Is the Gamo Swarm Bone Collector Gen3i .22 good for hunting?

Yes. It is built for small game and pest control, with a 10-shot magazine for quick follow-ups and a suppressed barrel. The .22 caliber delivers more energy on target than .177 at the cost of a loopy trajectory.

How does it differ from the single-shot Gamo break-barrels?

The main difference is the 10X GEN3i magazine, which auto-indexes off the rifle's recoil so you do not hand-load each pellet. It also uses the IGT Mach 1 gas piston and Whisper Maxxim suppression.

Does the scope come with it?

Yes. It ships with a Gamo 3-9x40 scope and a Recoil Reducing Rail, so it is ready to mount and zero.

What pellets work best in the magazine?

Use quality domed or pointed pellets of consistent length and seat them fully. Some owners report jams with odd-shaped or very long pellets, so test a tin before relying on it in the field.

How hard is it to cock?

The break-barrel stroke takes real effort, more than a light plinker. Expect it to be tiring over a long session, especially for smaller shooters.

Is it quiet enough for a backyard?

The Whisper Maxxim barrel reduces the report noticeably compared with a plain spring rifle, but it is not silent. Check your local rules before shooting near neighbors.

Gamo Swarm Bone Collector Gen3i .22 with scope

Q: Where is the Gamo Swarm Bone Collector Gen3i .22 with scope cheapest?

At Walmart, for $289.39, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

4.2 / 527 ratings

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 27 ratings. Owners like the rapid-reload magazine and the quieter, smoother gas-piston shot cycle; complaints center on cocking effort, hold sensitivity and pellet pickiness.

What people mention

Reload speedPraisedOwners single out the auto-indexing 10-shot magazine as the reason to buy it over a single-shot break-barrel.
Cocking effortCriticisedSeveral say the break-barrel cocking stroke is stiff, which tires you out over a long shooting session.
AccuracyMixedGroups tighten once the right pellet is found, but results vary with hold and pellet choice.
NoisePraisedThe Whisper Maxxim barrel is reported to take the sharp crack out of the shot.
TriggerMixedThe two-stage CAT trigger is adjustable and usable, but not as crisp as target-grade triggers.
Magazine feedingCriticisedSome owners report misfeeds or jams with certain pellet shapes and lengths.

About the Gamo Swarm Bone Collector Gen3i .22 with scope

The Gamo Swarm Bone Collector 10X GEN3i is an air rifle in .22 caliber, developed with Michael Waddell and Travis "T-Bone" Turner of the Bone Collector TV series. It has a beechwood stock with the Bone Collector logo and laser-engraved checkering on the grip and forearm. A Gamo 3-9x40 scope is included.

The 10X GEN3i rapid-reload system uses a horizontal 10-pellet magazine that is fed by inertia. The magazine indexes automatically using the force of the recoil. The rifle is powered by an IGT Mach 1 (Inert Gas Technology) piston, which gives higher velocity, less vibration and a longer lifespan than traditional spring-powered air guns. It shoots up to 1,100 fps at the muzzle.

Whisper Maxxim sound dampening pairs a lightweight, fluted-polymer, rifled steel barrel with sound suppression to reduce noise. The Custom Action Trigger (CAT) is a two-stage adjustable trigger. The Recoil Reducing Rail (RRR) absorbs 99.9% of recoil to protect the scope, and the SWA (Shock Wave Absorber) recoil pad adds comfort.

Caliber

.22

Velocity

1,100 fps at the muzzle with .22 pellets

Magazine

10-pellet horizontal inertia-fed magazine (10X GEN3i)

Power

IGT Mach 1 (Inert Gas Technology) piston

Stock

Beechwood with laser-engraved checkering

Barrel

Fluted-polymer, rifled steel, with Whisper Maxxim sound dampening