what did you end up with?

Thanks again, back to the internet for me.

I'd still refer to the YouTube 'hunter' postings - most of the hunters on there have years of experience - and most I've seen are only too willing to advise on kit.

I'm currently restricted to sub 12ft/lb – but did a huge amount of research before I bought my first 'hunt-capable' springer - an AirArms TX200 - which can be picked up the UK for around £500.

There are many really good examples on Gunstar - a UK gun-trading platform.

Unsure of the implications of shipping out to Oz though – but you may have a similar platform over there.

When it came to buying a hunt-capable PCP I went for the AirArms S510 Ultimate Sporter - circa £1200 in the UK.

I'd also do a lot of research on your scope – it's as critical for accuracy as having a good rifle.

Also, bear in mind, one day you may want a better rifle, but it you already have a really good scope you can continue to use it.

Good luck.

Morning thanks for the quick response, the pigs will be dealt with by a friend with a shotgun so no worries there. Regarding sub 12ftlb not a problem here as no power restrictions. I was leaning towards springer due cost here are 30-40% higher than the UK. Some of the lower cost PCPs are also looking good (Kral puncher breaker and Umarex gauntlet $900 AUD each) in either .22 or .25 The Kral can be bought with 3 barrels .177/.22/.25 so could be 3 in one which is interesting, the electric air pumps are also expensive and traveling 2hrs each way to get a bottle filled is not going to happen.

I'd forget a springer - they tend to be much louder than pcp's.

If you're intending to shoot rabbits, cats and foxes at any distance you really should be looking at high power pcp's - over 12ft lbs rifles.

I'd check out the kit used by professionals in your neck of the woods - go onto YouTube and search "Australian Air rifle hunting"

If you want to see what the Brits use - do the same with "UK Air rifle hunting" - there are any number of air rifle hunting videos for information.

For pigs though - you're probably looking at really high-powered .50 cal rifles - if they're legal over there.