Hunting the Most Powerful Production Airgun? (Hatsan Piledriver .457)

I recently had a chance to hunt with one of the most powerful production air rifle in the world! In this video I take the soon to be released Hatsan Piledriver .457 with me on a hunt in Texas. This big bore rifle is generating over 700 fpe, and provides 5 usable shots per fill, propelling a 525 grain up to almost 780 fps. The .50 caliber version is putting out over 800 fpe.
I used this gun to take deer and javalina, and the terminal performance was very impressive. I only had the gun for a short while and can’t wait to get it back for another outing and a more rigorous test day on the range.
This rifle was ergonomic, fast and easy to cycle, offered a high shot count (in the context of uber powerful big bores). But power without accuracy is meaningless, and I can report that this gun is also very accurate. Give the video a look, and if you have any questions, I will do my best to answer them.
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[@leafywatson249]

Me&wifey really did love this new hatsan 45cal video thanks buddy.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the comment!

[@jollyrancher400]

You are such a great hunter..standing position..moving target..its a rare skill since most hunters are using stick and tripod nowadays..

[@elvinamillaneam]

Wow that rifle looks super can't wait to see more of it in your future videos...

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hello Elvin, hope to get it out again soon!

[@jerrycrowe8448]

Always fun to watch you out doing what we all want to be doing. Great job on your harvest love the stories

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Jerry, appreciate the comment!

[@vanboy5697]

Hatsan is putting out surprisingly good beasts, a little rough around the edges sometimes but reliable and very sturdy.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Their guns are a solid build quality, great performance, a good feature set, great value...... maybe not the best finish but a workman like product and you can always dress it up without adding too much cost.

[@Hunttip]

Great hunt!! Loving the looks of the new hatsan! Thank you!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Power aside, the looks and ergonomics of this gun ware nice.

[@MissionaryInMexico]

I'll wait until Airgun Depot has it in stock for overnight delivery, but I will most certainly buy one. This is an amazing gun and I'm gravitating more towards Hatsan for my main field rifles.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hatsan makes some really good rifles and their value is outstanding.

[@bowfishingfalcon1162]

Nice shooting Jim, that's an awesome rifle ,I'm so happy with my hercules 45 that I just slapped a sightmark wraith on it today 👍🏻

[@americanairgunhunter]

I've had some good hunts with these guns in recent years.

[@bandpassmess]

When I seen the deer go down I yelled GD that thing dropped like it was hit with a sledge hammer , that thing hits hard .

[@TheIceman1302]

Awesome video, Jim! Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the comment, appreciate it!

[@johnraina4828]

That's a crazy powerful airgun

[@phillipmendiola2100]

Outstanding nice shooting nailed that Javalina

[@nolimitracing9752]

Excellent video man. Keep these coming👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@benparker5598]

I recently bought a .457 Hercules. I have a 200 gr HP mold and a 145 gr round nose that both shoot real well out of the Hercules. I live in NE Texas where there are lots of coyotes and pigs. Look forward to more of your videos!!!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Ben, appreciate that. That Herc does a find job on hogs and song dogs!

[@kyleswift9422]

Wow that looks like a really nice new big bore.

[@americanairgunhunter]

I think it will be one to consider when looking for an air powered deer gun.

[@LastCast2011]

very nice video! Great gun!

[@phillipmendiola2100]

Damm dropped that doe nice ! I have 2 Hatsan PCPs and a 25cal JSAR RAPTOR , I got to get me a 45cal pile driver , AWSOME REVIEW AND HUNT

[@cheapairgunner1966]

Looks like Hatsan is delivering. Big Hatsan fan myself.

[@juanbedia4866]

Great videos always bro thanks for making airgun videos informitive educational and entertaining.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Juan!

[@radar2116]

Nice work man!

[@caseyl3631]

Brilliant shot on the piggy! Perfect hit! Great hunt, I love it when it goes like that, make up for the many times it just doesn't all come together!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Only problem was that shooting offhand I let the gun raise and almost didn't capture the shot.....

