7 Best Pellet Guns for Pigeons

1) Gamo Varmint Air Rifle

With a high firing velocity of up to 1250FPS, Gamo Varmint Air Rifle tops our list as one of the best pellet guns for pigeons. What makes this air gun stand out among the rest is its high accuracy. With it, you get a 4×32 shockproof and fog proof scope. This scope improves your shooting accuracy regardless of the shooting distance.

This air gun might not be the quietest in the market, but it’s quiet enough to not spook the pigeons nearby. This pellet gun is designed to last for decades. It features an all-weather synthetic stock with a snug, non-slip texture. The comfortable grip enhances your shooting experience even in wet weather conditions.

You’ll also love how lightweight this firearm is. Weighing about 5.47 pounds, your pigeon shooting sessions becomes much more comfortable.

Features

• Highly accurate in both short and long ranges
• Durable construction
• Rubber recoil pad
• Quiet operation
• Budget-friendly
• Dual raised cheekpieces
• 1250FPS firing velocity
• Gamo trigger with an adjustable second stage
• Includes 4×32 shockproof scope and mount
• Lightweight and easy to carry
• Gamo PBA Platinum pellets .177 Cal
• Spring piston break barrel air rifle
• Ergonomic, non-slip stock
• Synthetic ambidextrous all-weather stock

2) Daisy 880 Powerline Air Rifle Kit

If you are looking for the best air rifle kit for shooting pigeons, you should go for the Daisy 880 Powerline Air Rifle Kit. It includes safety glasses, 4×15 scope, 750BBs, and 500 Daisy pellets.

Made with beginners in mind, this air rifle is impressively easy to pump. It’s also lightweight and convenient to carry around. This is a multi-pump pneumatic rifle. For versatility, it’s compatible with both BBs and pellets. When using the .177 caliber pellets, you get a firing velocity of 715FPS. Moreover, you get a 750FPS with the BBs. These two velocities are adequate to take down pigeons and other small pests.

Another impressive feature about the 880 Powerline is the wood-grained Monte Carlo stock and forearm. It’s not only eye-catching but also incredibly comfortable and durable. When it comes to sight and precision, this air rifle comes with an adjustable notch rear sight for easy sighting adjustments and a fixed fiber optic front sight for quick and easy focusing.

To top it, this air rifle is reasonably so you don’t have to spend a fortune to buy it.

Features

• Compatible with both BBs and .177 pellets
• Easy to pump
• Shoots BBs 750 fps
• Shoots pellets 715 fps
• 50 shot BB capacity
• High firing speed
• Adjustable rear sight
• Durable make
• Front and rear fiber optics sights
• 4x15mm scope with rings
• Multi-pump pneumatic rifle

3) Ruger Blackhawk Combo Air Rifle

The Ruger Blackhawk Combo air rifle is another high-performance pellet rifle ideal for shooting pigeons. This air rifle is designed for small game hunting, pest control, and target shooting.

It has very high shooting velocities. With lead pellets, this air gun shoots up to 1000fps and 1200fps with alloy pellets. Such velocities will deliver excellent results regardless of the shooting activity you are engaged in.

When it comes to accuracy, this air rifle offers unparalleled accuracy. It features standard front and rear fiber optics which enhance your long-range shooting accuracy.

Besides, the rear sights are adjustable for windage and elevation. And that’s not all. A 4×32 scope is also included to enhance your pigeon shooting accuracy.

Another impressive feature of this air rifle is its comfortable stock and grip. As your cheek sets on the ergonomic stock, your grip will be comfortable and secure thanks to the contoured shape and checkering. Every Ruger Blackhawk Combo air rifle weighs 1kg. This lightweight design makes it easy to carry around and is great for field use.

Features

• Spring piston powered
• Standard front and rear fiber optics
• 4×32 scope and mounting rings
• All-weather composite polymer black stock
• Lightweight and easy to carry around
• 30lbs cocking effect
• Ultra-comfortable stock and grip
• Compatible with the .177 caliber pellets
• 1200 fps with alloy pellet
• 1000 fps with lead pellet
• Spring-Piston power

4) Crosman .177 Bolt Action Variable Pump Pellet and BB Gun 

When it comes to shooting pigeons and general pest control, you can hardly go wrong with this Crosman .177 Tactical Style Air Rifle. What makes the air Rifle great for pigeon shooting is its superb accuracy and power. Thanks to the variable control, this air rifle is ideal for shooting pigeons inside shelters and sheds.

