Crosman Vital Shot Break Barrel Air Rifle .22

CROSMAN VITAL SHOT BREAK BARREL AIR RIFLE .22

The Crosman Vital Shot is a no-nonsense, spring-powered break-barrel air rifle designed for plinking, target shooting and light pest control. Its rugged yet streamlined design makes it an excellent choice for both beginners and more experienced shooters looking for an affordable, reliable .22 calibre rifle.

FEATURES 

• Calibre and Power: Chambered in .22 (5.5 mm), this rifle delivers a power just below the UK legal limit of 12 ft·lbs (~11–11.5 ft·lbs).
• Action: Break-barrel design for cocking and loading – a tried-and-tested mechanism that’s simple and durable.
• Powerplant: Spring-piston system offers consistent and dependable shot-to-shot performance.
• Barrel: Rifled steel barrel ensures accuracy and stability.
• Threaded Barrel: Features a ½″ UNF thread, enabling the attachment of a silencer or moderator.
• Stock and Ergonomics: Ergonomic thumbhole synthetic stock provides control and comfort. It has textured grip areas for better handling.
• Cheek Pads: Dual-sided cheek pads make the rifle suitable for both left- and right-handed shooters.
• Butt Pad: A non-slip rubber pad helps absorb recoil and improve shooter stability.
• Sights: Equipped with a fibre-optic front sight and an adjustable rear sight to help with quick target acquisition even in low light.
• Mounting Rail: 11 mm dovetail rail for mounting optics or scopes.
• Safety: Manual safety engages when cocked, helping prevent accidental discharge.
• Trigger: Two-stage adjustable trigger — allowing the shooter to fine-tune trigger pull to their preference.
• Dimensions and Weight: Overall length: 1,075 mm / 107.5 cm
• Weight: 2.95 kg
• Performance: With the specified power, it offers good usability for both casual shooting and pest control.

WHY CHOOSE THE VITAL SHOT?

• Affordability: A cost-effective air rifle that doesn’t compromise on the essentials.
• Versatility: Its power, ergonomics, and cartridge make it suitable for a variety of uses — from backyard plinking to managing small pests.
• Upgrade-Friendly: Thanks to the threaded barrel and mounting rail, it’s easy to attach a moderator or a scope later on.

IN THE BOX

• Crosman Vital Shot Break Barrel Air Rifle
• User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

This rifle is designed to deliver less than 12-foot pounds of power to stay within UK law. However, FPS depends on the pellet weight and quality, i.e. brand used. Each rifle will perform differently, so we recommend trying different brands of pellets to see what works best in your new air rifle. More info can be found on our Blog or in our FAQ section of this website.