In the past few years, airguns are gaining popularity. This is largely due to the fact that permission to wear and use it is not required. The Russian market today is flooded with similar products, however, it should be borne in mind that the models differ significantly from each other in a number of parameters - overall dimensions, maximum speed of a bullet from the barrel, and so on. Another important point is the fact that these products will cost much cheaper compared to traumatic or military weapons.
If you are going to purchase a similar device for yourself, then this article will be very useful for you. We not only made a rating of the best air guns of 2019, but also decided to indicate the main points that should be paid attention to when choosing similar products. Let’s start with this, and in the future we will begin to directly analyze the characteristics of specific models.
Summary of the rating:
How to choose the right air gun?
The actual power of a shot from a similar weapon does not exceed 3 joules, respectively, no documents will have to be issued. In general, all pneumatic pistols are divided into three main groups: those operating on the basis of compressed carbon dioxide, spring-piston and multicompression ones.
The first type is the most common gas cylinder device, the functionality of which is directly dependent on the pressure in the steel can - its maximum capacity is 8 or 12 grams of liquefied carbon dioxide. The maximum speed of a bullet flying out of the barrel, as a rule, depends on the ambient temperature - the lower the degree, the slower the charge flies. It is advisable to use copper-clad balls for such a weapon, whose diameter is in the range from 4.40 to 4.42 mm. The mass of such pistols is small, they differ in compact overall dimensions, and also have a decent rate of fire. On sale you can find devices that copy real combat samples.
Spring-piston pistols work by analogy with the classic "air". The principle of their operation is based on the energy of a compressed spring. These devices are more reliable, unpretentious to the type of bullets. Another important point is the lack of the need to purchase additional consumables - cans with liquefied gas. The rate of fire is much lower, and the piston moving at the time of the shot negatively affects the accuracy of hitting the target.
Multicompression models combine the principle of operation of the two devices mentioned above. The energy of compressed air will accumulate gradually, is fully released when you press the trigger. On sale you can find products that have a store, which ensures not only multi-shot pistol, but also a decent rate of fire. However, when injecting air, you will have to spend not only a certain amount of time, but also effort.
As mentioned above, pneumatic pistols are single-shot and multi-shot.This factor will also have to be considered when choosing similar products. The format of the barrel of the weapon affects not only the speed of the bullet, but also the maximum firing range. Smoothbore pistols have a higher feed rate, but the kinetic energy of the charge is consumed very quickly, as a result of which the bullet will fly a maximum of 50 meters. If you are going to give preference to rifled weapons, but the kinetic energy will be much lower, however, both the flight range and the lethal range will be much larger.
When choosing models of pneumatic guns for inclusion in our rating, we tried to take into account all the above points, and also drew attention to several factors - user reviews and the ratio of price and quality of products. In our review, we decided to include products that have an acceptable cost, so that each of our readers can choose the pneumatics to their liking.
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5. Crosman C11
Our rating opens quite a standard pistol, which has quite a few analogues in the Russian market, but stands out from this gray mass in a number of ways. First of all, users are very pleased with the speed of bullet departure from the barrel - this characteristic is 146 meters per second. The mass of the product is only 500 grams. Stock store - 18 rounds. The products are based on a standard can of liquefied carbon dioxide, the mass of which is 12 grams. The case is made of matte plastic, on which various kinds of contamination are not visible, moreover, this moment allows to significantly ease the weight of the gun. The cylinder mounting socket is located in the product handle. In this case, the final pressure and puncture of the foil is made thanks to a special clamping screw equipped with a swivel.
The button to retrieve the magazine is on the left side. The latch should be handled as carefully as possible. The store is notable for its small overall dimensions, in addition, it has a universal shape. The sight here is unregulated, cast. Under the barrel there is a special connector that allows you to install all kinds of accessories such as backlight or laser sight. The barrel is smooth, so the return will be minimal. The fuse is located under the barrel and is located on the right side of the product, it is on-off.
