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Air rifles for sale: compare PCP, spring, gas-piston and CO₂ models

Browse and compare more than 450 air rifles and packages across spring-powered, gas-piston, IGT, PCP and CO₂ platforms. Carbin stocks options for beginners, recreational target shooting, plinking, training and precision shooting.

Use the collection filters to compare brand, powerplant, calibre, price and availability. Always check the selected variant, product specifications and the rules that apply in your country before ordering.

This collection is the main commercial hub for air rifles at Carbin. If you prefer a curated shortlist, read our comparison of the best air rifles of 2026.

Our range includes Gamo, Cometa, Norica, Hatsan, FX Airguns, Snowpeak, Diana, BSA, Stoeger, Kral Arms, Reximex and Crosman.

Six air rifles to start your comparison

These models represent different requirements and price levels. Your decision should reflect the intended use, powerplant, calibre, ergonomics and availability of the exact variant rather than power or velocity alone.

Model	Profile	Powerplant	Key difference
Gamo Swarm Magnum Pro 10X GEN3i	Multi-shot	IGT gas piston	10X magazine and self-contained operation
Gamo Whisper X Vampir	Complete package	Spring	Equipped configuration for new shooters
Gamo Delta	First air rifle	Spring	Manageable weight and straightforward operation
Cometa Fenix 400	Traditional rifle	Spring	Barrel, build quality and classic design
Norica Omnia ZRS	Innovative platform	ZRS system	Designed to reduce perceived movement during the shot
FX Airguns Impact M4	Premium PCP	Configurable PCP	Adjustment, consistency and advanced precision

Types of air rifle powerplant

Spring-powered air rifles

A steel spring drives a piston that compresses the air behind the pellet. Spring rifles are self-contained and do not require CO₂ capsules, bottles or compressors.

Best suited to: beginners, training and recreational shooting. Consider cocking effort, weight, the firing cycle and scope compatibility.

Gas-piston, gas-ram and IGT air rifles

A sealed gas strut replaces the conventional coil spring. The rifle remains self-contained but delivers a different firing cycle and resonance pattern. IGT is Gamo's name for its inert-gas system.

Best suited to: shooters wanting a modern break-barrel platform without external charging equipment.

PCP air rifles

Pre-charged pneumatic rifles store high-pressure air in a reservoir and release a measured amount for each shot. Their low-movement firing cycle supports consistency, precision and multi-shot operation.

Best suited to: precision and experienced shooters. Include a pump, bottle or PCP compressor in the total budget.

CO₂ air rifles

CO₂ models use compatible capsules or bottles and allow repeated shots without cocking a break barrel or filling a high-pressure PCP reservoir.

Best suited to: plinking and recreational target shooting. Temperature, rate of fire and gas consumption affect shot count.

PCP, spring, gas piston or CO₂?

Powerplant	Main advantage	Additional equipment	Typical shooter
Spring	Self-contained and mechanically straightforward	None	Beginners and recreational shooters
Gas piston / IGT	No coil spring and a different firing cycle	None	Shooters wanting a modern break barrel
PCP	Consistency, low movement and multi-shot capability	Pump, bottle or compressor	Precision and experienced shooters
CO₂	Convenience and quick follow-up shots	CO₂ capsules or bottles	Plinking and informal target shooting

If you are deciding between the two most common systems, read our full comparison of PCP vs spring air rifles.

Which air rifle should you choose?

Requirement	Suggested powerplant	Common calibre	What to prioritise
First air rifle	Spring or moderate gas piston	.177 or .22	Weight, fit and cocking effort
Plinking and recreation	Spring, gas piston or CO₂	.177 or .22	Convenience, running costs and handling
Precision shooting	PCP	.177 or .22	Consistency, trigger, regulator and optics
Configurable PCP	Advanced PCP	.22 or .25	Adjustment, shot count and parts support

Six checks before buying

Powerplant: choose between a self-contained rifle and the consistency of PCP.
Calibre: match it to the platform, normal distance, projectile and permitted use.
Ergonomics: check weight, length, balance, grip and cocking effort.
Accuracy: velocity alone is not enough; barrel, trigger, pellet, optics and technique work together.
Total cost: include optics, mounts and PCP charging equipment where required.
Support: check the availability of magazines, seals, filling probes and spare parts.

Air rifle calibres: .177, .22 and .25

Calibre affects pellet weight and trajectory but should never be considered in isolation. The powerplant, available energy, shooting distance and selected projectile must work together.

.177 (4.5 mm)

Light pellets and a generally flatter trajectory. Widely used for beginners, training and paper-target shooting.

.22 (5.5 mm)

A versatile option using heavier pellets. Available across spring, gas-piston and PCP platforms.