[@AffordableAirguns]

Great rifle, great video,congrats

[@azlanameer4912]

Oh my God! How powerful this gun is!!!! The pallet passed through the body of pig. Thanks from Pakistan for showing😍

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

@@Shivamkumar-pi6zu , what do you mean?

It doesn't shoot pallets.

[@capesquirt]

Yeah. I bet Hatsan might even bring this gun into production for the general public. Did I hear Jim say you can get more than two usable shots? I hope it comes a repeater like my Hatsan Hercules in .45 seven shot rotary mag. I have had good luck with Hatsan products. I also have a Mod 130 .30 and a Sniper 125 in .25. Both strong and accurate.. Waiting for a AT-44 pump action. Love the videos Jim. No bias and informative. Thanks..

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks. Yes, the gun groups 3 with no shift in POI, then drops 2" and 4" for shots 4 and 5, but they are completely usable. The gun is a single shot.

[@spaceman1999]

It just amazes me how far Airguns have come!The size of the ammo just blows my mind !This is a whole new ball game and it’s very exciting. Good shooting !

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks. It has changed a great deal. When I came back to the States in 1999 a confirmed airgunner, after almost 15 years living in Europe, Japan, and Australia, I thought I was about the only one in the country hunting with airguns. I found more like minded people in the early 2000's through online forums, and as I started writing online articles, then books, magazines, and eventually the whole video thing, I got plugged into the community and the industry in a way that was never anticipated. From this vantage I've gotten to watch and be a part of the innovation and changes in the world of airgunning, especially with respect to hunting opportunity in the USA and South Africa. Its been a wild ride so far, and keeps getting better every year, I really do think we are in the golden age of airguns!

[@wildburroshop6581]

Howdy Jim 2 thumbs up for the extra effort for making this video on the Pile-driver. You are quite the hunter and I always enjoy your videos.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks! Keep coming back!

[@wildburroshop6581]

@@americanairgunhunter Jim I have watched all of your videos. Can you give some advice on cotton tail and Jack Rabbit meat preparation. I'll be heading out this weekend east of Redlands to hopefully get some for the table. I plan on contacting farmers closer to home to try to get some permissions as well. Thanks again Jim.

[@jellywaltz6334]

Hi Jim great video, I'm wondering if you could get the same performance from the hatsan bully 457? You can also put on a larger 580cc carbon fiber bottle to Increase shot count with those heavier slugs!

[@oscardalit5267]

Nice shot very powerfull.

[@fairmanbockhorst1181]

Thank you for sharing your hunt.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for watching!

[@jerrypruett8870]

Watched again Jim! LIKE! Really tired of paying extra for TV Channel to watch reruns! So I watch Jim! Semper FI!

[@americanairgunhunter]

I appreciate that

[@russsherwood5978]

thats the way to hunt, one shot and your game is in the bag, no tracking, i found way to many animals that were wounded and lost tracking, great hunt, be strong, be safe, and be blessed

[@jerrypruett8870]

JUST HAD TO WATCH AGAIN!! LIKE!! Semper FI!

[@crypto_creep8222]

Love your videos and enjoy all our hunts together 👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

Glad your joining!

[@heyyoubuddy6749]

Wow what a performer, was looking at the air force lsscf .457 for deer here in the woods around the cabin. Want something that will drop critters humanely. Thank you for taking me out hunting with ya!

[@americanairgunhunter]

I like that Texan as well, and don't think you can go wrong with that gun either. I did like the ergonomics of the Piledriver.... but need to spend more time before I can draw a direct comparison. I've got several Texans in different calibers, and I've taken a lot of game with them. But the Texan and the Piledriver, even if they had the same power, would be different guns. I think a lot will come down to which and individual prefers.

[@dub2536]

I had no clue that an air-powered rifle could travel thru a boars torso. When I first saw that dustball emit I thought u missed the boar. To realize it travelled thru blew my mind. I might almost believe we walked the moon. new sub. great video!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks much and welcome!

[@samueljones6021]

Im with u 100% on the pass through on the javalina but we may have to have a talk about the moon landings. Awesome gun but not a magic wand😂 ive been a distance shooter most of my life and looking for a change. Just started looking into terminal ballistics at distance (100-300) and so far this gun rules the yard in this caliber.