Benefits:
- Insignificant mass;
- Ergonomic handle shape
- Reasonable cost;
- The universal form of the store;
- Smooth barrel.
Disadvantages:
- The mechanism for feeding balls into the barrel is not very reliable.
4. Daisy 5501
Japanese-made products. This gun is a classic gas balloon model and is widely popular not only in our country, but throughout the world. The appearance is original, that is, it does not look like any design of military weapons. The mass of products is not too big - it is only 600 grams. The case is made of high-quality metal, which is equipped with special stiffeners, which provides increased product strength. In addition, a special nickel-plated frame is provided here, the cheeks of the handle are made of corrugated plastic. He will not slip out of his hands. In the manufacture of the latest technology was used to maintain the pressure in the cylinder, that is, carbon dioxide will be spent here exactly as much as is necessary for a full shot.
Another important feature of this product is the presence of a movable barrel mechanism. The maximum speed of a bullet upon departure from the barrel is 130 meters a second. One cylinder can be enough for a hundred rounds. The barrel is smooth, which ensures not only minimal recoil, but also good accuracy of fire. This allows you to provide a good sight when shooting both at fixed targets and at a moving target.The cylinder is located in a special recess under the cheek of the handle. It is pierced with a special clamping screw. The pistol has a single-type trigger mechanism. The trigger is hidden, so it is cocked only by jerking the shutter. A fuse is provided.
Benefits:
- A small mass of weapons;
- Power stability regardless of the degree of cylinder consumption;
- It is very convenient to shoot thanks to the small overall dimensions;
- Metal case;
- It is quite easy to change cylinders; you do not have to remove the store for this;
- High accuracy of fire.
Disadvantages:
- Not like any well-known brand of military or traumatic weapons;
- Plastic store with a rather weak spring.
3. ASG dan Wesson 8 ’’
The main difference between this product and the products that we examined earlier is that it is not a gun, but a revolver. It is quite suitable for shooting not only with ordinary steel or copper-plated steel balls, but also with lead bullets, which are characterized by increased mass. The diameter of the cartridges is standard - 4.5 mm. Regardless of the charges used, the cartridge’s take-off speed is 130 meters per second. The case is made of high-quality metal alloy, which is based on zinc and aluminum. As a result of this, the products turned out to be quite heavy, which makes the revolver as close as possible to real military weapons. The products are not charged through the store, but through special cartridges, called false cartridges. Their capacity is 6 pieces. In addition, a charging accelerator is supplied with the revolver, thanks to which the rate of fire is significantly increased.
As a source of energy here is a traditional can of carbon dioxide weighing 12 grams. One such charge will be enough for 80 shots. The nest for its installation is located in the handle of the weapon, it is pierced using a special coil with a lamb. The sight is unregulated, the power is quite high.
Benefits:
- The appearance of the products is very interesting;
- Reliable case;
- Superior build quality
- Decent rate of fire for a revolver;
- High power.
Disadvantages:
- For a six-shot revolver it has a fairly large mass and decent returns.
2. Umarex Walther PPS
A German-made model developed by a company that has been manufacturing airguns of various types for quite some time now. In appearance, the products are almost indistinguishable from the prototype: the key difference is that the standard magazine extraction button is a fake, and instead a special lever on the handle is used. A special button, located directly on the trigger, also acts as a fuse. The overall dimensions are small, the weight and width are also slightly smaller compared to the original model. Under the barrel, you can find a rail on which, if necessary, a sight or LED flashlight is mounted. The clamping screw is positioned in such a way that it is practically not noticeable. He twists it with a special hex wrench, which comes with this gun.
The maximum departure speed of the cartridge is 125 meters per second. The return is minimal, with frequent shooting it is almost invisible. The recoil does not affect the accuracy of the shots - the accuracy of shots remains the same as with single shots. The barrel is quite short, so take a long time to aim. After the entire store has been shot, the shutter rises to a delay position, so idle shots can be avoided.
