Best value pellet guns for target practice and plinking
Researched by Deal.ai's shopping agent across stores on November 4, 2026. Prices below are today's.
Top pick: Crosman P1377 American Classic — a variable-pump .177 pellet pistol that lets you add pumps for more power or fewer for quiet backyard plinking, and it's accurate enough for paper targets. Simple, self-contained, no CO2 to buy.
Who the others suit:
- Crosman 2240 CO2 pistol — if you'd rather not pump between shots; bolt-action, easy to shoot well.
- Crosman F4 NP / Legacy 1000 / Ruger APX — budget rifles for longer-range plinking; the F4 comes with a scope.
- Gamo Varmint or Wildcat Whisper — step up in accuracy and power; the Whisper is the quieter choice for close neighbours.
- Hatsan Jet II (.22) — if you want a heavier pellet and a repeater magazine.
Skip the .50-caliber revolver and PCP rifles here: overkill and pricier to feed for targets.
The picks
- #1
Crosman P1377 American Classic Variable-Pump .177-Caliber Pellet Air Pistol
- Powerplant: Variable Pump
- Action: Bolt Action
- Lead Pellet Velocity: Up to 600 fps
- Length: 13.6 in
- Product Weight: 1.875 lbs
- Barrel Material: Steel
