Recently, hunting with 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 a large assortment on weapons counters. Without having the necessary information, you can get confused and make a mistake when buying pneumatic bullets. And this will deprive the pleasure of hunting and the obtained trophy.
The best option for the caliber of a hunting projectile is considered to be a bullet for pneumatics 4.5 mm. This most popular caliber has a large number of bullets made by domestic and foreign manufacturers. Lead bullets for pneumatics (caliber 4.5 mm) have individual features, advantages and disadvantages, which are important for an air gun lover to know about.
Light bullets
Most models of pneumaticweapons are characterized by limited power, which makes it possible to create light bullets and helps to reduce their friction in the barrel. Loading rifles with low power provides for the presence of two types of bullets:
- "Cap" with a very light weight (0.545 grams).
- "Volanchik". The design of this bullet consists of a head and a skirt-shaped shank. This gives the ammunition stability during flight. The grooves in the barrel provide rotation to the bullet, which also has a positive effect on the accuracy of hits. "Volanchik" 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 shuttlecock-shaped bullet is ineffective when hunting big game.
According to their aerodynamic properties, "cap" and "flounce" are not ideal options. The 4, 5 pneumatic bullet is a compromise between its lethality and accuracy depending on the degree of expansion.
Expansive bullets
With the improvement of models on the shelves, in addition to standard air rifles, more powerful samples appeared. This entailed the creation of new bullets, the weight of which should correspond to the power of the weapon. Bullets weighing 0.67 grams were used in standard wind models. Samples with high power require the use of heavier ammunition. The heaviest bullets for pneumatics 4.5 mm- This is the result of the appearance on the arms markets of such powerful rifles as Hatsan and Evanix. Compared to the lighter 0.67 grams, the expansive ones have worse ballistic performance and accuracy.
Czech penetrating bullets Edgun
Among the heavy bullets of 4.5 mm caliber, these Czech-made lead products have the best aerodynamics, which does not require the shooter to calculate corrections at distances up to 50 meters. Edgun bullets are characterized by good flatness and are quality ammunition for owners of high-precision air rifles. Their design provides for the presence of a domed head.
Features, description
- Weight is 0.67 grams.
- Speed - 270 m/s.
- Power - 25 J.
The energy and expansiveness of the 4.5 Edgun pneumatic bullet does not make this ammunition suitable for small game hunting. A lead product is able to pass right through and carry away with it the energy that ensures defeat. The result is not a trophy, but a wounded animal. Czech pneumatic bullet 4.5 mm Edgun has high accuracy, as evidenced by testing using plasticine bars. After the shot was fired and the bar was cut longitudinally, 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.
Crosman lead products
Pneumatic bullets 4, 5 "Crossman" are considered one of the best bullets withcaliber 4.5 mm. They have two drawbacks that negatively affected their popularity. The first is that a large number of fakes have appeared on the arms markets. Secondly, very hard lead is used in the production, as a result of which there is friction in the barrel, and bullets for pneumatics 4, 5 Crosman lose their power.
Ilandler & Natermann products
Problems caused by pest birds are very common in game farms. Crows are the most annoying. In the fight against them, Ilandler & Natermann invented special bullets of 4.5 mm caliber, which are called: Crow Magnum (translated from English crow - crow). Carrying out the choice of bullets for pneumatics in caliber 4, 5 for hunting crows. Experts recommend stopping at the products of this company. Crows differ from other birds in high endurance, and it is undesirable to use ordinary expansion bullets against them. They will simply pierce the pest through, making it possible to fly another couple of tens of meters until the outcome comes.
Pneumatic bullets 4, 5 "Magnum", in addition to high expansiveness, are capable of inflicting a water hammer on impact, causing shock in game. Crow Magnum lead products have a stopping effect. In their shape, they are similar to bullets for pneumatics 4, 5 "Barracuda".
The difference is that Ilandler & Natermann lead products have a larger cylindrical recess in the head than"Barracudas". And, consequently, the diameter of the wound is larger.
Crow Magnum bullet characteristics
The bullet weighs 0.58 grams. The product is characterized by low trajectory flatness and accuracy, which is confirmed after ten shots. From a distance of 50 meters, the accuracy is 5-6 cm.
Testing carried out using plasticine bars indicates that the bullet for pneumatics 4, 5 "Magnum" quickly loses its initial speed. The plasticine block cut lengthwise after the shot has a channel, the length of which is 5-6 cm. The location of lead particles in it suggests a tendency for these bullets to deform in the bar. But at the same time, the diameter of the channel is twice as wide as the diameter left by the rest of the bullets for pneumatics 4, 5.
