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Pinty Vanguard

Overview & Spec

Step up your shooting game with the Pinty Vanguard. Choose high-velocity .177 (970 fps) for flat trajectories or hard-hitting .22 (850 fps). A built-in regulator ensures consistent precision. The 100 cc tank delivers 25-40 shots, dual mags and a sidelever enable fast follow-ups. Integrated silencer, adjustable hammer spring, and 11 mm dovetail rail complete the package.

Warning: If filling the airgun from 0 psi, then it will be necessary to cock the airgun to remove the force of the Hammer against the firing Valve. Otherwise, the air will pass through the firing Valve and out the barrel, and the airgun will not pressurize.

Specifications .177 Caliber .22 Caliber
Caliber .177 (4.5mm) .22 (5.5mm)
Color Black Black
Velocity 970 fps (8.18gr pellets) 850 fps (18.13gr pellets)
Muzzle Energy 17.1 ft/lbs 29.1 ft/lbs
Max. Fill Pressure 3,625 PSI (250 BAR) 3,625 PSI (250 BAR)
Regulated Shots 25 20
Shots per Fill 40 30
Magazine Capacity 9 8
Cylinder Size 100cc 100cc
Action Sidelever Sidelever
Function Repeater Repeater
Trigger Two-Stage Adjustable Two-Stage Adjustable
Trigger Pull 1.2 – 1.5 lb 1.2 – 1.5 lb
Barrel Length 18.1’’ (460mm) 18.1’’ (460mm)
Overall Length 34.4’’ (875mm) 34.4’’ (875mm)
Weight 4.8 lb (2.1kg) 4.8 lb (2.1kg)
Body Type Rifle Rifle
Rail Type 11mm Dovetail 11mm Dovetail

Included in the Box

  • PCP Airgun

  • 2 Magazines

  • Filling Probe

  • O-Ring Pack

  • Sealing Oil

  • User Manual

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Caliber

.177 (4.5mm)
.22 (5.5mm)

Caliber

.177 (4.5mm)
.22 (5.5mm)

Caliber

.22 (5.5mm)
.25 (6.35mm)

Velocity

850 fps (.177, 8.18gr pellets)
700 fps (.22, 18.13gr pellets)

Velocity

970 fps (.177, 8.18gr pellets)
850 fps (.22, 18.13gr pellets)

Velocity

920 fps (.22, 18.13gr pellets)
860 fps (.25, 25.39gr pellets)

Cylinder Size

100 cc

Cylinder Size

100 cc

Cylinder Size

310 cc

Regulated Shots

25 (.177)
25 (.22)

Regulated Shots

25 (.177)
20 (.22)

Regulated Shots

45 (.22)
35 (.25)

Shots per Fill

40 (.177)
40 (.22)

Shots per Fill

40 (.177)
30 (.22)

Shots per Fill

70 (.22)
60 (.25)

Max. Fill Pressure

3,625 PSI (250 BAR)

Max. Fill Pressure

3,625 PSI (250 BAR)

Max. Fill Pressure

3,625 PSI (250 BAR)

Field-Tested. Expert Approved.

Real performance is proven on the range. We partner with industry experts and leading marksmen to put Pinty gear through rigorous field testing. From tracking precision to long-term reliability under action, watch our partners push this model to its limits and break down what makes it a game-changer for your setup.

See the data, watch the review, and discover the Pinty difference for yourself!

Customers praised this PCP air rifle as "well made" with excellent value. Reviews highlight it's "lightweight, easy to fill, and shoots hard and straight" with impressive accuracy and low noise. Shoppers report it's "not too awfully pellet picky" and delivers consistent performance for backyard plinking and small game hunting.

