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A CO2 air rifle shoots BBs or pellets (and some are capable of shooting both) using a CO2 cylinder as a power source. There are also full auto CO2 air rifles. For a reasonable price, they offer hours of shooting fun without needing an external source of high-pressure air or tedious pumping or cocking, so look for the perfect co2 rifle now.

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What is a CO2 Air Rifle?

A CO2 air rifle is a rifle that uses CO2 cartridges as the compressed gas that propels the projectile toward the target. These are some of the most convenient and user-friendly air guns on the market.

How Does a CO2 Air Rifle Work?

CO2 air rifles use the power of liquid carbon dioxide in cartridges that are loaded into the gun before it can shoot. It's a simple and effective principle.

When you pull the trigger, a valve opens, releasing a measured amount of CO2 from the cartridge. The released gas expands rapidly behind the pellet, propelling it down the barrel.

Unlike Springers or pump pneumatics, which require manual effort to compress the air, CO2 rifles use stored energy in the pressurized cartridges for multiple shots without additional effort between shots. These cartridges come in two common sizes: 12 grams and 88 grams, with 12 grams being the most common. The 12-gram cartridges often provide 40-60 shots per fill, while the 88-gram cartridges provide 200+ shots per fill.

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Why Should I Choose a CO2 Air Rifle?

Many CO2 air rifles feature semi-automatic or even fully-automatic firing capabilities, allowing for quick follow-up shots. This makes them popular for plinking, target practice, and training sessions that require rapid shooting.

CO2 delivers a consistent power and velocity from shot to shot. This consistency helps maintain accuracy throughout the session, unlike some other power plants that lose power as the session progresses.

With no pumping or cocking required between shots, CO2 air rifles are exceptionally easy to use. This makes them ideal for beginners, younger shooters (with supervision), or those with limited strength.

The CO2 power plant allows for more compact and lightweight designs. However, they do have some limitations, such as temperature restrictions and limited power. CO2 is best used in moderate temperatures. The cartridge pressure drops when temperatures dip below 50 degrees and becomes excessive above 90 degrees. Neither of which is effective for shooting. Excessive pressure can be dangerous. If the cartridge explodes, it could cause damage or injury.

No matter if you want the most realistic shooting experience possible, or just want a fun way to plink cans and pepper paper targets - CO2 rifles are a great place to start. If you are looking for an affordable rifle that's top-rated, easy to maintain, and also a thrill to shoot - you'll find it at Pyramyd AIR.