Reviews from owners of air rifles using the Crow Magnum testify to the high efficiency of these bullets for shooting game at a distance not exceeding forty meters.
Lead products of the Tula enterprise Taiga LLC
At the Tula plant, using German equipment and technology from Collin, pneumatic bullets 4, 5 “Bumblebee” are produced.
- The head of the bullets has a semicircular conical shape. This enhances their penetrating qualities at long distances.
- Lead products are characterized by high stability in flight.
- The initial speed exceeds 190 m/s. Recommended for air rifles withspeed not lower than 190 m/s.
- Weight - 0.68g
- Bullet type - pneumatic pointed.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Pack of 400 pieces.
These bullets are intended for pneumatics 4, 5 for hunting game birds. Lead Tula products are effective in the fight against crows and small rodents.
Products of the Russian manufacturer Kvintor LLC
Quintor bullets for pneumatics are especially popular. 4.5mm is the standard gauge for many types of lead products from this manufacturer.
Pointed Bullets
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Weight - 0.53 gr.
- Bullet size - 7.4 mm.
- There are 150 pieces in a box.
Sharp-headed bullets have high penetration.
Pyrotechnic bullets "Blik"
- Weight - 0.2 g.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Size - 6.5 mm.
- Complete set - 50 pieces per box.
There is a bright flash and sound effect when it hits the target, providing visual and audible indication of where it hit. Bullets "Glare" are used to create special effects during filming. They are also actively involved in training and training events.
Lead "Ogival"
The bullets are highly penetrating.
- Weight - 0.53g
- Size - 7.4 mm.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Complete set - 150 pieces per box.
Tornado
The design of the bullets is a plastic product containing a lead core inside. The data of the original shape of the bullet does not ricochet. The center of gravity shifts forward. Plastic shell eliminates skin contact with lead.
- Bullet caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Weight - 0.23 g.
- Size - 6.2 mm.
- Package - 150 pieces.
Quintor round-head lead bullets
Products have high penetrating power.
- Caliber - 4.5 mm.
- Size - 7.4 mm.
- Weight - 0.53 grams.
- Package - 150 pieces.
Tornado Magnum bullets
The design of the bullet is represented by a metal-plastic shell containing a lead core with an "ogival" shape. Bullets are intended for firing from powerful wind guns. Advantages of this product:
- center of gravity shifted forward;
- stability during flight;
- high accuracy rate;
- weight - 0.58 grams;
- size - 8.7mm;
- 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 gun counters. There is no single assessment when choosing lead ammunition for air rifles.
- During outdoor activities, it is recommended to use ogive-shaped bullets. They are applicable in very powerful wind rifles with an initial speed of at least 300 m / s. This is due to the fact that the structure of ammunition is very similar todesign of projectiles used in firearms. Bullets of an "ogival" shape are not recommended for use in rifled weapons, as this will lead to damage to the barrel.
- Flash-noise bullets are equipped with explosive charges in their head. Upon contact with the target, a detonation occurs, which does not entail any serious consequences. Hit damage 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 penetrating power and poor accuracy of fire.
Expansive lead bullets are designed for hunting. In the design of the head of these ammunition there is a recess that forms a void in the bullet. After hitting the target, the head part is torn due to the void, and the bullet is deformed, which increases the diameter of the lesion. The expansive bullet does not leave wounded animals on the hunt
What should I consider when buying airgun bullets 4, 5?
- Hunting requires the selection of such lead products that will provide a compromise between expansiveness and accuracy. For an air rifle using 4.5 mm bullets, long ranges are considered to be distances over forty meters. In this case, it is recommended to use lead products with a solid domed head. But there are times when hunting takes place at distances not exceeding forty meters. On theat this distance, bullets with a characteristic deformation of the head part will be ideal. Such bullets, according to hunters, have a weak damaging effect, but have high accuracy, which is important when shooting at short distances. The main thing is to hit the game in its vital organs.
- If you don't have an expansive lead bullet, you can use any other bullet by loading it into the air rifle with the shank first. At the same time, acting as an expansive one, such ammunition loses a lot in accuracy. Therefore, loading is effective only in cases where shooting is carried out at short distances.
- When hunting large game, a lead bullet with a hemispherical head is ideal. Lead and antimony are used in its production, which improves its strength.
- When buying 4.5mm caliber bullets, you need to remember that these lead ammunition come in a variety of shapes. Their weight can reach 1.05 grams. Not every wind rifle is capable of shooting with such products. The heaviest bullets, which are 4.5 mm in caliber, are intended only for weapons that can give acceleration up to 300 m / s.
Taking into account all the nuances and subtleties in the selection of lead ammunition for wind rifles, you can choose the required bullet option for each hunt, which will positively affect the quality of shooting.
