Recently, hunting with the use of air rifles has gained wide popularity. Until recently, there was no special literature on the effectiveness of the use of models of wind weapons, on the correct choice of bullets, which are presented in large assortment on the arms counters. Not owning the necessary information, you can get confused and make a mistake by buying bullets for pneumatics. And this will deprive the pleasure of hunting and trophy.
The best option for the caliber of a hunting projectile is considered a 4.5 mm pneumatic bullet. This most popular caliber has a large number of bullets made by domestic and foreign manufacturers. Lead bullets for pneumatics (4.5 mm caliber) have individual characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, which are important for an air gun lover to know about.
Light bullets
Most models of airguns are characterized by limited power, which makes it possible to create light bullets and helps to reduce their friction in the barrel. Charging rifles with low power involves two types of bullets:
- A “cap” having a very low weight (0.545 grams).
- "Shuttlecock". The design of this bullet consists of a head part and a skirt-shaped shank. This gives ammunition stability during flight. The rifling in the barrel ensures rotation of the bullet, which also positively affects the accuracy of hits. "Shuttlecock" is considered a more progressive option. The efficiency of an air rifle with such a bullet increases, since its friction inside the barrel decreases. A pellet with a shuttlecock shape is ineffective while hunting a large beast.
By their aerodynamic properties, the “cap” and “shuttlecock” are not ideal options. A pneumatic bullet 4.5 is a compromise between its damaging effect and accuracy depending on the degree of expansiveness.
Expansive bullets
With the improvement of models on the shelves, in addition to standard air rifles, more powerful models appeared. This entailed the creation of new bullets, the weight of which should correspond to the power of the weapon. Pullets weighing 0.67 grams were used in standard wind models. High power samples require heavier ammunition. The heaviest 4.5mm pneumatic bullets are the result of the appearance of such powerful rifles in the arms markets as Hatsan and Evanix. Compared to light 0.67 grams, expansive ones have worse ballistic performance and accuracy.
Czech piercing bullets Edgun
Among heavy bullets of 4.5 mm caliber, these Czech-made lead products have the best aerodynamics that do not require the shooter to make corrections at distances up to 50 meters. Edgun bullets are characterized by good flatness and are high-quality ammunition for owners of high-precision air rifles. Their design provides for the presence of a domed head.
Characteristics, Description
- Weight is 0.67 grams.
- Speed - 270 m / s.
- Power - 25 J.
The energy and expansiveness that the 4.5 Edgun pneumatic bullet possesses does not help these munitions to be used in small game hunting. A lead product is able to pass through and carry with it energy that provides damage. The result is not a trophy, but a wounded animal. The Czech pneumatic bullet 4.5 mm Edgun has high accuracy, as evidenced by testing using plasticine bars. After firing and a longitudinal section of the bar, this lead product left an even channel 11 cm long. At the same time, the bullet did not change its direction and did not deform.
Lead products Crosman
Bullets for pneumatics 4, 5 "Crosman" are considered one of the best bullets with a caliber of 4.5 mm. They have two drawbacks that negatively affect popularity. The first is that a large number of fakes have appeared on the arms markets. The second - very hard lead is used in the production, as a result of which friction occurs in the barrel, and 4.5 Crosman pneumatic bullets lose their power.
Ilandler & Natermann Products
In hunting farms very often there are problems created by pest birds. Ravens are most annoying. In the fight against them, Ilandler & Natermann invented special 4.5 mm caliber bullets, which are called Crow Magnum (crow is translated from English). By selecting pneumatic bullets in caliber 4.5 for raven hunting. Experts recommend focusing on the products of this company. Crows differ from other birds in high endurance, and it is undesirable to use ordinary expansive bullets against them. They will simply pierce through the pest, making it possible to fly another couple of tens of meters, until the denouement comes.
In addition to high expansiveness, pneumatic bullets 4.5 Magnum are capable of inflicting a water hammer when hit, causing shock in game. Crow Magnum lead products have a stopping effect. In their form, they look like bullets for pneumatics 4, 5 "Barracuda".
