Air Rifles

Air rifles come with various barrel lengths and designs to suit a wide range of sporting and other needs. With easy online ordering and same-day shipping for orders placed early enough in the day, Huma-Air is a great place to shop for a new air rifle. To help you make an informed purchasing decision, we answer some of the most common questions you might ask. Read on to find out.

What is an air rifle?

You might ask what is an air rifle if you want to know what distinguishes this type of gun from others. Firstly, there are all sorts of airguns sold today, of which air rifles are just one type. Unlike hand airguns, air rifles are designed to be fired from the shoulder, typically allowing for greater accuracy. For this reason, they feature longer barrels, which often spin the projectile or slug. There are numerous types on the market today, including PCP air rifles. These are distinguished by their compressed air cylinder or bottle, which makes it possible to fire without needing to repressurize them each time. Air rifles are designed to fire just one projectile at a time.

Can air rifles be used for hunting?

Yes, air rifles and hunting go hand in hand. Depending on what you are stalking, certain types of air rifles, such as PCP air rifles, for example, are ideal. Generally speaking, they are used to hunt smaller animals like squirrels, mink and rabbits. However, they can be just as effective with smaller deer species, especially higher-powered models. 

Are air rifles legal?

Yes, these rifles are legal to own and use for a wide range of pest control applications in the UK and the United States. For the UK, the legal power limit of an airgun without having a FAC (firearm certificate) is 12 ft-lb force. However, you may need to ask if air rifles are legal in certain settings, such as taking them into public spaces or transportation systems. Each state or province may have varying regulations concerning who can own or operate an air rifle, so check locally and don’t make any assumptions. That said, so long as you meet the age requirements in your state, you can usually purchase one without the need for a firearms license or permit.

Air rifles: what you need to know

With numerous cocking system choices, including bolt action, side lever action and even semi- and fully automatic systems, there are plenty of different models to choose from at Huma-Air. With CO2 air rifles, PCP airguns and more conventional spring-powered air rifle models on offer, you’re bound to find the perfect rifle for your specific needs. Take advantage of our worldwide shipping and order yours today.