15 best air guns

Pneumatic pistols - a special group of traumatic weapons, whose work is based on the use of compressed gas. Such models have gained great popularity relatively recently: previously, they were used only as entertainment weapons in shooting galleries and similar institutions. Decisive role in the promotion of "pneumas" played the possibility of free sale and purchase - for some pistols, the power of which does not exceed a certain threshold, you do not need to purchase an additional license. Until recently (until the tightening of laws on self-defense), they were widely used as an alternative to stun guns and pepper spray cans for self-defense.

The market of pneumatic pistols is full of models of different price categories, not all of which can boast of high quality and good performance characteristics. Having carefully studied this topic, we selected for you the best air pistols that meet high quality standards. The final list was formed based on the following criteria:

1. consumer feedback on experience of use;
2. opinion of experts and professionals in the field of airguns;
3. evaluation of performance set;
4. value for money.

The best rifled pneumatic guns

A rifle is not only machine guns or the muzzle of tanks. The technology is also used in the manufacture of pneumatic guns. This allows you to significantly increase the speed of flight of the bullet, as well as balance it in flight, and this makes it possible to conduct more accurate, aimed shooting. The cuts are made inside the barrel, and thanks to them, the bullet gets a rotational motion on the departure. These pistols are somewhat more expensive, but the accuracy and speed of shooting from them is much higher.

5 Gletcher TT-P

TT, or Tula Tokarev deserves the title of the best gun. He stood and continues to be in service with many countries, even in spite of a rather old age. And here we have in front of him almost an exact copy, adjusted for a pneumatic design. The license for the purchase of this gun is not needed, since the slaughter capacity of it does not exceed 3 J., which, according to regulations, is not subject to mandatory licensing.

In this case, this model has a relatively high speed of the projectile - 120 meters. This is not the maximum on the market, but not the minimum. Also, the benefits include the cost. Only 4 with a little thousand rubles, which is not so much for a rifled gun. But as for the shortcomings, here is the capacity of the store. Only 15 charges, despite the fairly roomy butt.The bottom line is that you have to divide the useful space with a gas cylinder, which, by the way, is very economical, thanks to the acceleration of the bullet with a rifled barrel.

4 Gletcher M712

Before us is a replica of the legendary Mauser. Not the most aesthetically beautiful weapons that were in service with Germany and several other countries. Manufacturers have tried to take into account the actual characteristics of the weapon and repeat them in their product. For example, the barrel breech is completely identical here, as is the handle, which many shooters consider to be not entirely comfortable.

As for the technical aspects, this is a rather fast pistol with 18 bullets in the store. The caliber is standard - 4.5 millimeters, and the initial flight speed is 110 kilometers per hour. This is not so much, but it should be understood that we have a rifle in front of us, and the accuracy of shooting here is improved. Although, according to the developers themselves, it does not exceed a distance of 10 meters. Simply put, according to the characteristics it is quite an average pistol, but its main merit is its maximum identity. All aspects that could be taken into account were realized here, and it differs from the real Mauser unless it is an unusual store, without which it is impossible to do with airguns.

3 MP 654K

One of the most popular pneumatic pistols variation, which has an amazing resemblance to the original "Makarov." The main and, perhaps, the only significant difference (it’s an advantage) of this model over others is the possibility of modernization in a purely home environment. Moreover, this setting makes it possible to significantly change (how to improve, and vice versa, worsen) operational characteristics. The speed of a bullet fired from a stock pistol is 125 meters per second, which causes low power and, consequently, the possibility of selling the MP 654K without a permit. This model is worth a lot, but the price fully reflects the reliability of this variation of the legendary weapon.

Advantages:

• high degree of reliability;
• proven design;
• external similarity with the original Makarov pistol.

Disadvantages:

• high price;
• mediocre power.

2 Walther CP88 Competition

German pistol with a rifled barrel, characterized by typically high quality. This is not a simple weapon for self-defense, but a premium copy that fully justifies the funds invested in its purchase. Characteristics are not the most top, but they, oddly enough, are secondary. The fact is that the bulk of the cost of "Walter" consists of the materials used in the creation, as well as the visual component. What to say - the gun looks, if not perfect, then very close to it.

Of the advantages and features should be allocated an elongated rifled barrel, giving the bullet a good starting speed (130 meters per second) and a clear direction. Thus, we have not so much a defense as a display case of a pistol, fascinating, above all, with its appearance.

Advantages:

• availability of high quality metal and wooden parts;
• good (although not outstanding) performance;
• premium appearance.

Disadvantages:

• high price.

