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What Is Air Gun Ammo?

Air gun ammo is metal projectiles in a variety of shapes and sizes. Different types are made for different shooting applications, and your choice can impact everything from accuracy to range. Here's a quick breakdown:

• Pellets: The most popular option. Designed with a skirted tail and available in several shapes---domed, hollow point, pointed, and wadcutter---pellets work great for everything from target shooting to pest control.
• BBs: Round, usually steel projectiles, ideal for high-volume plinking and CO2-powered pistols. Affordable, fun, and perfect for beginners.
• Slugs: These are heavy, bullet-shaped projectiles designed for maximum knockdown power and precision---typically used in PCP rifles for hunting or long-range shooting.

We also carry round balls, darts, arrows, and other specialty ammo for those with more specific needs.

Choosing the Right Ammo for Your Air Gun

It's not just about caliber---matching the right ammo to your air gun ensures top performance and safety. Here's what you need to know:

By Powerplant:

• CO2 & Multi-Pump: Best paired with steel BBs or lighter pellets for easier handling and smoother shots.
• Spring-Piston & Gas-Piston: Mid-weight pellets work well here. Slugs are usually too heavy for these platforms and can hurt performance.
• PCP: These guns are built for power. Heavier pellets and slugs are no problem and offer the best accuracy and energy transfer at long distances.

By Purpose:

• Plinking & Target Practice: Domed or wadcutter pellets offer consistent accuracy. BBs are a great low-cost option for casual shooting.
• Hunting & Pest Control: Hollow points and slugs deliver high-impact energy where it counts.
• Competition: Go for match-grade pellets with tight tolerances for repeatable results and tight groupings.

Key Factors: Weight, Velocity, & Accuracy

When choosing air gun ammo, keep these in mind:

• Weight: Heavier pellets hit harder and maintain energy over longer distances but require more air to send downrange effectively. Lighter pellets may shoot faster but can be unstable in windy conditions.
• Velocity Match: Your air gun's power determines what weight works best. If your gun shoots too slow with a heavy pellet, you may lose accuracy and energy. Conversely, too much velocity with light ammo can cause instability.

Remember: a well-matched pellet to your air gun can make the difference between a hit and a miss.