[@RetirementVille]

Fabulous hunting once again, Jim.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for watching James

[@RetirementVille]

Your work there, goes to show that the UK laws are very onerous and unnecessarily so. For most deer, our laws prescribe .243cal minimum = >2000ftlbs !!! With that 525gr lump of lead, I bet you get far less meat damage than we do with our 100gr 3800fps ballistic tips! :-)

[@williamthomas5780]

Well you already got a thumbs-up from me but I watched the video again so here's another one Jim... 👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

I'll take as many thumbs as you've got! Thanks!

[@terrynb12]

I was going to buy the umarex hammer but not now. Hatsan Piledriver here I come!

[@joey0077d]

Just Awesome.. I have two Hatsan .22 and .45. The .45 I just bought. Looks like it’s going back to get this one. Nice review of the new Hatsan Piledriver.. Looks like a early spring release date of this airgun. Or hoping it will be. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, even though I only had this for a short time, it is a rifle I definitely want to spend more time with. Would love to test it with lighter bullets as well!

[@joey0077d]

americanairgunhunter ... hope your able too. Would like to see the review you will do. It looks like a good New Year for all air gunners.

[@lesfilanto]

@@americanairgunhunter you should see what upnorth Airgunner has tested with his Airforce Texan. He had a lubed Lehigh Defense Maximum Expansion round that expanded to broadhead widths

[@joey0077d]

Just a update. I kept the .45 bully. I got the piledriver after seeing all the reviews on it. Seeing your review on it sure help me make up my mind on it. Stay safe and happy hunting.

[@billylongley9580]

Wow great power

[@americanairgunhunter]

No doubt this gun is a monster!

[@mikebenoit6648]

I love it nice shooting

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thabnks Mike, appreciate the comment

[@heithwatkins]

Thanks brother. Excellent review as always. I love all your videos. I find them honest and full of real world information. This rifle appears to be a contender against the Umarex Hammer. I already own a Kral puncher breaker in 25cal. I love these Turkish airguns. I also see Hatsan is always a powerhouse. I am buying a Hatsan next. I believe Hatsan is a excellent value and high quality. Thanks for your video brother. God bless you.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Heath, appreciate the feedback and support. I think this should be a gun to consider if your looking for a hunting rig for deer or hogs. BTW....Got that same Kral and enjoy hunting with it.

[@72rrwilson]

I have the kral puncher jumbo and just got the hatsan air max both 22 cal. They are both great guns, the kral is a lot louder then the hatsan. The hatsan is a powerhouse of a gun out the box. I’ve taken squirrels with both and birds with the kral. They both do the job, but when you hit them with that hatsan you know it. The loudness of the pop and them just hitting the ground. They don’t get back up!!!

[@jaredcattouse7174]

Great video

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@FarmerFpv]

I'm surprised not many people know about the Winchester 70-45 cal air rifles that have been out for years. It's a sub 700 to 750 ft-lbs PCP. AEA now has the 70 cal beast, I want to try it. Nice shooting sir, you knocked them all off their feet.

[@americanairgunhunter]

These rifles are private labeled by Winchester, manufactured by Evanix, marketed by Gamo. I have many of the Evanix rifles and find the quality good and performance solid. Haven't shot the private labeled guns which I understand have been manufactured to Gamo/Winchester specification. I think part of the issue may be that while Winchester is a legendary name in firearms, it carries no weight in the airgunning world, and there is a stigma about Gamo with many mainstream airgunners. I'll have to take a closer look, as I think Gamo shouldn't be discounted. The .72 caliber AEA Zeus is a very nice gun that I've done a bit of range work with. Taking it to Texas next week on a hog hunt, looking forward to seeing it in action!

[@daveredmond9430]

Great vid nice gun amigo more vids with that.rifle

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks dave, I'll be going after mule deer, whitetail and hogs with it next month!

[@kaylamarie8309]

That is a beast of an air rifle!

[@americanairgunhunter]

It does have presence :)

[@kaylamarie8309]

@@americanairgunhunter Yes it does for sure. Would love to have one. One day I'll pony up and buy one. I already have a few Hatsan PCP rifles but none exceeding .25 cal.