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  • 5 stars: 10 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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James Tidwell
Just a Great Little Rifle

I can't say enough good about this little rifle!
Using FX or JSB Hades 15 grain pellets, I am getting 3 full magazines before it falls of the regulator. At 20 yards it is smacking my target then penetrating a heavy industrial fiberglass tote behind it, before sinking into my 2x4 backstop. It's on me, I left my chrony turned on, killed the 9v battery so couldn't check speeds today, but it's obviously pretty good.
I paired my Vanguard with a Monstrum 3x circle dot optic, and it's perfect. This is definitely the best value PCP or any air rifle purchase for the price out there. Can't go wrong for lite duty pesting!

Hi James, thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your Pinty Vanguard and that it performs so well for your needs. Happy shooting!

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Back Roads
Great value for the money

Filled to the recommended and shot a mag. Norma 17.6 over the crony, 768 - 775 seems to favor the 775 readings, I was rapid firing testing mag and reg recovery time., working very well.

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Don Hansell
177 Pinty Vanguard, "it is Outstanding".......Move over Storm Riders....another thumper is here...

I just recently received a 177 Pinty Vanguard, it is a well designed and manufactured air gun. It is very accurate out to 50yds, using OEM Stock Crosman 10.5gr pellets, (Hosp sparrows and Starling) just hate it, when they raid the Cluck Cluck's feed pan.
I will be buying a 22cal Vanguard to go with the 177 cal Vanguard, I have now.
Have over 500+ rds down the tube and nothing has changed, still makes the pest birds fly after the first shot. Very loud with NO silencer.

There was a minor problem with the OEM silencer, I could not get any decent groups using it (2-3" shotgun groups) at 25 yds.
Checked everything and it was a good to go. So I Pulled the silencer off and I am now getting 3/4" groups at 50yds, when I did my part, very pleased with the 177 now.

I like the regulated pressure, very consistent shots @ around 850 fps for the Crosmans 10.5gr pellets. ( I shoot tethered).

MY Major complaint: There is NO CALIBER DESIGNATION stamped/marked on either of my Pinty air guns, for Identification of the caliber.

I can see a problem, when the other Pinty's air guns are received, it will be very hard to make sure you have the correct mags/ammo, with the correct rifle or pistols, when there is NO CALIBER MARKING ON THESE AIR GUNs........
There should be a CALIBER MARKING on these air guns, to reduce the confusion on which caliber, is to go with each air gun.

A semi permanent Caliber, marking sticker would be a great help to avoid any confusion with any owners that have 2 or more of the same model air guns/pistols.

This is the first air gun I have bought, that had NO CALIBER MARKINGS
on the air guns, that I have been using/shooting since 2017!

This is a list of air guns, I presently own and shoot, since 2017,
4 Sheridans 64/67 yr models - 22 cal/Hammerli 850 Air Mag -17 x 2, + 22 cal /QB-79 - 22 cal /Guantlet - 22 cal / Crosman 150 - 22 cal, 2nd Variant Model / Crosman 160 - 1st Variant Model - 22 cal /MRod Varmint 22 cal Sentry 705-2 - 22 cal /Sentry 705-9T -25 cal / Dar 17/22 cal Discovery / Dragon Fly I- 22 cal & DF II 17 & 22 cal / Diana Storm Rider 17 & 22 cal /17-22 & 25 cal Bandits Black, 17 -22 cal Chaser rifle/pistol combo's/ 22cal Pinty Buster pistol- 17 cal Vanguard..
CF 4500 45 min SCBA tanks x 3, w/GX/CS 4-1 compressor providing the go juice...for most the above.........

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Mike Mills
Great Guns

The last two guns I have gotten have been great and fun!

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Tim Mckenzie

Well made PCP, especially for the money.

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Anonymous
Great rifle

Not my first PCP, but I believe it’s going to be my favorite. Lightweight, easy to fill, and shoots hard and straight. I honestly cant find anything that bothers me about it. Very happy with my purchase!

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Raymond Conn
Good gun,good value

After a week of shooting, the vanguard has proved to be flawless in performance, it's not too awfully pellet picky and shoots the norma heavy,s (economical in there own right) with dime sized groups at 35 yards. this has become my favorite back yard plinker and has enough speed and energy for small game (tree rats) and light enough to carry all day. Keep up the good work Pinty!!

