Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Hatsan Striker Edge | Optimum combination of aiming characteristics and cost |
2 | Umarex Hammerli Hunter Force 600 Combo | The best build quality. Fiberglass filaments on the scope and optics included |
3 | Hatsan 125 magnum | The presence of a fuse. Nozzle for light cocking |
4 | Crosman 2100B | Can shoot lead bullets and steel balls. Dovetail plank |
5 | SPA PR 900W | 9-round magazine. Best rate of fire |
6 | Gamo Delta Fox | Buyer's choice for sports and entertainment |
7 | Baikal MP 515 Barracuda | The most powerful license-free pneumatics |
8 | Kral Smersh 125 N-04 | Reinforced fracture. Pistol grip |
9 | GAMO Black Cat 1400 | High quality components. Gas spring available |
10 | Baikal MP 60 | Best price. Attractive exterior design |
The air rifle is a small arms license-free weapon. Of course, you won’t be able to go for a serious beast with pneumatics, but you can completely satisfy the hunting instinct and enjoy hunting small game with the help of such a rifle.
The review presents the best models of inexpensive air rifles on the Russian market. When compiling the rating, the characteristics of the guns were taken into account, as well as the experience of the owners who use these models for both entertainment and hunting.
TOP 10 best air rifles
10 Baikal MP 60
Country: Russia
Average price: 4990 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
A very compact and lightweight pneumatic model (IZH) Baikal MP 60 has proven itself to be the best option for mastering the skills of using this type of weapon. As with other rifles up to 7.5 kJ, the presented gun can be used without a license. The initial bullet speed is 150 m / s. quite enough for amateur hunting for small animals or just target shooting.
With a total gun length of only 790 mm, the barrel caliber is 450 mm, which contributes to better accuracy at a firing range of up to 100 m. The presence of a mechanical fuse in this pneumatic minimizes the risk of an unintentional shot. The reloading of this gun is carried out by juggling the side lever. In general, this inexpensive model deserves a lot of positive reviews, which note the successful combination of appearance and performance.
9 GAMO Black Cat 1400
Country: Spain
Average price: 21590 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
The Spanish-made pneumatic rifle comes with a scope and is of the best build quality. Black Cat weighs only 2.8 kg - the pneumatics turned out to be light due to the plastic butt with a rubber butt pad. The steel barrel of the gun is covered with a plastic cover on top, giving the weapon a more menacing look. The 32mm optical sight lens improves accuracy and accuracy of fire. For the middle price category, it has a fairly high power, since a 33 mm piston is used.
Pneumatics, especially against the background of many professional models, are inexpensive, and at the same time they do not give in to top-end rifles at all.It can be used without a license and is great for hunting. In this case, it is possible to install a more efficient gas spring. In comparison with another series of this manufacturer - Black maxxim - it has almost identical characteristics, but it costs almost half as much.
8 Kral Smersh 125 N-04
Country: Turkey
Average price: 7590 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.6
Air rifle from the Turkish company Kral for sports competitions, hunting or home use. Durable plastic reliably protects the trigger and spring, made of high-strength steel, from external influences and corrosion. Reinforced metal pins inserted at the fracture site prevent malfunctions. Pneumatics is equipped with a bracket for attaching additional optics. The hand practically does not get tired when shooting due to the minimum pressure, which is due to the pistol grip and the ergonomic shape of the stock. With a weight of 2.85 kg, the rifle fits easily in the hand.
A relatively inexpensive gun with its power has a short butt length, which is not very convenient for tall people. The advantage is the ability to use the Kral Smersh without a license when hunting small game - the speed of the bullet allows you to effectively hit targets at medium distances.
7 Baikal MP 515 Barracuda
Country: Russia
Average price: 11970 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
The single-shot air rifle Baikal MP 515 Barracuda was created on the basis of the popular hunting model MP 513M.The changes affected only the twisted spring, the replacement of which made it possible to reduce the power of the gun to 7.5 kJ, which is permissible for operation without a license. At the same time, the manufacturer did not reduce the cost of the main components and mechanisms designed for high power. The presented weapon features an improved security system, including a trigger safety, which is removed manually before each shot.
A step mechanism mounted inside the stock of the rifle provides a safe cocking of the reinforced spring. The shape of the wooden stock, made of solid birch, allows the gun to lie comfortably and confidently in the hand. The owners of the Baikal MP 515 Barracuda pneumatics note the high build quality, optimal strength and accuracy of shots.
