The Kral Puncher Pro 500 40 yards to 90 yards accuracy

In this video I test the Kral Puncher Pro 500 from 40 yards to 90 yards. The rifle performs extremely well out to 70 yards, but at 80 yards and 90 yards things get more trickier as the wind starts to have its effect. As long as you know the hold over and windage though, this rifle should easily be able to handle any of these distances.
Conclusions: A very good quality rifle for the budget, and capable of 1/2 inch groups out to 50 yards.
For tuning of the Kral brand have a look at Annihilator Guns USA:
annihilatorairgunsandtuning.com/

[@shaneweightman]

My buddy has bought a Kral np500 with match trigger , the tactical looking one , and has high shot count an is as accurate as his hw110 , regularly shooting a reactive target at 72 yards , very good gun for 500 quid cheers mark Shane

[@johndunn9663]

Looks like you really enjoyed shooting it Mark, very impressive accuracy irrespective of the very modest pricing,

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Yes, great value for someone just getting into shooting as the extra money can be spent on fill equipment and scope.

[@bertbccfu9564]

Beautiful gun

[@redtop9413]

Great video mate.

[@mikepattinson3285]

Mark For unsorted pellets straight out of tin accuracy is very good. As you say great value for money, and at the price you can mess on/tune it

[@TripleB72]

A good video as I've just got a Kral Puncher Knight and have shot it at 50 yards with 5p groups indoors so would like to see what my gun could do at 70-90 yards? as you don't see that many reviews for the knight!

[@danny007boy123]

really good review.thx

[@tinabates542]

I think I'm going to add that gun to my collection

[@stevejohnson1797]

Good vidio, acuracey and reliebility is only things you need. My daystates have the acuracy ok but do not have the reliebility lately! Guna have a clear out n try another brand..

[@daleweller5193]

That is a beautiful piece of wood on tha rifle.

[@DC_Fishing]

Excellent

[@jeansandmyshirt]

im trying to buy a kral pcp bu there are so many. which one should i get. kral pumcher pro 500, or kral super jumbo, kral puncher big max .22cal are available at my local store

[@iantcroft]

Enjoyable video thanks. Wish you would have chosen paper targets on the further distance tests as think that would have shown grouping better. My past was working with air rifles but never got myself a pcp rifle. I now quite fancy one. What would you say are your 5 top pcp,s best for accuracy and price in 12 ft lbs? Years ago I sold lots of Theoben rapid 7s and falcon pcp’s as well as spring and ram rifles, just wonder how much more accurate they are now. Thanks.

[@bertbccfu9564]

If you want to get into it with a nice gun on the budget side look at the Hatsan Flash I have the Flash and the Flash pup my flashe is in 22 flashpup is 25, both fantastic guns

[@tedsell1455]

My krals shoot great ,Thanks

[@Titus9508]

Thanks for the honest and detailed review. Going by the design and layout of the stock it looks like a great contender for 25yrd bench rest user nsra rules. As a budget shooter I'm very tempted... I've been using the new BSA Scorpion TS for 8 months now and find it to be an excellent reliable all rounder with superb accuracy, it might make a good subject for another budget review if you could loan one?

[@topher12661]

I have an NP-500 with the Jumbo barrel shooting 880fps with the 10.3 Air Arm pellets a little less with the 10.5 crosmans. Great accuracy, consistency and lots of shots [10-14 shot mags] for a non regulated pcp. Setup for Hunter FT here in Canada limited to 20 ft/lbs.

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

That's interesting. So the legal limit for Airguns in Canada is 20ft/lbs without a Firearm license? That's what it should have been in the UK. It would have helped a lot for 100 yard targets. I believe the HFT at 55 yards was designed for our sub 12 ft/lb rifles, as they are too loopy in trajectory pst that, even in.. 177. I know you aren't allowed silencers, but can you still own more powerful air rifles with the correct permit? I was over in Canada on Vancouver Island for around 9 months in 1980/81 and at that time the only restrictions were on hand guns, but you could still own one after background checks. .

[@hw100hunter5]

hi mark,,not bad going at all,nice looking rifle and accuracy is not too bad either over them distances,,i think if i had one i would have liked to have seen a barrel band on as im not a big fan of free floating barrels especially taking it out hunting,but thats just my opinion,all in all a good pcp for the money,nice job,😊👍👍

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

I suppose in one respect the shroud screws into the breech and there are o-rings between the barrel and shroud, so that will give it some support. If you did want to fit a barrel band there are plenty of 3D printer people doing parts for airguns now days, so it wouldn't be too hard to get one or two made.

[@simonwestwood8368]

Nice review fella. I'm def going to buy one now. What scope was you using make etc. And you look familiar, 2 Para Yorkshire man?