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Joe Chiao
Vanguard .22

Nice little rifle, easy to fill up with hand pump, low noise and very accurate. A good rifle for backyard fun.

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Jovani Granados
First PCP

This Air Rifle is genuinely so cool. For it being my first PCP, it surprised me how quiet it is.

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George ortiz
GREAT SCOPE

I purchased a scope from pinty and it is a really good scope I'm getting really accurate shots with the scope as well as my pinty rifle worth every penny worth the purchase

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Vanguard rifle

I don"t see a place of the rifle to put a scope. Pleease verify that a scope can be installed

Pinty Scopes

The Pinty Vanguard does support scope installation. The rifle comes with built-in fiber optic open sights for use right out of the box.

For mounting a scope, the Vanguard features an 11mm dovetail rail, which is a common mounting system for air rifles.

If you already have a scope with a Picatinny/Weaver mount, you can also use an 11mm dovetail to Picatinny rail adapter to mount it on the Vanguard.

FAQs

What Is a PCP Airguns?

Pre-Charged Pneumatic (PCP) air rifles are the top tier of modern airgun technology. They power each shot using a built-in reservoir filled with high-pressure compressed air.

Why shooters prefer PCP over traditional airguns:

  • Zero Recoil: No heavy spring slamming forward, allowing you to stay perfectly on target.
  • High Consistency: Delivers stable, repeatable velocities across dozens of shots per fill.
  • Maximum Power: Easily drives heavier pellets at higher FPS for reliable hunting and target shooting.
Do I need a license to buy a PCP airgun?

In the United States, airguns are generally not classified as firearms under federal law, meaning no federal license (FFL) is required for purchase.

  • Shipping Restrictions: We ship across the domestic US, excluding Alaska and Hawaii.
  • Local Regulations: Some jurisdictions (such as New York City, New Jersey, Chicago, or parts of California) have strict local restrictions regarding calibers, magazine capacities, or shipping. It is the buyer's responsibility to check local laws before placing an order.
Do Pinty PCP air rifles feature a built-in regulator?

Yes, all Pinty PCP airguns come standard with a high-performance, internally regulated system.

Instead of relying on an un-regulated valve that suffers from velocity drops as the tank pressure decreases, our built-in regulator ensures that every single shot receives the exact same air pressure from the first fill down to the regulator's set point.

How do I maintain my PCP air rifle? Is dry firing safe?

PCP rifles require far less maintenance than springers, but here are the golden rules:

  • Dry Firing: It is generally not recommended to dry fire (shooting without a pellet) frequently. Without a pellet to create backpressure, the raw airflow causes harsher impact on internal valves and O-rings over time.
  • Lubrication: Keep the external moving parts (like the side-lever action) lightly lubed. Never put petroleum-based oils inside the fill nipple or air reservoir, as high-pressure oxygen combined with petroleum poses a combustion hazard. Use pure silicone oil only.
How do I fill a PCP air rifle, and what equipment do I need?

Unlike CO2 or spring guns, PCP air rifles require specialized high-pressure equipment to fill their onboard tanks. You can fill them using three primary methods:

  • PCP Compressor: The most convenient method. A portable 12V/110V PCP compressor can fill your rifle in just a few minutes.
  • Scuba/Carbon Fiber Tank: A large external tank that can quickly transfill your rifle via a fill station adapter.
  • High-Pressure Hand Pump: A budget-friendly, manual 3-stage pump. While effective, it requires significant physical effort.

Note: Standard shop air compressors or bicycle pumps cannot reach the high pressures required for PCP airguns.

What caliber and type of pellets should I use? Can I shoot slugs?

For premium performance, we recommend using high-quality lead pellets matched to your rifle's caliber.

  • Pellets vs. Slugs: Our current barrels feature precision standard rifling (non-choked) optimized for standard diabolo pellets. While they can shoot lightweight slugs, round-nosed or hollow-point pellets will yield the tightest groupings and best consistency out of the box.