[@le3045acp]

videos are much better with the scope cam footage thanks for listening to me when i suggested more scope footage great vid keep up the good work sir

[@americanairgunhunter]

I try to listen and like to try new things. I almost lost the javalina impact though, because of the barrel lift during recoil. Need to pick when to use it better. But thanks for the feedback... it will get better

[@ObservantSeedsower]

This is the first of your videos that I have seen but I just wanted to tip my hat to you. Well done. Liked and subscribed.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks and welcome, hope you keep coming back, I appreciate the comment (and the sub!)

[@ronwells8806]

Amazing!

[@americanairgunhunter]

I was impressed with it, thing hits like a sledge hammer.

[@GBrai-mu5zy]

Damn,that's no joke.the way it dropped that doe is crazy

[@Krod50]

That's alot of power ,that high grain seems to go right through the animals!👍🏼

[@americanairgunhunter]

It is a very powerful and accurate rifle. Going to take it after hogs next month.

[@arsygarcia1366]

Very nice.. Very powerful..

[@3k3yxsouth94]

Damm this make the UX hammer look bad they got to step up there game😂...nice clean shot

[@duanehopland7506]

Very impressive ! Congrats ! I.just took a javelina with the Benjamin bulldog at 55 yards with aeromagnum hollow point quartering sharply to me . Hit between eyes exited head entered in front of shoulder breaking rib and through lungs and liver breaking spine at rear and a rib and coming to rest in hind quarter.Dropped like a rock and never flinched.Mu first time hunting with an air rifle.Blew my mind an air rifle could do that :)

[@americanairgunhunter]

That bullet did some convolutions!! Congratulations. Javelina are one of my favorite airgun quarry.

[@duanehopland7506]

@@americanairgunhunter yes Sir ! One of my favorite quarries as well.Taken them with bows I build from branch off tree and river cane arrows, spear I flintknapped, revolver, several rifle Cal's, flintlock black powder rifle , inline muzzle loader and now air gun now. Never seen one drop do fast without flinching

[@michaelb.42112]

That's INSANELY powerful !!!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Yeah, it hits hard..... took a buck with the .50 this week and it was mind blowing how hard that hit!

[@UpNorthAirGunner]

Awesome video Jim! I love how our industry just keeps pushing things forward. I might of missed it, but did you mention the fill pressure to get those numbers? On board carbon fiber bottles 250 to 300 bar with heavier springs in these big bores is definitely the next trend. Thanks for all you do for our sport!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Chris, appreciate it. I was filling to 300 BAR, but it would be interesting to see what could be done with some tweaking

[@nickhathaway4617]

All these airguns are awesome i love the sport I have an FX in 30 1in at 100yards and a airforce shooting 22 slugs at 1000fps with 1/4in groups at 50 yards have to try 100 it's awesome where it's going but I feel like they need to slow down before they get I don't even want to say it but I think you'll know what I'm talking about

[@FarmerFpv]

@@nickhathaway4617 The FX impact Mk 3 30 cal at 100 yards is sub-MOA, the most accurate gun in the world. It just won RMAC and beat last year's record by a lot.

[@timbaskett6299]

I think big game hunting with an air rifle would be so satisfying. I know how Hatsan quality is, I own 10 of their springers, and this maybe the big bore air rifle I've been wanting for.

[@americanairgunhunter]

It is, I take my centerfires out of the safe a couple times a year.... to clean them! Don't think I ever hunt firearms again unless there is no other option.

[@timbaskett6299]

@@americanairgunhunter My "current" want to hunt with rifle is my Thompson Center Hawkens .54cal. I'll have to wait until next year, however.

[@sbjennings99]

Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thannks, glad you found it interesting!

[@nabahuairgun1904]

So good Airgun Hunter

[@randyperkins5063]

The flashpup now has a big brother heck yeah I'm getting one! Great video Jim!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Randy, enjoy that Flashpup, nice little gun. Used it in PR shooting iguana and it worked well!

[@davidhagerman7165]

I have a question, I have a 45 cal Hatson Hercules. I understand that you use round ball like the Pile diver. What diameter is the Round ball used in the Hatson Hercules? Is it the same as the pile driver?