6 Gamo Delta Fox
Country: Spain
Average price: 9790 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
When it comes to recreational and sport shooting guns that can be used without a license, many people prefer the inexpensive 4.5 caliber Gamo Delta Fox airgun. This rifle is presented in an ergonomic design and has a very comfortable butt shape with special grooves for a secure grip and a cushion to dampen recoil. The gun is actuated by breaking the barrel, for safety a safety is provided.
Optimum shooting accuracy is achieved through high-precision adjustment of the front sight and rail. The presence of a landing base in this air rifle allows you to easily install any optics. Since this model cannot boast of the best range and flight power, it is hardly suitable for serious hunting. Her forte is entertainment.
5 SPA PR 900W
Country: China
Average price: 14168 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
The SPA PR 900W rifle presented in our rating is one of the most inexpensive in the class of PCP pneumatics. Despite the affordable cost, the model is distinguished by a decent build quality and the main parts and components used in the production. The length of the product is 0.95 m with a weight of 2.27 kg, which is a significant plus for this type of weapon.
This air rifle comes with a detachable nine-shot drum and rail, which makes it possible to carry out full-fledged shots, both in series and single shots. The average speed of the bullet in this case will be at the level of 274 m / s. Comfortable and secure holding of the rifle is provided by a wooden stock made of German beech. The only minor drawback of this model, according to users, is the presence of high pressure in the tank, designed for a volume of 100 cm3.
4 Crosman 2100B
Country: USA
Average price: 8170 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
Inexpensive pneumatics made in the USA of multi-compression type. With a standard caliber of 4.5 mm, it can shoot both steel balls of this diameter and lead bullets (which is preferable). It weighs just over 2 kg. This was achieved due to the fact that the forearm and buttstock were made of plastic with impact-resistant properties. The sight is open, has a light-accumulative thread, which improves the clarity of shooting in low light. Pneumatics is additionally equipped with a dovetail mount, which allows you to install a collimator or optical sight.
The main advantage of this air rifle is the comparative cheapness due to the high quality of the materials used and excellent assembly. It can be used both for hunting and for entertainment, including for sports shooting. The recoil is minimal, the optics are secure, do not move out, the gun is completely autonomous in operation and can be used without a license.
3 Hatsan 125 magnum
Country: Turkey
Average price: 17990 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
The spring-piston 125 model of the Magnum air rifle from the well-known Turkish manufacturer Hatsan attracts connoisseurs of weapons not only with a presentable appearance, but also with the best technical characteristics. The presented gun demonstrates excellent range and power. The barrel of the rifle is made of high-quality steel, has 10 cuts and a nozzle that makes it easier to cock the weapon. The stock and grip are made of high-strength plastic, so the 120 cm gun weighs just over 3.5 kg.
An adjustable rail and a front sight equipped with light-accumulative threads, which facilitates aiming in the dark, are responsible for the maximum accuracy of the shot in this pneumatic. To prevent an accidental shot while hunting, this model has an automatic fuse.
2 Umarex Hammerli Hunter Force 600 Combo
Country: USA (manufactured in Germany and China)
Average price: 13770 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
Inexpensive pneumatic gun, given the presence of an optical sight and a butt made of natural wood (solid beech).It is noteworthy that this rifle is assembled under license from Umarex USA in China and Germany. With a weight of 3.22 kg and a length of 1.1 m, it has a standard caliber of 4.5 mm. It can also be used for hunting small game, but is more often used for target shooting, entertainment. Single-shot pneumatics are equipped with reliable weapon mechanisms, which are appreciated by users all over the world.
This rifle is protected from mechanical damage thanks to a special varnish coating. To prevent slipping in the hands, figured notches are made on the tree. Recoil is minimal, despite the rather impressive weight. Fiberglass threads on the rib and front sight increase the accuracy of the shot, especially in poor visibility.
1 Hatsan Striker Edge
Country: Turkey
Average price: 8490 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
More and more pneumatic fans prefer the high-quality low-cost model Hatsan Straiker Edge. With a weight of 2.9 kg, which is ensured by the design features of the plastic butt, this gun demonstrates an impressive shot force of 305 m / s. The presented rifle is also distinguished by high accuracy, which is due to the rifled barrel. For the convenience of the sight, the presence of fiberglass threads is provided.
The efficiency of shooting with this pneumatic weapon can be significantly increased if you install high-quality optics on the 11 mm bar provided for this. The combination of an attractive price and the best performance makes the Hatsan Straiker Edge rifle highly popular among fans of sport shooting and small game hunting.