1 Umarex Beretta 92 FS 4.5

The rifled premium segment does not end at the Walther CP88 Competition alone. Umarex Beretta 92 FS 4.5 is an even more interesting air pistol, which is considered one of the best (if not the best) in the world. Absolutely everything has this - both the formidable appearance of the metal case, and the moderate characteristics of the shot, the reliability of the mechanism itself and, of course, the quality of performance.

Indicators of accuracy and firing range are impressive.If the first criterion is determined largely by the skill of the shooter, then the second is a passport indicator. And here the overlap is detected: contrary to the stated 250 meters, the measurements of the distance of the bullet by the users showed results exceeding this value by 150 meters. Worthy result, considering not the highest speed of firing.

Advantages:

• high quality workmanship;
• optimal performance;
• excellent firing range;
• preservation of all the features of the original "Beretta".

Disadvantages:

• the starting speed of the bullet barely reaches 120 meters per second.

The best air guns for self-defense

Airguns are used for both sports or amateur shooting, and for self-defense. The bottom line is that it does not need a license, and the enemy will not be able to inflict any serious injuries. Here the psychological factor works to a greater degree, which means that the weapon should be as reliable and formidable as possible. That is, manufacturers are trying to either reliably copy real pistols, or produce models that look as stern as possible. As practice shows, in most cases one type of such a pistol is enough for the conflict to end.

5 Borner Z122

If you need a pneumatic pistol for self-defense, and you are looking for the most formidable weapon that can scare one away with your appearance, then this model is for you. We have before us a copy, or practically a copy of the German Sig Sauer pistol, which is in service with the police and armed forces of Germany.

In reality, a deadly weapon, and in the pneumatic form factor - an awesome and formidable gun. But not only the appearance of this weapon can attract a buyer. Specifications here are also at altitude. For example, the initial flight speed of a bullet is 110 kilometers, which, in the absence of cutting in the barrel, allows accurate shooting at a distance of up to 10-12 meters. But the main advantage here is still the price. It is the cheapest, or at least one of the cheapest air pistols on the market, and by this quality it deserves the attention of buyers.

4 Stalker spm

The appearance of the Makarov pistol is familiar to everyone. This truly legendary weapon constantly flashes in feature films and various chronicles. Definitely, this is the most recognizable weapon from Russia, and now the Chinese manufacturers have decided to release another reliable replica.

From the real pistol of the Makarov system, it is distinguished only by the label on the barrel that the manufacturer holds. Everything else is done with maximum confidence. In addition, it is quite a formidable weapon, because despite the standard 3 joules of power, the initial speed of a bullet is 120 kilometers per hour, which allows accurate shooting at a distance of 20 meters or more. For airguns with a smooth barrel this is quite a lot. Well, we must not forget about, probably, the main advantage of this model is a roomy store. 20 bullets in one charge. This is quite a lot for a gun, especially with such a relatively small form.

3 Steel storm umarex

Model of the gun, which differs, above all, the original appearance. The handle with the magazine is located closer to the middle than it looks very much like a semi-automatic weapon (like the MAS-10). Performance characteristics are not bad, but they do not reach the level of additional license. The speed of the fired bullet reaches 130 meters per second.

The peculiarity of Steel Storm Umarex lies in the fact that it can be improved practically at home, which is called “on the knee”. The benefit of the manuals and additional details for it is enough - from customized body parts to a reinforced spring. And the price in relation to the characteristics is very good.

Advantages:

• good accuracy of shooting;
• recharging takes little time;
• two gas cylinders included;
• low price.

Disadvantages:

• a large number of plastic parts;
• The firing mode selector is inconvenient to use.

2 Aniks A101 MS

"Brother" of the Belgian High Power, a model that is on the verge of permissible for the free sale of power. Equipped with a self-pickup system, so that the first shot can be made immediately after the pistol is removed from the safety catch. The magazine holds 15 cartridges of 4.5 millimeters caliber. The initial speed of the bullet is 150 meters per second. The pulse produced by the shot is quite enough to injure the attacker, the degree of seriousness of which completely depends on the distance. A good model for self-defense of Russian production, besides, supported by a low price.

Advantages:

• good range of a shot (about 200 meters);
• spacious store;
• low cost;
• availability of self-cocking system.

Disadvantages:

• total weight is just under one kilogram.

1 Crosman C31

Model air gun, created in the United States. The main difference between the Crosman C31 from others is the elongated design of the smooth table, which provides a decent range of fire and greater maximum speed of the fired bullet (151 m / s). Among other things, this gun combines two very important qualities necessary for self-defense - it is simplicity of design and ease of use.

Another advantage of the Crosman’s is the economical consumption of gas, and the gun doesn’t weigh much - only 680 grams. In general, this is a very interesting model that is capable of helping out with self-defense against animals and people.