Benefits:
- Compact overall dimensions;
- Low weight and width;
- Almost completely repeats the shape of the original weapon;
- There is a shutter lag;
- There is a rail to accommodate additional devices such as a flashlight or sight;
- A key for piercing the cylinder is supplied;
- For such a compact device, pretty decent power.
Disadvantages:
- The developers could make the maximum power of a shot even more.
1. MP-654K
These products follow exactly the legendary Makarov pistol for minor changes. All controls are located on the left side of the model - here you can find a lever designed to delay the shutter and a fuse with two positions. Products are made entirely of metal. The only exception to this rule is the grip on the handle, which is made of corrugated plastic. The magazine is taken out in the same way as a firearm. Shooting is carried out by self-cocking, and the trigger will have to cock beforehand. A magazine can fit a maximum of 13 rounds. The barrel is rifled, but the accuracy of the shooting density does not differ. To do this, you have to carefully aim each time. The sight is static, it cannot be adjusted.
Shots are carried out at the expense of a carbon dioxide cylinder, the mass of which is 12 grams. One cylinder will be enough to shoot about 5 stores. If necessary, the gun can be easily cleaned. Nagara does not accumulate there, unlike firearms, but dust and all kinds of pollution can accumulate. On sale you can find several modifications - with an elongated barrel, with a muffler, supplied with the product.
Benefits:
- Long term of operation;
- Virtually no different from the traditional Makarov pistol;
- The metal case of increased strength, insensitive to physical influences;
- Anti-slip pads on the handle.
Disadvantages:
- Not too long firing range.
High accuracy pistols
3. MP-651KC
This is a fairly budget model, which, however, is characterized by a very high-quality assembly. This pistol is characterized by a modular design, which allows the use of both traditional balls and special precision cartridges developed by Diabolo for firing. In order to use them, special nozzles are supplied with the product. Products have a high level of strength. The case is made of high-quality aluminum alloy, which makes the model significantly lighter compared to the military counterpart. The holder, aiming plate and pads on the handle are made of plastic of the highest quality and strength. Operational characteristics are quite high: in particular, one standard spray can weighing 12 grams is enough for about a hundred shots.
The gun is equipped with a double-acting strike mechanism. The products are characterized by high accuracy of firing - for aiming between shots you will have to spend a minimum amount of time. The handle has high ergonomic characteristics: it does not slip out of the hands, it fits comfortably even in a small palm. Magazine capacity is 23 rounds. If desired, the user can upgrade this product - slightly drill a valve (this facilitates exhaust gas removal, improves accuracy and rate of fire), install an elongated barrel, and so on.
Benefits:
- Attractive appearance;
- High quality workmanship;
- Ability to work with any cylinders and cartridges;
- All parts can be purchased in stores;
- The possibility of modernization.
Disadvantages:
- The clips wear out pretty quickly (however, they are easy to find on sale).
2. Umarex Walther CP88 Competition
This is the original version, which is an almost complete analogue of the American army pistol Walter P88. The model is characterized by a fairly long rifled barrel. The case is metal, painted black, the paint will not peel or crack over time. On sale you can find products with a nickel coating.Gas-balloon type firing system. The gun is able to work exclusively with lead cartridges, the caliber of which is 4.5 mm. A plastic nozzle designed to hide the elongated barrel is not provided. The case is disassembled into two parts. A laser sight can be installed in the lower cavity. The drum capacity is 8 rounds. The receiver frame is movable, which facilitates aiming and reduces recoil, however, you will have to open the charging chamber exclusively in manual mode.
Installing a gas cylinder is quite simple - to do this, press the button located in the area of the base of the trigger guard. The cylinder is first pressed by a special screw made of bronze, then it is pressed by the lever of the lower plane, which then snaps into place. The fuse is manual, it is an original and quite tight flag - in order to move it from the place, you need to make a decent effort.
Benefits:
- Pretty decent barrel length (about 14.5 cm);
- A rifled barrel provides a good firing range and a flight speed of about 130 meters per second;
- Virtually no different from military weapons;
- Adjustable scope.
