Therefore, during the competition, participants must demonstrate not only aiming and shooting skills, but also good marksmanship and rifles’s control. Practiced at amateur and competitive levels, plinking involves hitting targets placed at different distances and in different positions.

Competitions can be structured in different ways, such as fixed-distance precision trials or dynamic courses that require quickness and accuracy in hitting moving targets.

It is recommended to follow simple recommendations to enjoy the fun safely. Marking the area where the competition is taking place is important for the safety of you and your neighbors. In addition, it is recommended to wear appropriate glasses and earmuffs to protect the most sensitive body parts from possible impacts.

The most popular tool for this fun sport is the air rifle. Balanced, fast and accurate, the RX5 rifle is the best-selling air rifle in Europe for plinking competitions. With a compact and essential design, the RX5 is the best choice for having fun without bulk, while for high-performance and versatile rifle.

Another alternative in the RX range is the RX40 model. With an attractive and elegant design, it stands out for its unmistakable line. Its under lever technology allows the barrel to keep the aim on the target, ensuring maximum shooting accuracy.

As for calibers, the .177 and .22 are the most common ones for plinking. However, there are other options available that, depending on your preferences and shooting style, will satisfy your needs to achieve the best results.

As for pellets, it is important to choose the right type of pellets for your rifle. High quality « Made in Germany » pellets, such as Stoeger AIRGUNS, are the best choice.

Plinking with air rifles is a rewarding and training pastime that can help improve your shooting skills and provide hours of healthy fun. So what are you waiting for? Get your rifle, set up some targets, concentrate, and score as many points as you can!

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Accumulating experiences that then become memories to share, perhaps over a good glass of wine, is something truly special aspect of nature’s essence, with its myriad surprises.

Hunting small and medium game is a very common practice, carried out individually, in your farm,it requires quick steps, good breath, and a lot of agility.

A lightweight and compact air rifle from the Stoeger AIRGUNS line is the best choice for the hunter who wants to move with ease in confined spaces such as barns and around the farm, without sacrificing comfort and top-level performance.

Choosing a lightweight and manageable rifle is very important to move through vegetation and tackle long distances without getting tired. The PCP (Pre-Charged Pneumatic) XM1 BULLPUP model, with a length of only 700 millimeters (with a conventional barrel length), is the ideal solution for a funny day of hunting!

The BULLPUP configuration allows for a compact and well-balanced rifle, where the rifle’s center of gravity  coincides with the pistol grip, for instinctive shouldering and absolute comfort. Stoeger AIRGUNS technologies such as the Multi Grip System (MGS) and Pro Adaptive  Checkering make the XM1 BULLPUP rifle extremely ergonomic.
Featuring multi grip points with cutting-edge  textured surface allows for a firm and adherent grip, for a quick and instinctive shouldering in any shooting situation.

Extremely precise, even at long distances, the new models from Stoeger AIRGUNS, XM1 RANGER and XM1 SCOUT, guarantee excellent performance for hunting small and medium game.

The redesigned flat and widened forend improve shooting stability and the free-floating barrel significantly reduces vibrations on the shoulder, for controlled and precise shooting.

Precision in shooting is a guarantee with Stoeger AIRGUNS. The new XM1 RANGER and XM1 SCOUT rifles feature a THREAD MUZZLE at the muzzle end, which further stabilizes the rifle and allows for the mounting of accessories such as a silencer (where legally permissible) or compensator to reduce turbulence and maintain target aim.

The days are long and sunny, and the warm, shining March sun beckoning, now is the perfect time to have fun outdoors, in total safety, with Stoeger AIRGUNS rifles!

What are you waiting for?
Choose the model that best suits your needs among the proposals in the Stoeger AIRGUNS range!

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Hunting pests is precisely aimed at countering their excessive impact on the environment. To achieve this goal, an excellent ally is definitely a air rifle. Stoeger AIRGUNS offers a wide range dedicated to this.

The Stoeger AIRGUNS XM1 standard rifle model, ergonomic and versatile, is capable of combining great precision, even at long distances, with excellent use on the hunting field. The distinctive and ergonomic design of the XM1 Bullpup, combined with the best technologies, make this rifle model the best choice for moving with speed and agility.
Designed and developed following the principles of Human Tech Design, the XM1 features ergonomic lines that adapt well to the shooting needs of every hunter, allowing them to have a firm and comfortable grip to fully experience the hunting experience.
The XM1 rifle line is available in calibers 4.5mm/.177, 5.5mm/.22, and 6.35mm/.25, and the most suitable caliber for this type of activity is definitely the .22 caliber.

Another suitable choice for varminting is undoubtedly the RX20TAC rifle. Maneuverable and balanced, it is designed to provide a firm and natural grip in every shooting condition. A faithful companion to every hunter or airgunner who passionately and dedicatedly strives to preserve the balance of the environment and nature from the actions of pests and wild animals that continuously cause damage to the entire system.
The RX20TAC model represents the pioneer of cutting-edge production, with distinct lines, perfect for ergonomics and functionality. The innovative solutions of the Multi Grip System and the Pro Adaptive Checkering blend perfectly in this highly performant and comfortable rifle model.
The presence of a textured, grippy, and state-of-the-art surface, along with multiple grip points, offers the shooter a personalized and anatomical grip. The RX20TAC version is available in two calibers: 4.5mm/.177 and 5.5mm/.22. Maximum power in .177 caliber is 22 Joules and in .22 caliber is 23 Joules, with an 11mm scope mount.

Just like in selective hunting, varmint control is one of the best tools for preserving biodiversity and protecting the ecosystem, for environmental sustainability aimed at species conservation.

So what are you waiting for?
Have fun with Stoeger AIRGUNS rifles!

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