Pneumatics is used not only for shooting at a shooting range, but also for sports shooting ranges, as well as for hunting, depending on the power of firearms. The strength of muzzle energy is measured in J. It is from it that power depends.
Top 10 entered the most powerful air rifles, both for hunting and training purposes, and for professional shooting. Among the presented models there are those that can be purchased both without a license and with it.
10. RAR VL-12 | The cost of 41 - 62 thousand rubles
RAR VL-12manufactured by Russian Air Rifle (RAR) is one of the most popular air rifles. It is presented in calibers from 4.5 mm to 6.36 millimeters. Differences between the models is the length of the barrel. The trunk of 500 millimeters is considered elongated. The initial speed of the bullet is regulated by pressing the spring of the striker. It is completed with trunks CROSMAN or Lothar Walther. The number of bullets in the drum depends on the caliber. The maximum pressure in the tank can reach 300 atmospheres. The claimed number of shots is 50 shots in the top five. The weapon can be used for training purposes, as well as for hunting a small bird. Freely sold without a license. Initial capacity - 3 J. The cost ranges from 41 thousand. up to 62 thousand rubles.
9. Hatsan 125 VS | The cost of 15 000 rubles
Turkish air rifle Hatsan 125 VS 4.5 mm caliber is among the ten most powerful. It is one of the most popular among hunters, due to its low price and good power. Ideal for duck hunting. Power with the original spring is 30 joules, and the bullet speed reaches 380 m / s. The stock and butt are made of plastic. The average cost per model is 15,000 rubles.
8. PCP ATAMAN ML 15B | The cost of 52 000 rubles
PCP ATAMAN ML 15B - A fairly powerful air rifle from a Russian manufacturer in the caliber of 6.35 millimeters. The weapon is equipped with Lothar Walther barrels with a chock length of 605 mm. The pressure gauge is located in the carabiner bed. Thus, it has become much easier to control the air supply. PCP ATAMAN ML 15B has about 15 shots per plateau from 175 atmospheres to 140 atmospheres. The average accuracy of a rifle on a plateau is approximately 2.5 cm per 50 meters. This model can be equipped with a semi-automatic drum for 8 rounds, which is able to speed up the reload process several times. The volume of the tank is 250 m³. The maximum muzzle power of the model can reach 50 J. The price is 52 000 rubles.
7. EVANIX GTL 480S | The cost of 146 000 rubles
EVANIX GTL 480S in caliber 4.5 - one of the most powerful air rifles in Korea. A high-pressure cylinder is designed for 480 m³ with compressed air injected up to 200 bar, which allows up to 60 shots at a muzzle velocity of 308-259 m / s. The muzzle energy is 55 J. The total length of the weapon is 850 mm or 915 mm. The EVANIX GTL 480S has a decent weight of 3.9 kg, as it is made of metal. The average price is 146,000 rubles.
6. FX BOBCAT | The cost of 130 000 rubles
Swedish air rifle FX Bobcat in caliber, 7.62 mm is one of the most powerful to date. Reducing weapons have impeccable accuracy, as the manufacturer claims. Ideal for both hunters and sports enthusiasts. One of the main advantages of FX BOBCAT is considered to be 20 accurate shots fired using a gearbox. It has a customizable, adjustable descent, which allows you to use weapons, both in shooting competitions, and for successful hunting. A tank with a volume of 400 m³ can fully provide 18 shots. The muzzle energy is 60 J. The approximate cost of such a model is in the region of 130,000 rubles.
5. EDgun Matador R3M | The cost of 65 000 rubles
Air rifle from the Russian manufacturer EDgun Matador R3M - One of the most powerful and popular among hunting lovers. The length of the standard bullpup is 75 centimeters, of which 47 cm falls on the trunk. Available in 6.35 mm caliber. The volume of the standard model tank is 289 cubic centimeters. The muzzle energy is 80 joules. The average price is 65,000 rubles.
4. FX IMPACT | The cost of 36 000 rubles
Swedish air rifle FX IMPACT one of the ten most powerful today. The rifle is available in calibres up to 7.62 millimeters. The power of the rifle changes when replacing the barrels and is regulated with a wheel from one hundred to 160 atmospheres. In the caliber 7.62 mm, the weapon fires from a pressure of 160 atmospheres, in the rest - 130 atmospheres. Small calibers have a barrel length of 500 mm, and in the six and seven - 700 mm. The total length of the FX IMPACT is 760 mm or 920 mm. Has a sliding silencer. High pressure carbon fiber cylinder at 480 m³. The maximum pressure is 250 atmospheres, which allows you to make 30 full-fledged shots in the seven. The declared maximum capacity is 110 J. The price of FX IMPACT is from 36,000 rubles.
3. FX BOSS | The cost of 70 000 rubles
Fx boss in caliber 7.62 - the most powerful air rifle of the Swedish company FX Airguns. It is very popular both among fans of sports shooting, and among hunters. The total length of the weapon is 120 cm, while its weight varies from 3.2 to 3.4 kg without a sight. Available with either a wooden or plastic stock. FX BOSS does not have a power regulator - everything was initially set to the maximum here. Tank pressure with a capacity of 500 m³ - 160-220 atmospheres. With refueling at 220 atmospheres, you can make up to 30 shots. This model is effective at distances up to 220 meters. The speed of the bullet is 265 m / s. With bullets of 8-10 g with this gun, it is possible to hunt not only for birds and larger game: roe deer, beavers and hares. The power of the FX BOSS is 110 J. The average cost is 70,000 rubles.
2. FX INDY | The cost of 100 000 rubles
FX INDY - Air rifle from Sweden, used in shooting sports and hunting. Available in caliber 4.5 mm - 7.62 mm. Pre-pumped FX INDY fires semi-automatically. The initial speed and the number of shots depends on the caliber. With a caliber of 7.62 millimeters, the initial velocity of the bullet is 265 meters per second. The magazine capacity is 9 bullets. The weapon is quite heavy, its weight is 4 kg. Barrel length is 600 mm. Power FX INDY - 110 joules. The average price is 100,000 rubles.
1. Quackenbush LA Outlaw 458 | The cost of 20 000 rubles
Quackenbush LA Outlaw 458 in caliber 11.63 - the most powerful sniper rifle in the world of American production. Air can be supplied to the cylinders from a compressor of 3000 bar or pumped manually by a pump. The firing power is 680 J at a shot speed of 223 m / s. Such a powerful weapon is even suitable for hunting a bear. The total length of the model is 112 cm with a barrel length of 66 cm. The mass of Quackenbush LA Outlaw 458 is 3.6 kg. The rifle is designed exclusively for professional shooters. It is not possible to obtain a license for it in Russia. The price in the USA is $ 3,000.