Disadvantages:
- Not all users find it convenient to mount a gas bottle;
- The button for retrieving the store could be located in another place - for people with thumbs it is not very convenient to press the trigger.
1. Gamo Compact
This is the first multicompression model in our review of the best pneumatic pistols, which was also developed by Spanish engineers. It can be attributed to professional sports equipment due to a number of useful properties. All the main movable elements are made of high-quality metal alloys, the handle is made of polished wood, has excellent anatomical characteristics. Another important feature of this weapon is the presence of a composite trigger, from which, if necessary, you can adjust the angle of depression. The gun is equipped with a rifled barrel, so it is best to use lead charges. The bullet goes into the breech of the barrel at the moment when the shooter deflects the bolt. At the same time, the tank is inflated with air.
Sights are standard, but the front sight is monolithic, and the sight is an integral and separate element - it can be adjusted both vertically and horizontally. If necessary, it is possible to place a collimator sight. The fuse here is not automatic. The initial bullet departure speed is 120 meters per second, which is confirmed by real measurements.
Benefits:
- It is very convenient to hold in hands;
- Professional model;
- Negligible returns;
- Good accuracy of fire.
Disadvantages:
- The initial speed of the bullet is not very large.
Exact replicas of combat pistols
2. Gletcher NGT
It is a copy of the classic model of a firearm revolver, which first appeared in service back in 1895. In this case, the similarity will be not only external, but also tactile - the device weighs exactly the same as the original model, exactly the same notches are on the cheeks of the handle. The case is made of a special metal alloy - silumin, which perfectly withstands significant physical loads, including significant temperature changes. Double-action trigger - firing can be either cocked, or using an automatic cocking system. The drum of this revolver is designed for seven rounds.On the right side, you can find the fuse box, which reliably blocks the trigger and trigger. The elements of the sight are not adjustable.
It is best to charge the revolver with lead balls, but it is quite acceptable to use the more common ones - copper-plated, the caliber of charges is 4.5 mm. This was achieved thanks to a smooth trunk. The bullet departure speed is not very high: it is only 116 meters per second. One cylinder will be enough to shoot over 80 charges. The mass of the product is 720 grams in a fully ready for shooting form.
Benefits:
- The perfect resemblance to the original firearm up to the mass and location of the control elements;
- Trigger double action;
- It responds well to high and low temperatures.
Disadvantages:
- The location of the fuse is not well thought out.
1. Gletcher Parabellum
An absolutely exact copy of the legendary pistol, the history of which has exceeded for a hundred years. Maximum identity is achieved not only due to the presence of handles painted in brown, but also thanks to the bloeback, which is used to actuate the lever shutter. No additional decorative elements are provided here. The next cartridge is sent to the barrel precisely by the movement of the shutter. After the store’s resource is exhausted, the shutter is set to delay mode by triggering the automation. Disassembled products in exactly the same way as the military counterpart. The products have a high accuracy of aiming, but the power is still not too big. Due to the use of a 12-gram cylinder, additional loads are placed not only on the movable mechanism itself, but also on the frame, and all these elements are made of zinc-aluminum alloy.
The gun is equipped with a special damper, which can greatly mitigate a sharp blow when the frame rolls back. The trigger mechanism is also double. The main difference from the original products is the presence of plastic pads on the handle. It is almost impossible to distinguish them from natural wood, in addition, the user can replace these elements if necessary.
Benefits:
- Absolute compliance with the original classic model;
- Disassembly is also exactly the same as that of a combat pistol;
- Fully working blobek;
- For short-range weapons, a very decent range and accuracy.
Disadvantages:
- Low bullet departure speed.
In conclusion, a useful video
So our review of the best pneumatic guns came to its end. We tried to collect as much information as possible on each model. We hope that this article helped you decide and choose the best model for yourself. If you still have questions or have comments and suggestions for us, then write them in the comments to this article. We will promptly respond to this and provide you with all the necessary amount of information.
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