[@chevyryda60]

Powerful Airgun looks like the bully big brother nice!!!!!

[@c.h.fieldsports9876]

Wow, that's some air gun , it really makes our 12ftlb rifles in the uk look like water pistols , 😂 , great video Jim 👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Colin, those 12 fpe rifles in the UK are where the airgun hunting movement got started! We've got the hunting opportunity here that makes them practical for our market..... but yeah, its different!

[@alant5757]

Pretty sure Germany only allows 10ftlb air rifles. Pathetic.... and sad.

[@_just_me_1568]

@@alant5757 7,5 Joules -> around 5,5 ftlb

[@poorfatman5317]

You ought to check out the 85 cal air rifle

[@derrickmitchell39dm]

This is the air gun of all air guns, shit!!!@😳

[@numeprenume512]

That was a fast shot...

[@noraartmac1514]

The godfather, and you sir are masters at this craft.

[@americanairgunhunter]

No man, Tom's the Godfather.....don't think I'll ever reach that level of airgun knowledge!!....... thanks though, I appreciate the thought

[@noraartmac1514]

@@americanairgunhunter copy that sir.

[@MrRyanmcmahon]

How does it compare to the Hatsan Hercules bully, for the same task < Hunting deer)? Thanks

[@americanairgunhunter]

The Bully .45 is generating just under 300 fpe, which is more than enough to hunt deer. The Piledriver in .45 is generating over 700 fpeand over 800 fpe in .50. That would give you a bit more reach and knock down power. Personally, if I had a Bully in .45 I wouldn't sell to buy the PileDriver (unless I intended to hunt hogs or other heavy bodied game). On the other hand, if I was buying one or the other for the first time, would probably go with the PileDriver.

[@MrRyanmcmahon]

@@americanairgunhunter Thank you, Much appreciated.

[@average_airgunner_Outdoorsman]

Good video I've always liked hatsans , I really like this one , but I already purchased a extreme big bore in 408 , which is a good purchase and great gun but a bit more money I'm thinking also , I will own another big bore and pretty sure I'll be trying out the hatsan , thanks for the video love actual use in the field which it's intended for !!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks! I'm pretty sure you paid much more for the Extreme, but they are fine rifles....... but you know you can never have too many!

[@almirria6753]

What is the biggest game/prey have you taken with an air rifle & what was it [both game & rifle]

[@kendrickglover1282]

Nice Jim

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, appreciate the comment!

[@tormentorkillemup2126]

Head to head against the venerable Texan LSS Carbon fiber. The numbers are basically the same. 750+ FPE. Mr Hollowpoint is getting over 800FPE STOCK!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Actually, the Piledriver in .457 is doing over 700 fpe out of the box, but has the potential to go higher, however the gun in .50 caliber is doing over 800 fpe. To be honest, unless your going for really large game, none of this matters much. I have several Texans and like them and use them a lot. I don't think the power difference between these guns matters from a practical standpoint. As a matter of fact I've had the barrels cut down on a couple of my Texans because I'd rather have a more compact gun and am willing to give up 100 fpe in this rifle to get it. But I stand by my statement, based on the specs released by Hatsan and Airforce, the Piledriver is the most powerful production gun. One other thing, none of this is to say I like the Piledriver more than the Texan, but I would put them both on my short list.

[@beebob1279]

I never thought an air gun could compete with a rifle even at close range. but then the electric cars for moderate distances are competing with the gas cars. What a cool firearm. I've looked after watching the video to see the updated prices. Not cheap but very cool. Not sure where the bullets would be purchased.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hello. and welcome! These guns have come a long way and offer a very cool new perspective on hunting. There are several sources for airgun slugs/bullets for these guns, some of my favorites come from Mr. Hollowpoint.

[@kirktilton1863]

how many shots do you get out of a tank? for instance i have a 30 caliber blitz. 45 caliber bully and a 22 invader But i also have a 50 caliber Umarex were i am getting about 800FPE! but only maybe 3? 4? good shots? kill shots? when hunting big game

[@chuckcassel5417]

When you shot the pig the bullet passes clean thru and you can see it on the back side flying off

[@trickmustang1994]

lol. I noticed it also.

