Can you shoot pheasants with a air rifle that shoots up to 30 yards?

Answer 1

Yes there are several that are capable of that range. However do not select an air rifle that shoots only BB's or BB's and pellets. Only select one that shoots pellets. These rifle will have rifled barrels. Also use hunting pellets (Hollowpoint) they make a clean kill. Expect to spend around $150 for a good rifle. Check rifles like the "Gamo Big cat" or several of the other brands like the Benjamin Trail XL ($300). Also do not use lightweight pellets like the "Raptor" Use a heavy weight pellet. They will fly slower but will have more kmock down power on impact.

There are air rifles that are designed for big game hunting. They are capable of bringing down a deer. These rifles are in the PCP Class (PreCharged Pneumatics) starting with small game rifles like the Benjamin Discovery ($350) with hand pump. But I think you would do fine with a less expensive good .177 or .22 caliber air rifle.