Advantages:

• high firing power;
• a combination of length and weight (21.5 centimeters and 680 grams);
• low cost

Disadvantages:

• not detected.

Top air guns for shooting sports

Airguns are often used for shooting sports. But we are not talking about professional sports, where special equipment is used, which is often very expensive. It is rather an amateur sport. For example, such pistols can be used to practice shooting at targets, which means they should have maximum similarity with real weapons, not in appearance, but in technical aspects: weight, firing range, balancing, increased recoil. And much more.

5 ASG Dan Wesson 8 "

Pistols are both light and very heavy, depending on the power and caliber. Pneumatics, as a rule, do not weigh much, since the heavy parts are made of lightweight plastic, and therefore it will be almost impossible to feel the real weapon. But we have a model that repeats the real 45 caliber revolver. Here all proportions, including weight, are observed, and such a revolver weighs more than one kilogram.

We placed this revolver in the sport shooting section for a reason. The fact is that there is no need to create a pneumatic weapon with such a weight. But it allows you to get used to the weight of a real pistol and better understand its ballistics. By the way, a pistol license is not needed, since its capacity does not exceed three joules, and this is despite the fact that the initial speed of a bullet is 130 kilometers, which is a lot for such weapons. Manufacturers also refused a multiply charged store, and after shooting 6 bullets, the drum would have to be reloaded.

4 Galaxy G21

Pneumatic guns mainly operate on compressed gas. It is he who pushes the bullet and gives it an initial speed. But there are models in which a completely different mechanism is implemented - the spring one.This design is more common in air rifles, and the destructive power of such weapons already obliges the owner to have a license.

This gun, despite the spring mechanism, does not need a license, since its power does not exceed 3 joules, and the initial speed of the bullet is 120 kilometers per hour. This is quite a lot, but it should be understood that, unlike gas, here it is necessary to cock the trigger after each shot. Accordingly, such a weapon is hardly suitable for self-defense, but sports shooting is its intended purpose, as it allows you to experience the complexity of shooting from a military pistol, and not automatic, but mechanical. And finally, another important plus is the price. This is the best offer on the market, and you can hardly find pneumatics cheaper.

3 PCP Ataman-M1

The main disadvantage of most pneumatics can be considered a small magazine capacity. Constantly you have to reload the weapon and collect balls into the store, and it takes a lot of time. And here we have the best gun in this regard. Here a unique design is realized, which, according to the manufacturers, has no analogues in the world of airguns.

Round store with 8 sections. Each section holds 15 bullets, and after a full shoot it is enough to remove the magazine from the holder and just turn it, thereby reloading. Very convenient, and most importantly fast. This is especially important when taking into account the rate of fire of this model. Also here is installed simultaneously two gas cylinders. Given the capacity of the store, this is a very necessary function, since one cylinder is enough to shoot about 30 charges, and in this store there are much more. By the way, another feature of the design allows you to fill gas into cylinders from a conventional fire extinguisher, which will significantly save you money on refueling carbon dioxide.

2 Borner Super Sport 708

Self-defense is not the only way to use pneumatics. It is also often used for training, in which case a maximum identity with a real weapon is necessary. Before us is the Smith & Wesson system revolver, and this is not just a beautiful plastic model, but a full-fledged weapon. Here not only dimensional proportions are observed, but also weight characteristics. The gun allows you to feel the weight of a real gun, and the false cartridge gives you the opportunity to learn in practice with the real ballistics of a combat bullet.

Falshpatrony - this is the main advantage and feature of this model. Here you do not just charge the balls in the barrel or hilt. Before each cartridge must be charged, then placed in the drum and after that shoot. This design is ideal for training shooting, and the maximum similarity with a real revolver allows you to use it for self-defense.

1 MP-53 M

Izhevsk Arms Factory can rightly be considered a legend. Over the years, he has produced the best weapons recognized throughout the world. But its model range is not limited to firearms. There are also pneumatic pistols, which can be used for sport shooting.

Before us is a weapon, which is a sports equipment. It is from such pistols that they shoot at competitions, therefore the manufacturer provides for three modifications at once, differing in bundling and power. The price in this section is for the easiest option. If you pay about a thousand, you will also get an extra store, shooting targets and a cleaning kit.And with a complete set, worth a little more than 7 thousand, you also get additional items, such as a spring and a set of gas cylinders. Targets and additional stores are also included. Simply put, we face the best option for sports shooting, and that is why we placed it in the first place in this section.

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Umarex

Crosman

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Baikal

ASG

Galaxy

Ataman

Borner

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Stalker

Gletcher

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