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Hello Simon, this rifle belongs to club member, Dave Palmer. The scope used was made by Discovery Optics, which are a great brand of scope made in China, but don't let that put you off. A lot of the branded scopes such as Hawke and others are made their as well. The brand is really growing due to how good they are and value for money. I shot three of Dave's different Kral's and this one was definitely the best. It was an improvement over the Kral Puncher Jumbo with the thumbhole stock due to the upgraded trigger. You can see another review from Big Dan's Airguns on youtube, as he also did a review on one of these. Regards the Brotherhood, I am the treasurer of Nottingham Branch of the Parachute Regimental Association and get around to a lot of the Airborne events. Our Branch also have a lot to do with Chesterfield and Sheffield Branch and meet up when we can, so you may have seen me at one to the annual events around the Country, or even on Facebook at a related event. N M Products near sheffield sell some of the Kral's and they are usually good value compared to others if you live in the area.

[@renator109]

Os canos das carabinas kral são martelados a frio?

[@OffGridMadMan]

Are you meant to keep both eyes open when using a scope? I honestly didn't know you could do that. I'm trying to get better and keep my left eye firmly shut, does it affect my accuracy?

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

It's entirely up to you. It's something I got used to doing when in the Army. It opens up poriferal vision to see what's going off around the target. Looking through a scope can give tunnel visio to dangers outside the scpoe view.

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@airgunsniper-elite7385 makes sense as long as you can still see the target picture properly. Thanks for the reply! And your service Sir. Paras? Was my dream but got injured. I'll try this out 👍

[@chrisjennings493]

A nice video which I’ve watched a few times, thanks for taking the time. Was the rifle tuned or tweaked at all?

[@tonyevans9311]

When did you serve Mark ? And what Battalion? I was in 2 Para from September 74 and finished my time in September 96 . A very informative Review, am looking at buying an ATA Airborne PCP in .22cal also manufactured in Turkey , have seen a few reviews with a lot of excellent reports about the rifle , any possibility of you doing more a review on the said rifle ? Your comments would be greatly appreciated 👍🏼 UTRINQUE PARATUS Mukka 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴‍☠️👍🏼

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Between 1983 and 1997 Did first three years with Parachute Field Ambulance, then went to 23 SAS until 1992, followed by three years in 4 Para 16 detachment. Treasurer of the Nottingham Branch of the Parachute Regimental Association. Have quite a few members of 2 Para in the Branch. Falklands vet Carl "Purcy" Purcell 2 PARA and Shaun Hanley, plus Danny Blair and Grant Grinham from 3 PARA. From what I have seen the ATA Airborne looks a good rifle and almost thought about buying it because of the name. Not heard anything bad about it. The Kral and Hatsan are now well established brands and are very accurate, but there seems to be more manufacturers appearing from Turkey over the past year such as Aselkon and Retay. The latest Benjamin rifles have also been made in Turkey, so they can't be that bad. I have had problems with my Retay, but other manufacturers of the same design have different build qualities. Cattleman Guns in the US have a really good design known as the Pneuwa in different models, which look the same, but with better build and quality control, which they hope to start selling in the UK soon.

[@patronilotapayan6016]

Hw mny pcp airgun ripll.. Sir

[@2S1L3NT]

That was still a ton of shots for having started so low on pressure

[@jamesroberts8009]

What fps/joule are you running in this video?

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Depending on the pellets used expect between 10.6 and 11.6 foot pounds on full power setting for UK rifles.

[@cubleycat]

I would recomend a lighter pellet, 8.4grn AA or JSB, less drop off!

[@surreallife777]

Do you think you could hunt dear, small bears, or hogs with this gun and what distance?

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Not at the power of this rifle. There was a tuner in the US, I think his name is Troy Hammer. He used to custom tune Krals to big bore, high power, so with those, maybe. They probably produce 200 or 300 ft/lbs of energy.

[@BuntaBall40]

Mate have you shot the Kral Bighorn. No one has one down here. What honest review before buy

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

No sorry Steve. I haven't even seen one advertised in the UK. Some of the more powerfull ones and big bore plus semi or fully automatic ones don't even come to the UK due to our strict firearm laws, even though you could buy one with an FAC, semi and fully automatic rifles are not available here either, even on a firearm permit. .22 rimfire semi auto are allowed for some reason, but the airguns are treated like full bore firearms.

[@BuntaBall40]

@@airgunsniper-elite7385 Thanks mate

[@Airgunfunrich]

You do like I do shoot further than you should with sub 12 (only on targets!) just to see if my rifle/I can do it…

[@scottmckenzie1162]

Are they any good as I've just ordered one.just Purely on how good the look

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Yes, the Pro 500 is one of their best with a very good trigger out of the box.