This air gun is compatible with both .177 caliber pellets and traditional steel BBs. In each kit, you get 50 copperhead BBs, 50 premium .177 caliber pellets, 5 air gun targets, and Crosman safety glasses as well. Another impressive feature about this air rifle is its durable make. The steel barrel, as well as the overall make of this firearm, is durable and water-resistant.

Overall this air gun is great for shooting pest birds, plinking, small game hunting, and skill development. It also comes with a cross-bolt safety feature that prevents accidental firing.

Features

• All-weather durable stock
• Lightweight and portable
• Quiet operation
• Multipurpose application
• Impressive accuracy
• Compatible with both .177 caliber pellets and steel BBs
• Variable control from 350fps-700fps
• The cross-bolt trigger for safe and proper handling

5) Black Ops .177 S – Power Piston Break Barrel Rifle

This Black Ops Sniper Rifle is a break barrel air rifle great for long-range shooting. It is powered by power piston technology for the best performance in any shooting range.

This air gun is built to last. It is made from high-quality materials that are fully weatherproof and extremely durable. Compared with older spring-powered air guns, the performance of this air gun is unparalleled. It shoots .177 caliber pellets up to 1250FPS with incredible consistency.

When it comes to shooting comfort, the stock of this sniper rifle has an adjustable cheek guard for the ultimate shooting comfort. You can also use the sturdy bipod to enhance your shooting comfort especially if you are engaged in long shooting sessions.

To improve your shooting accuracy, this air gun features adjustable fiber optic sights. A 4×32 scope is also included to provide better accuracy in any distance. An integrated sensor is also included to make your whole shooting experience quiet.

Features

• Adjustable bipod legs
• .177 Caliber (4.5mm) pellets
• Durable construction
• Smooth trigger pull
• Adjustable Bipod Legs from 8″-10″
• Silent shooting
• 6″ Picatinny Optics Rail
• Consistent and durable
• Superior long-range accuracy
• 4×32 scope with covers
• Adjustable cheek rest
• Adjustable fiber optics
• Integrated suppressor provides quiet shooting
• Included: 4×32 Scope with Covers, Adjustable Cheek Rest, and Adjustable Bipod

6) Daisy Adult Red Ryder BB Gun

If you are looking for a more accurate air gun for pigeon shooting, the Daisy Adult Red Ryder BB Gun is your ideal option. This air gun is incredibly lightweight. It weighs less than 3lbs. This makes it incredibly easy to carry around and comfortable to hold even for extensive sessions.

The maximum shooting distance of this air gun is about 195 yards while the maximum velocity is 350fps. You can therefore use it to shoot pigeons inside their shelters, sheds, or on top of buildings.

When it comes to matters of accuracy, this air gun has a blade and ramp front sight for quick and easy focusing and adjustable open rear sights that enhance your long-range shooting accuracy. For maximum safety, this air gain comes with a cross bolt trigger block that prevents accidental firing.

Features

• Multi-pump pneumatic action
• Quiet operation
• Cross bolt trigger block safety
• Lightweight and easy to carry around
• Superb long-range accuracy
• 650 shot capacity
• Front and rear sights for added accuracy
• Durable all-weather construction

7) Gamo Swarm Maxxim G2 .22 Cal Multi-Shot Pellet Rifle

This list wouldn’t be complete without us mentioning the Gamo Swarm Maxxim G2 pellet gun. It is not only easy to pump, but also easy to use.

Unlike other break barrel air guns where you reload the gun every time you want to shoot, the Gamo Swarm Maxxim is different. Once you have cocked its barrel, you get to shoot up to 10 pellets before you cock it again.

The .22 caliber pellet provides you with high muzzle energy for the ultimate impact and penetration. Besides, you get 1,000FPS while maintaining long-range accuracy. Moreover, this air rifle features a recoil-reducing rail made from aluminum. This rail absorbs the shockwaves produced during recoil. A shockwave absorber recoil pad is also included to absorb different shocks and let you shoot comfortably.

Another impressive addition to this pellet rifle is the Gamo 3-9×40 scope. This scope is fully fog proof and shockproof. With this scope, it’s hard to miss the target regardless of the distance.

By being a multipurpose gun you can also use it for pest control, recreation shooting, skill development, and everyday use.

Features

• All-weather durable stock
• 10x GEN 2 rapid reload technology
• Lightweight and portable
• High 1,000FPS
• 10 shot magazine
• Gamo 3-9×40 scope with rings
• Shockwave absorber recoil pad
• Recoil reducing rail
• Whisper Maxxin noise reduction technology
• Highly accurate
• Multi-purpose application