trail

Benjamin Trail

Benjamin Trail

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Features

  • WOOD STOCK AND FOREGRIP
  • RIFLED STEEL BARREL
  • .25-CALIBER SENDS PELLETS UP TO 900 fps
  • 3-9 x 40 mm SCOPE INCLUDED
  • GREAT FOR SMALL GAME HUNTING

The Benjamin Trail is a break barrel rifle available in two different calibers. The first is a .177 caliber and the second is a .22 caliber. Depending on which model you choose pellets can reach speeds of 1200 feet per second and 800 feet per second respectively.

Working by a gas piston produces ample pressure to shoot the petals. Gas pistons are known to produce less recoil, are more silent, and are easier to cock.

Durable hardwood means this gun handles shock well, although it is on the heavy side. With an adjustable two-stage trigger this rifle is suited to both left and right-hand orientations and also has an ergonomic thumbhole stock.

Included with the purchase is an unmounted CenterPoint optic 4 x 32 scope and mount although it doesn’t include open sights.

Pros

  • Gas piston mechanism
  • Quiet, fewer vibrations, and smooth to operate than other rifles
  • Durable, strong build
  • Ambidextrous
  • Great for small game hunting

Cons

  • Quite heavy to use

Why It’s Recommended

Overall the Benjamin Trail is a well-made, durable rifle that will stand the test of time. Available in two different calibers this rifle uses a gas piston mechanism making it much quieter and smoother to operate than other rifles.

12. Crosman Pneumatic

Crosman M4-177

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Features

Part Number M4-177-N
Model M4-177-N
Warranty LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY
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The Crosman Pneumatic is a popular and very budget-friendly rifle that is best suited to a beginner or young shooter.

A variable pump air rifle that has the capacity to shoot .177 caliber pellets and reach speeds of 600 feet per second or 625 feet per second with BBs and at the maximum pump.

This rifle needs to be pumped, 3-10 pumps will fire a pellet but the more you can do the faster the velocity. It becomes fairly difficult to pump after the 5th or 6th time.

With a completely removable magazine, storing your pellets or BBs in it makes for quick reloading.

Compatible with the majority of accessories on the market, this gun has Picatinny rails.

Pros

  • Safe and easy to use
  • Lightweight
  • Fast pellet/BB velocity
  • Reservoir capacity of 350 BBs

Cons

  • Quite noisy

Why It’s Recommended

The Crosman Pneumatic is a great entry-level air rifle, well suited to younger shooters, ladies, and beginner shooters. At a very affordable price, it is hard to overlook this air rifle.

What Types of Air-Rifles are There?

When purchasing an air gun there are three options – pneumatic air rifle, spring-powered air rifle, and CO2-powered air rifle.

Pneumatic Air-Rifles

Powered by a pumping lever, after firing a shot you need to manually pump the rifle between 5 to 10 times. These rifles can shoot pellets and bbs

These are the type of air rifle that is powered by a pumping level that pumps air into its chamber. After each shot, you need to manually pump the rifle about 5 to 10 times. This type of rifle will enable you to shoot pellets and bbs.

Pros

  • Affordable
  • Ideal for target shooting or plinking
  • Suitable for pest control
  • Can alter the speed (feet per second)
  • Safer than a semi-automatic rifle
  • Great beginners gun – especially for younger kids

Spring Powered Air-Rifles

Spring-powered air rifles are most commonly used for pest control and small game hunting. This is because they are easy to use, pack a lot of power, and are accurate. Using a spring that compresses in the chamber, there are three different spring designs to consider.

  • Side Lever  – Cocking lever is on the right side of the air rifle.
  • Underlever – Cocking lever is underneath the gun barrel. To cock this you need to pull down the lever that opens the breach.
  • Break Barrel – The barrel is hinged and pulling the barrel down will cock the spring.

Pros

  • Powerful
  • Easy to use
  • Low to no maintenance

CO2 Powered Air-Rifles

These are the more affordable air guns on the market and use compressed gas or cartridge to fire the gun. This type is not as powerful as a spring or pump-powered rifle and the CO2 cartridges need to be replaced.

Pros

  • No pump action required
  • 1x 12gm cartridge will provide 50 shots before needing to be replaced or refilled.

Best Air Rifle Buyers Guide

There are a few key things to consider and understand about pellet guns before purchasing. In the following, all key considerations are examined to help you make an informed purchase.

Caliber

When it comes to understanding an air rifle, knowing the caliber it uses as well as the shooting velocity is pretty important. Along with this, it pays to understand the material composition, power source mechanism, if it can be adapted with different accessories, the safety features, the price of the pellets, and the legalities behind owning one.

Purchasing an air gun means you should be well aware of any hazards as well as any cons that come along with it

Power Mechanism

Generally, air guns are either pneumatic, spring piston powered or CO2 powered.

Pneumatic

Using stored pneumatic potential energy that is pressurized and compressed within the gun. Upon pulling the trigger this energy is released through valves that fire the ammunition.