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Just remember to give the barrel a good pull through before shooting it. They tend to use a lot of preservative to help prevent rust while in storage. After 40 shots the groups should tighten up.

[@scottmckenzie1162]

@@airgunsniper-elite7385 thanks for that information it's much appreciated

[@kircespirov]

noice aiming with both eyes open ;)

[@jakegtalchemy8778]

I enjoyed the video. I'd recommend you stop using a bipod. They are hunting aids IMHO.... No good for bench, despite everyone using them... Your right about your pulse I reckon... But think about the bipod it's the perfect front vertical hinge. Use large soft bag and get lower to the table there is less of your body involved in vertical variation just my opinion, all I do at the moment is shoot bench over and over I can't get enough of it.

[@paulbishton9596]

How many shots per fill

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

300+ depending on caliber and power output.

[@davldcooksey4137]

Well Mark, I would say buy a Kral and it would make a good pal, money well spent without a big dent, sorry I've got the rhyme it must be that time, Dooo, 🙄, Hope every thing goes ok at the Funeral for you all, 👍🇬🇧.

[@daleweller5193]

At sub 12 foot lbs I am surprised that there is enough adjustment in your scope to shoot 50 yards.

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Hello Dale, With sub 12ft/lbs rifles they are quite capable out to 60 yards for scope adjustment. 55 yards is considered the max range for HFT / FT shooters. Once you go out to 70 to 100 yards, that's when you need adjustable mounts, or lower the power on the scope. At long range it is best to use a scope where the reticle comes all the way to the bottom of the scope. We have shooters that hunt rabbits out to 70 yards with sub 12ft/lbs rifles. They do this using laser range finders and apps like the chair-gun to make the shot. Just check out Simon Pittaway on vermin hunters TV to see this in action.

[@justso1823]

You can put a 1mm shim under the rear mount under the scope tube

[@shaneweightman]

Looks to be a half decent gun for the money Mark , 5p at 50 yards can’t be laughed at , cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

Yes, great value for the money, and can achieve similar results to a rifle twice the price, or two for the price of one sounds even better.

[@mohdhasrul8524]

How much..from Malaysia can oder

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

The rifles vary in price depending on where you buy from, but in the UK you can pick them up from £530 to £570

[@mohdhasrul8524]

Almost 4k in Malaysia..

[@mohdhasrul8524]

@@airgunsniper-elite7385 i From Malaysia sir.

[@raymcglothlin4412]

Thank you just got one in the 22 just getting in too this sport don't know shit any good And vice

[@tomhughes5123]

cheers bud , bit susspensefull

[@markhomer5704]

Its accurate , its good looking , its value for money , you know what I recon? I think your going too purchase one , and do your " magic " on it ... go for it , you only live once .. Just watched AAR on the new Leishy2 , I like it ( strangely enough ) but just shy of £2000 , AND ( possibly ) being outlawed in the future , naaaaaah just aint worth the risk , PLUS the fact , I recon its no more accurate then the KRAL you've just reviewed/ tested , the extra £1500 just aint worth it , just for the novelty , semi - automatic , SORRY , SELF INDEXING ''' silly me "" slip of the tongue

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

I'd love one, but if I got another, you'd see my name in the obituary's list of the Nottingham Evening post. I will need to use psychological reverse psychology on the Wife first. I didn't realise the Leishy 2 was so expensive. Plenty of other options for that kind of price. You could probably get a Steyer multi for that kind of price if that's what is needed, or two or three well-made rifles for the price of the Leishy 2.

[@markhomer5704]

@@airgunsniper-elite7385 Indeed mark ... liking the look of that new " huntsman " ( cant remember name ) side cocking & regged ... a beauty

[@davldcooksey4137]

mark homer yes the leishy is nice but 2k 😦, no buy two 1k each, or four Krals I think you would get more pleasure with four, and that way you could always say to the wife, well it's better to have four, rather than one😗👍.

[@markhomer5704]

@@davldcooksey4137 I like your thinking dave , kinda took a bit of a shine to that new huntsman ( revere ? ) looks a beauty , recon about £850 ( ish ) and a good scope .. about £250 .. gorra save me pennies though ...

[@airgunsniper-elite7385]

@@markhomer5704 That would be the Huntsman Revere. About four or five club members have them on order, so hopefully I can review one. The Hunstman is the most popular rifle over the years that Daystate have had. The new one will keep it that way I think, and it's price is entry level for Daystate to boot.

[@sosonic12000]

mmm....

[@barryjohnson5126]

nothing over 60yrds id going to be consistant.

[@gosbeskidu1929]

Not very accurate at 70 yards.