The difference is that in the lead products of Ilandler & Natermann the cylindrical recess in the head is larger than that of Barracuda. And, therefore, the diameter of the wound is also larger.
Characteristics of the Crow Magnum bullet
The bullet weighs 0.58 grams. The product is characterized by low rates of trajectory flatness and accuracy, which is confirmed after ten shots are fired. From a distance of 50 meters, the accuracy is 5-6 cm.
Testing using plasticine bars indicates that the 4.5 "Magnum" pneumatic bullet quickly loses its initial speed. After the shot is fired, the plasticine block has a channel, the length of which is 5-6 cm. The location of lead particles in it makes it possible to suggest a tendency to deformation of these bullets in the bar. But at the same time, the diameter of the channel is two times wider than the diameter that the remaining bullets for pneumatics 4, 5.
Reviews of owners of air rifles using Crow Magnum indicate the high efficiency of these bullets for firing game at a distance not exceeding forty meters.
Lead products of the Tula enterprise LLC Taiga
At the Tula plant, using German equipment and Collin technology, pneumatic bullets 4, 5 “Bumblebee” are produced.
- The head of the bullet has a semicircular conical shape. This enhances their penetrative qualities over long distances.
- Lead products are characterized by high stability in flight.
- The initial velocity exceeds 190 m / s. Recommended for air rifles having a speed of at least 190 m / s.
- Weight - 0.68 g.
- Type of bullet - pneumatic pointed.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- The package bundle is 400 pieces.
These pneumatic bullets 4, 5 are intended for hunting game birds. Lead Tula products are effective in combating crows and small rodent pests.
Products of the Russian manufacturer LLC Quintor
Quintor bullets for pneumatics are especially popular. 4.5 mm is the standard gauge for many types of lead products from this manufacturer.
Sharp-headed bullets
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Mass - 0.53 gr.
- The size of the bullet is 7.4 mm.
- In the box - 150 pieces.
Hot-headed bullets have high penetrating power.
Pyrotechnic bullets "Flare"
- Weight - 0.2 g.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Size - 6.5 mm.
- Options - 50 pieces per box.
While hitting the target, a bright flash and sound effect are observed, which provides a visual and sound indication of the place of impact. Bullets "Flare" are used to create special effects during filming. They are also actively involved in educational and training events.
Lead Lively
Bullets are highly penetrating.
- Weight - 0.53 g.
- Size - 7.4 mm.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Options - 150 pieces per box.
"Tornado"
The design of the bullets is a plastic product containing inside a lead core. The data of the original form of the bullet does not give a rebound. The center of gravity shifts forward. The plastic shell eliminates skin contact with lead.
- The caliber of the bullet is 4.5 mm.
- Weight - 0.23 g.
- Size - 6.2 mm.
- Options - 150 pieces.
Quintor Round-headed Lead Bullets
Products have high penetration.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Size - 7.4 mm.
- Weight - 0.53 grams.
- Options - 150 pieces.
Bullets "Tornado Magnum"
The design of the bullet is represented by a metal-plastic shell containing a lead core with a “lively” shape. The bullets are intended for shooting from powerful airguns. Advantages of this product:
- center of gravity shifted forward;
- stability during the flight;
- high rate of accuracy;
- weight - 0.58 grams;
- size - 8.7 mm;
- complete set - 100 pieces in one box.
Which bullets are better?
Every year, new versions of bullets with different designs and shapes appear on the arms counters. There is no single assessment when choosing lead ammunition for air rifles.
- During outdoor activities, it is recommended to use bullets of "animated" form. They are applicable in very powerful air rifles having an initial speed of at least 300 m / s. This is due to the fact that the structure of the ammunition is very similar to the design of the shells used in firearms. Bullets of a “lively” form are not recommended for use in rifled weapons, as this will result in damage to the barrel.
- Light-noise bullets in their head are equipped with explosive charges. Upon contact with the target detonation occurs, which does not entail any serious consequences. Damage on hit is minimal. The hit is accompanied by a visual and audible signal. This type of bullet is used for entertainment purposes.
- Lead bullets with a conical head. It is used for hunting large animals. The product is characterized by high penetration and poor accuracy of fire.