[@Vera-xu3xw]

Its actually not a pig

[@rollieb8944]

Javelina/peccary. Looks like a pig but it's not.

[@phillipzx3754]

@@rollieb8944 If it walks like a pig and looks like a pig... :-) But I'm not sure if they taste like a pig. Have you ate them before? We don't have them in our area (southern Washington/norther Oregon).

[@kkgg4419]

@@rollieb8944 IT is Like More a dino

[@martymac5372]

Jim what slugs have you found to be accurate in the .45 Pile Driver, slugs are expensive so I would appreciate any direction you can offer. I would like to stay around 300g. Thanks so much for your time and dedication to this sport. It is much appreciated!!

[@terryweaver2791]

Thank you so much for all your work for this sport. What are your thoughts on this gun (.45&.50) reaching us or might this be another Hammer?

[@americanairgunhunter]

I know that Hatsan has taken a thoughtful approach to this product, making sure they had production running before letting out any information, and getting an inventory in place before they start booking orders. So my expectation is that it won't be another Hammer situation.

[@LoneWOLF-ku7mf]

The Pile Driver is in stock @ Pyramyd Air, they are going quick.

[@johnpittman3489]

Wow that was great.thank you.from Ohio

[@americanairgunhunter]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@frankbollotino2270]

Jim I just don’t see enough of your video’s. Great hunt I really enjoyed it !

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Frank, very nice of you to sa. Glad you liked the videos!

[@nealtressler1661]

Nice hunt Jim... am interested in the Piledriver and can’t wait to see numbers with lighter slugs...maybe even the 50 cal. How long and how heavy?

[@LoneWOLF-ku7mf]

Was going back watching the video & saw your post, MR Hollow Point just did a video on several bullets ranging from 133 to 202Gr, Look up the video & I am sure you will get info you want.

[@stevenleslie8557]

Would anyone recommend a powerful air rifle for home protection? If so, which one?

[@angelcarrion8152]

Awesome

[@sicks6six]

That slug went staright through the havalina and bounced off the ground behind it, that is some powerful gun, 12ft ilb in the UK without a licence,

[@americanairgunhunter]

Yeah, it was a bit much for a 35lb animal. Want to try some lighter bullets and see what happens with HP bullets.

[@narkohuntingvlog]

Very nice...👍👍👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@unchartedcazaypesca6254]

Great video. Can you tell us WHEN THIS RIFLE IS GOING TO BE 4 sale. If possible. When is going to be out in the market please.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Tesoros caza y Pesca From what I have been told, Hatsan will announce at the SHOT Show in late January. I know that they are currently in production preparing for the release.

[@martinburke362]

How many shots would you get out of a full charge with one of these things

[@leroyjarvis5617]

Looked like a spine shot on the doe. Great gun, and great video!

[@bcci324]

Hello Mr Jim. How are you doing sir? I'm looking to buy a pcp airgun and been surching for most accurate, powerful and long distance effective one. I need your guidance.

[@gangoffour6690]

That is one powerful BB gun. I once took an elk with my Daisy Red Ryder BB Gun 👍🏼.

[@tbarb1990]

what did you shoot its eye out ralph

[@heatherh2784]

the new texan 45 mine is getting 820 fpe. 500 gr @ 859 fps

[@tedsell1455]

Now your talking !

[@detectivecornel3848]

what is the scope you were using ??

[@adriannicholson8819]

were can i get one

[@trpe71]

Great vid Jim! Will this thing be regulated? I know the Hammer is supposed to be, wasn't sure if this one was.

[@americanairgunhunter]

No, they are not regulated, but it appears a good job has been done in balancing the valve and hammer springs, the consistency is quite good.

[@Rabbit.760]

Excellent! I'd like to see more muzzle velocity than a 30 cal. I believe it's only a matter of time

[@99prochargedbird85]

@@Rabbit.760 He using a 525gr slug compared to a very light 44.75gr pellet that a 30 cal shoots. Thats a very big difference in weight and is why these guns have alot of fpe 700+ to a .30 calibers 50 - 80 fpe. Just imagine this gun using a light weight 122gr slug from mrhollowpoint that would put this gun at 1100+ fps of muzzle velocity and still have around 350 - 400 fpe.