Pneumatic guns can come pre-charged meaning the reservoir is filled from an external source with a high-pressure hand pump or through a dive cylinder. The other method is pump pneumatic which means with a single stroke and multi-stroke guns an on-board pump is used to pressurize the air in the internal reservoir.

Spring Piston

These function by way of a coil spring-loaded piston pump that is contained within a compression chamber. Before firing, the gun needs to be cocked which drives the pump piston backward and compresses the spring until its rear engages in the sear.

Once the trigger is pulled this disengages the sear, allowing the spring to release the elastic potential energy stored. This pushes the piston forward which compresses the air into the pump cylinder.

CO2 Powered

These air guns use a pre-filled and removable CO2 gas cylinder that powers the gun. Similar to pneumatic guns but different in the sense that CO2 guns can offer repeated shots in a compact package. There is no need to cock the gun between shots.

CO2-powered guns are commonly used for paintball guns as well as training guns as the ammunition is relatively inexpensive and safe to use.

Intended Use for the Air Gun

There are a few different uses for air rifles with the most common being for hunting small game such as rodents and pests. The secondary use of air rifles is an affordable way for target shooting practice. This is because air rifle pellets are significantly cheaper than ammunition. The third way to use a rifle is for plinking which includes shooting targets such as cans.

Expected Shooting Distance

Rifles are divided into light, medium, high, and super high power which means you can select your rifle based on how far you hope to shoot. The following shows the distance achieved when performing at their best with the following four rifles:

  • Light powered rifle  = 35 yards
  • Medium powered rifle = 50 yards
  • High powered rifle = 60 yards
  • Super high powered rifle = 80 yards

From this breakdown, choosing the right rifle for what you want to use it for is easier. Generally, super high-powered rifles are recommended as they offer a great range as well as other features.

Budget

There are rifles that are suited to all different budgets so finding one that matches your needs and price range won’t be too hard. The more expensive rifles are CO2 powered whereas the spring piston rifles can be bought at a fairly low price. The other thing about spring piston rifles is that they require very little maintenance.

What’s the Best Air-Rifle Accessories?

Once you buy the rifle there can be a few other things to add to it to make it even better. These include:

  • Scope
  • Targets & traps
  • Chronographs
  • Safety glasses & goggles
  • Clips & loaders
  • Grips
  • Green Gas
  • CO2 cartridges

As well as these accessories you could also consider a cleaning kit and some maintenance tools.

While all of the listed accessories are not required there are a few I would strongly recommend. The first is the scope, this is important to get your aim right which will lead to increased shooting accuracy.

Chronographs are a good way to understand how fast your pellets are firing, they read the speed in feet per second.

Glasses and goggles are important for safety purposes and to prevent any injuries whether accidental or on purpose. Grips are also good for giving you a firm grip on the rifle when shooting.

Legislation

This changes from state to state and country to country. The laws will be different from one jurisdiction to the next so be sure to check your countries laws before purchasing. There may be minimum ages for both sales and possessions as well as ammunition. In some states, there may also be permits and background checks to own an air rifle.

What Can You Shoot with an Air Rifle?

Air rifles are an affordable and fun way to practice shooting but they are most commonly used for hunting small game such as rodents and other pests.

Target Shooting

Using paper or tin cans, using an air rifle is a great way to practice your aim and accuracy. Strategically place your targets and challenge your accuracy and skills. A great way to introduce people to shooting and having fun.

If you don’t have access to a club to practice then your backyard is fine. For those who choose this option, you’ll also need to purchase or make an effective backstop. This could be from brick, soft soil, or even stones. The key thing is that it stops the pellets from traveling any further and potentially harming your neighbor or animals.

Live Quarry Shooting

Considered pests, landowners can give permission for those with air rifles to come and shoot these animals. Generally, pests that destroy crops including squirrels, rabbits, minks, rats, and stoats can easily be killed with an air rifle.

Hunting pests can benefit both landowners and the state in a few key ways:

  • Conserve and protect the fauna and flora
  • Prevent the spread of disease
  • To prevent damage to crops
  • Prevent damage to livestock

With other animals, such as foxes, deer, and ducks you need to ensure it is the right season and generally need to have your license.

Before hunting it is advised that you are familiar and confident with your air rifle. Be sure to practice as much as possible on live targets to improve your accuracy and aim.

Air Rifles and a Clean Kill

Hunting pests still need to be done in the most humane way possible which can be achieved with the following tips.

  • Kill mammals by targeting the temporal area which is located at the side of its head.
  • Birds are best shot in the head, although this can be difficult so the breast or under the body is good too.
  • Ensure your scope is clear before shooting.
  • Do not pick up and handle any dead pests as they may be carrying disease- especially rodents.

Bottom Line

Air rifles are a great gun to have for beginners or those looking to improve their target practice and accuracy. Ideal for pest control, many people use air rifles to hunt rodents and other pests out of their property. There are many different models to choose from so take your time to read through the reviews before making a decision.

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