.25 (6.35 mm)

Heavier projectiles and a more curved trajectory. Commonly associated with suitably configured PCP rifles.

For a closer comparison of the two larger PCP calibres, read .22 vs .25 PCP air rifles.

Major air rifle brands

Gamo air rifles

A broad range of spring, IGT, 10X multi-shot and PCP platforms. Read which Gamo air rifle to buy and compare 10X GEN1, GEN2 and GEN3i.

Cometa air rifles

Made in Eibar, Spain, with respected barrels, traditional spring rifles such as the Fenix 400 and PCP platforms in the Orion family.

Norica air rifles

A Spanish manufacturer offering spring, GRS gas-piston and distinctive systems such as the Omnia ZRS.

Hatsan air rifles

Robust break-barrel designs and a wide range of PCP rifles in multiple layouts and calibres.

Snowpeak air rifles

Particularly competitive among affordable and mid-range PCP platforms. See our guide to choosing a Snowpeak air rifle.

FX Airguns PCP rifles

Premium pre-charged pneumatic rifles with extensive adjustment, modular platforms and a clear focus on precision.

You can also browse Diana, BSA, Stoeger, Kral Arms, Reximex and Crosman.

Air rifle pellets, scopes and accessories

Performance depends on the complete setup. Complement your rifle with equipment that matches the platform:

Air rifle pellets: weight, profile and head diameter affect grouping.
Air rifle scopes: spring and gas-piston rifles require optics and mounts rated for their recoil cycle.
Air rifle cases: protect the rifle and scope during storage and transport.
Targets and pellet traps: for training and zeroing with a suitable backstop.
PCP compressors: check maximum pressure, filtration and connections.
Air rifle magazines: select by model, generation and calibre.
Airgun accessories: charging equipment, maintenance, supports and spare parts.

Learn more about air rifle pellet types and how to zero an air rifle scope.

Maintenance and safe handling

An air rifle is not a toy. Handle it responsibly, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and always identify the target and what lies beyond it.

Wear eye protection and use a suitable pellet trap or backstop.
Keep your finger away from the trigger until you are ready to fire.
Never point an air rifle at people, animals or property.
Store it unloaded, in a dry location and away from minors.
Do not leave spring or gas-piston rifles cocked for extended periods.
Use suitable maintenance products and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Follow all local rules governing purchase, power, transport and use.

Browse cleaning and maintenance products and read our guide to using Bore Cleaning Foam.

Carbin's experience with airguns

Carbin grew from a family gun shop founded in 1938. In 2005, we brought that expertise online through carabinasypistolas.com, a project dedicated to airguns for fifteen years. That experience continues at Carbin through a broader range and specialist support before and after purchase.

International shipping is available where the product, destination and applicable regulations allow it. Buyers must check the requirements that apply in their country.

Specialist air rifle guides

The best air rifles of 2026
Top 15 by powerplant, experience and budget.

PCP vs spring air rifles
Technology, advantages and total cost.

Best-value PCP air rifles
Recommendations by budget and equipment.

.22 vs .25 PCP air rifles
Trajectory, shot count and calibre choice.

Gamo air rifles for beginners
Models suited to new shooters.

Gamo 10X GEN1, GEN2 and GEN3i
Differences between multi-shot generations.

Gamo IGT vs spring
How the firing cycle changes.

Frequently asked questions about air rifles

What air rifle is suitable for a beginner?

A manageable spring or gas-piston rifle with reasonable cocking effort is often a good starting point. .177 and .22 both offer a wide choice of pellets.

What is the difference between PCP and spring power?

A PCP stores high-pressure air and requires charging equipment. A spring rifle generates the required pressure during each cocking cycle and is fully self-contained.

Is a gas piston better than a spring?

Not in every case. A gas piston removes the coil spring and changes the firing cycle, but accuracy still depends on the barrel, trigger, pellet, hold and optics.

Which calibre should I choose?

.177 is common for beginners and targets, .22 is highly versatile, and .25 uses heavier projectiles and requires a suitable platform.

Does every PCP require a compressor?

No. Depending on the rifle and reservoir, it may be filled with a compatible hand pump, compressed-air bottle or PCP compressor.

Can I fit any scope to an air rifle?

No. The rail and mounts must be compatible. Spring and gas-piston rifles require optics designed to withstand their distinctive recoil cycle.

Which air rifle pellets are most accurate?

There is no universal answer. Test suitable pellet weights, profiles and head diameters to find the best grouping in the individual barrel.

Does Carbin ship air rifles internationally?

Yes, where the product type, destination and applicable regulations allow it. Buyers are responsible for checking their local requirements.

Buy and compare air rifles at Carbin

Filter the collection by powerplant, calibre, brand, price and availability. Check the selected variant and contact Carbin if you need help comparing the rifle, scope or PCP charging equipment.

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