[@Rabbit.760]

@@99prochargedbird85 no I meant more muscle velocity than a 7.62 or a 30-30 lever action 😅

[@99prochargedbird85]

@@Rabbit.760 Oh I see you were talking about a real firearm not .30 caliber airgun. .45 cal ARMOR PIERCING Air Rifle! This is the Airforce Texan Air Rifle in action.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWKoYZuwnpKsrLc Airforce texan shooting at 4 cast iron skillets plus a full jug of water. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZSml3mLrMeIsJI Here is video of Real firearms shooting at cast iron skillets most could shoot through only 2 cast iron skillets including the AK47, only 1 gun could make it pass the 3rd cast iron skillet kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIO3n2mpiJmchLs&feature=emb_logo

[@derrickmitchell39dm]

Look, where can I buy this?

[@tandtoutdoors5154]

Now that is some serious airgun right there. Jim awesome short review, and shooting. Looking forward to your full thoughts on it. Additionally, I see you were left with a preproduction rti prophet. Any word on when you will post a hunting video and review on it?

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, the Prophet will come out soon, just working on some footage in the next week or two (depending on the weather up here in the frozen North). All I'll say at this point is that it's a good time to be an airgunner :)

[@tandtoutdoors5154]

I am super excited to see it in action. I had the 25 caliber priest 2 and that thing was amazing. Got the airgun piggy bank ready to roll when RTI drops it.

[@normski262]

I still maintain it has the edge on the .457 Texan regard power, a good 50 to 100 + Ft/p more. all the tests I have seen anyway. My one is A beast ..

[@jackpetrey2084]

That thing’s a thumper!!!!!

[@yaddahaysmarmalite4059]

Lucky you! Thanks for sharing your experience. I've been looking for a potential bear/boar air rifle. I've been hoping FX would put something out but this Piledriver may be it. How was the felt recoil? In your videos, I'd like to hear you talk more about your shot placement and pellet travel through the critter. I don't find it gruesome. I like learning from other's experience.

[@americanairgunhunter]

It has a bit of kick, you could see that in my scope cam shots :) . Thanks for the comment, I'll look at adding more detail in future.

[@normski262]

I have one .457 Piledriver Grizzly, and can agree, they are under Underestimated monsters. They have used them here to drop big bears, and they will. just using 142 Gr I think you will get about 10 good shots on the right day!

[@scottdoran3112]

Drilled through that pig like he wasn't even there, thanks for sharing!

[@organogardener9210]

How loud is the gun? Any decibel reading? Have you tried any suppressors with it? If so, any major difference detected?

[@americanairgunhunter]

It has a fairly loud bark, no quantitative measure but it's about the same as other unshrouded BB's. My new production gun arrived, and after I get back from an overseas trip next week, I'll start shooting it and doing a detailed review. Over the next few months I'd like to cut down the barrel, try different suppressors, different bullets, and see what the gun can do.

[@organogardener9210]

@@americanairgunhunter Thank you very much for the prompt reply and sharing of this very intriguing video. I am very excited of the possibilities and looking forward to following your updates on your adventure with this gun.

[@jerrypruett8870]

Hi! Jim, been missing the great airgun hunter! Great video! Ora Pro Nobis' Semper FI!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Jerry, thanks for stopping by, appreciate your support.

[@SuperBenjamin1965]

Own 2 Hatsan a 25/30 They are both break barrels I got the Carnivor To add to my collection being the first big bore break barrel and it does hit hard I recently changed over to PCP picked up the ready air I enjoy the repeated shots but I still go back to the break barrels I did not think that Turkish Made airguns would be as accurate as they are I have taken some large game with these I was surprised Take Care

[@americanairgunhunter]

I still think Hatsan airguns make great hunting rifles. I've got several, have used them for years, and they have continued to work very well on everything from prairie dogs to deer and hogs. Overall, I find them accurate, powerful, reliable, and shootable. My only real complaint is that they tend to be quite heavy..... but that is definitely not a deal breaker for me.