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The right accessories for your airgun.
Targets for practice, CO₂ cartridges, compatible magazines, protective cases and maintenance essentials. Explore our air rifle and air pistol accessories and choose according to your model, its operating system and how you use it.
Accessories for air rifles, air pistols and PCP equipment
This collection is your starting point for finding airgun accessories for pellet rifles, air pistols, PCPs and CO₂ models. Browse the specialist categories to compare available products and check which accessories suit your equipment.
Start with the task: preparing for a shooting session, replacing a magazine, protecting a scoped rifle during transport or finding a compatible filling connector. A matching brand name does not guarantee compatibility. Depending on the accessory, calibre, model generation, dimensions and mounting interface may also matter.
If you are still choosing your main equipment, explore our air rifles and pellet air pistols. You can then select the accessories that fit your chosen model.
Which airgun accessory do you need?
Choose the product family that matches your needs, then check the specifications of the individual item. Accessories designed for similar purposes can have different dimensions, connections and compatibility requirements.
| If you need to… | Browse… | Check… |
|---|---|---|
| Prepare for target practice | Targets and pellet traps | Permitted ammunition, energy rating and shooting distance |
| Replenish your CO₂ supply | CO₂ capsules and cartridges | Cartridge size, housing and connection |
| Protect your airgun during transport | Air rifle and pistol cases | Internal dimensions and clearance for fitted optics |
| Find a magazine for your pistol | Air pistol magazines | Model, version and ammunition type |
| Find a magazine for your rifle | Air rifle magazines | Model generation and calibre |
| Clean and maintain your equipment | Cleaning and maintenance products | Material compatibility and manufacturer’s instructions |
| Complete your PCP equipment | PCP accessories | Filling connections, pressure ratings and compatibility |
Targets and pellet traps for air rifles and pistols
Air rifle and air pistol targets let you practise, record shot groups and compare results between sessions. The right choice depends on the exercise and the characteristics of your airgun.
- Paper targets: for checking point of impact and comparing groups.
- Target holders and pellet traps: for supporting the target and, where designed to do so, containing projectiles within the product’s rated operating conditions.
- Metal and knockdown targets: for a visible response to a hit, provided the ammunition, energy and distance meet the manufacturer’s requirements.
Not every target is suitable for every airgun. Pay particular attention to the distinction between lead pellets and steel BBs. Use a suitable backstop and ensure the area behind the target is secure.
CO₂ capsules and cartridges: choose the correct format
CO₂ capsules and cartridges supply the gas used by many air pistols, revolvers and rifles. Before buying, identify the format specified for your model: a 12 g capsule and a larger cartridge are not automatically interchangeable.
Capacity is only one part of the specification. The cartridge housing, any threaded connection and the fitting system must also match. Use only cartridges and adapters approved by the manufacturer. Shot count can vary with temperature, firing rate and the airgun’s operating system.
If you are choosing the airgun first, explore our CO₂ air pistols. CO₂ describes the power source; the ammunition type must be checked separately.
Air rifle cases, gun slips and pistol cases
A suitable case helps protect against scratches and keeps equipment organised during transport. Browse our air rifle and air pistol cases and compare the available formats by internal dimensions, padding and layout.
For a scoped air rifle, check both the overall length and the height of the complete setup. The case should close without pressing against the scope turrets. For an air pistol, allow for a fitted red dot sight or any other accessory that increases its dimensions.
Use the usable internal measurements rather than external dimensions alone. Check the closures and accessory compartments, and make sure your equipment is dry before putting it away. Follow the manufacturer’s storage recommendations.
Magazines for pellet pistols and CO₂ air pistols
Air pistol magazines must match the exact model. Depending on the design, the pistol may use a rotary magazine, a belt-fed system or another feeding mechanism. Some magazine assemblies also house the CO₂ cartridge.
Check the full model name, version, calibre and ammunition type: diabolo pellets or BBs. Two similar-looking replicas can use different magazines even when they are based on the same original firearm.
When replacing a magazine, the manufacturer’s part number is generally a more reliable identifier than a photograph or the advertised capacity alone.
Magazines for pellet rifles and PCP air rifles
Browse our air rifle magazines when you need a replacement or an additional compatible magazine. Brand, model family and calibre are the starting points, but some platforms also require you to identify the generation.
- Model and version: check the compatibility expressly stated for the individual product.
- Calibre: the magazine must match your rifle’s calibre.
- Suitable ammunition: check any restrictions on pellet shape or projectile length.
- Magazine design: the external shape and number of chambers are not enough to confirm a fit.
Magazine-fed air rifles are not limited to PCP models. Other operating systems can also use multi-shot magazines, so always identify the exact rifle before buying.
Carbin tip: when asking about compatibility, have the brand, full model name, calibre and existing part number ready. A photograph of the markings can help distinguish between different versions.
Airgun cleaning and maintenance
Our cleaning and maintenance products cover several types of shooting equipment. Select only the products and tools suitable for your airgun’s operating system and the materials being treated.
