Gamo Pellets Cal. 4.5 mm – Precision and Power Unbeatable Shots

Gamo 4.5 mm pellets are made mainly of high quality lead, which provides them with density and deformability, essential for impact absorption and shooting precision. However, some models include additional materials:

Lead-free alloy pellets: They are lighter, increasing the speed of the shot and reducing plumbing in the barrel.
Pellets with steel core or polymer tip: Improve penetration and expansion on impacts, ideal for small game or pest control.
Copper or tin coatings: Increase hardness and reduce friction, improving flight stability and keeping the barrel cleaner.

The weight of the pellets directly affects the speed, precision and energy of the shot. At Gamo, the most common weights in grains and grams are:

Light pellets (less than 7.5 grains / 0.49 g): Ideal for speed shooting, as they achieve higher FPS, but can be more sensitive to wind. Example: Gamo Raptor Power (5.4 grains / 0.35 g).
Medium pellets (7.5 - 8.5 grains / 0.49 - 0.55 g): Balanced option for sport shooting and precision at medium distances. Example: Gamo Match (7.56 grains / 0.49 g).
Heavy pellets (8.6 - 10 grains / 0.56 - 0.65 g): Greater stability and penetration in small game and long-distance shooting. Example: Gamo Hunter (9.7 grains / 0.63 g).

Gamo pellets are manufactured in Spain with a controlled production process that guarantees uniformity and precision. Manufacturing includes:

Casting and molding: The pellet is shaped with minimum tolerances to ensure homogeneity in weight and size.
Weight and shape control: Individually inspected to avoid imperfections and ensure stable flight.
Protective coatings: Some models include copper, tin or polymer plating to improve performance and minimize buildup of debris in the barrel.
Precision and aerodynamics test: Tests are carried out on different types of rifles to verify their ballistic behavior, grouping and flight stability.

The 4.5 mm caliber is the standard in sports shooting, plinking and small game hunting, with different options depending on the purpose:

Precision and competition shooting: Pellets with flat heads such as Gamo Match are preferred, ideal for piercing targets and obtaining sharp cuts.
Recreational shooting and plinking: Models with a round or semi-pointed head, such as the Gamo Pro Magnum, provide a good balance between speed and precision.
Small game and pest control: High-penetrating pellets, such as Gamo Red Fire (polymer tip) or Gamo Rocket (steel core), maximize impact on small targets.
Long-distance shooting: Heavy, streamlined pellets, like the Gamo Hunter, maintain a more stable trajectory and better conserve energy over long distances.