Cleaning external surfaces, cleaning the bore and caring for seals are different tasks. They do not necessarily require the same products or maintenance intervals. Check the dimensions of cleaning rods, brushes and other bore tools before use.
Do not apply oils or greases indiscriminately inside compression chambers, filling connections or high-pressure systems. If you notice a leak, irregular operation or a damaged component, the first step is to identify the cause.
PCP accessories: filling connections and air supply
PCP air rifles use compressed air stored in an onboard reservoir. Before completing your filling equipment, check what is already supplied with your rifle, then browse our PCP air rifle accessories.
Filling probes, hoses and adapters must match the connections and pressure specifications of the equipment. Pellet calibre alone does not determine the correct filling probe. Compatibility depends on the exact model, connection type and pressure rating.
PCP compressor, charging cylinder or hand pump?
Your air source should suit the reservoir and how often you use the rifle. For an electric option, compare our PCP air compressors by fill pressure, duty cycle, power supply and the manufacturer’s filtration and cooling requirements.
A compressor designed to fill a rifle directly is not necessarily approved for filling an external charging cylinder. Check the permitted use of the individual model and the compatibility of every connected component.
For help planning your first setup, read our guide to what you need to get started with a PCP air rifle. Our article on how to fill a PCP air rifle provides further background alongside the instructions supplied with your equipment.
Pellets, scopes and mounts to complete your setup
Ammunition and optics also need to suit your airgun. Compare our pellets for air rifles and air pistols by calibre and the requirements of your model. Diabolo pellets and BBs are not interchangeable simply because they carry the same nominal calibre marking.
For optics, browse our scopes for air rifles and PCPs. With spring-piston and gas ram rifles, it is particularly important to check that the scope is suitable for the stresses of their firing cycle.
Scope mounts must match the rifle’s mounting interface and the scope’s main tube diameter. An 11 mm dovetail is not the same as a Picatinny rail. Compatibility between Weaver and Picatinny components should also be confirmed for the specific products.
How to check accessory compatibility
Before buying, check the following details. Not every point applies to every accessory, but they help avoid common selection mistakes:
- Brand, model and generation: essential for magazines, spare parts and model-specific components.
- Calibre and ammunition type: important for magazines and certain cleaning tools.
- Dimensions: critical for cases and accessories designed to accommodate other equipment.
- Mounting or connection interface: relevant to scope mounts and PCP filling equipment.
- Operating limits: check the applicable pressure, energy and intended-use specifications.
- Manufacturer’s part number: compare it with the manual and product description.
Frequently asked questions about airgun accessories
What accessories do I need for my first air rifle?
That depends on the operating system and what is included. You will generally need compatible ammunition, a target with a suitable projectile-catching arrangement and a protective case. A PCP also needs access to a suitable air source and compatible filling connections. A CO₂ model requires the cartridges specified by its manufacturer.
Will accessories from one brand fit all its airguns?
No. Magazines, spare parts and filling connections can differ between model families and generations from the same brand. Check the stated compatibility of the exact part and, where relevant, its calibre.
How do I choose the correct air pistol or air rifle magazine?
Identify the full model name, version, calibre and ammunition type. Then check that the magazine’s product description explicitly lists the appropriate compatibility. Appearance and capacity alone are not enough.
Do all CO₂ air pistols use 12 g capsules?
No. Although this is a common format, other systems exist. The manual will specify the size, number of capsules where applicable, and cartridge fitting required by your model.
Can I use steel BBs with a target designed for pellets?
Not unless the manufacturer approves that use. Projectile material and impact conditions affect how the projectile behaves. Use only targets and traps rated for the intended ammunition, energy and shooting distance.
What case should I choose for a scoped air rifle?
Choose a case with enough internal length and height to hold the complete setup without putting pressure on the scope. Measure the rifle with every accessory that will remain fitted during transport.
Can I use any gun oil or cleaning product on an airgun?
No. The product must be suitable for the surface, seals and operating system concerned. A product intended for external metalwork is not automatically suitable for internal components or high-pressure systems. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do I need a compressor to use a PCP air rifle?
You need a suitable air source, but you do not necessarily need your own compressor. Depending on the equipment, a high-pressure hand pump or a charging cylinder with a compatible filling assembly may be suitable. The choice depends on the reservoir, frequency of use and manufacturers’ specifications.
Does PCP accessory compatibility depend on calibre?
Some accessories, such as magazines and single-shot trays, can be calibre-specific. Filling probes and connectors are selected by model, connection type and technical specification, rather than pellet calibre alone.
Can I use the same scope on a PCP and a spring-powered air rifle?
Some scopes are suitable for both, but this must be checked. Compatibility with a PCP does not automatically mean the scope can withstand the firing cycle of a spring-piston or gas ram rifle.
What size scope rings do I need?
The ring diameter must match the scope’s main tube diameter exactly. Do not confuse this with the objective lens diameter. You must also check the mounting interface and the height required for your setup.
Complete your setup with accessories that fit
Choose the product family you need and compare each item by function and compatibility. If you need help identifying a part, tell us the brand, full model name and relevant specifications of your air rifle or air pistol.
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