Hatsan bt65 in .25 cal

[Olbuck]

i am looking at my first pcp rifle but am afraid of the noise from the bt65. What suppressor do you recommend to make this rifle VERY quiet so I don't disturb my neighbors or spook the pests I'm trying to get rid of?
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[snakedoctor9]

Just get the qe version. Airgunproshop.com has pretty good deals on returns.

 

[Olbuck]

Thanks I'll look into it.
as I said I'm new to this forum and all the terminology. Thanks for your help.

 

[NeilClague]

The QE versions are not very quiet, the factory suppressor leaves a lot to be desired, Neil.

 

[wyshadow]

If you are looking for a quite .25, get a marauder.

 

[Olbuck]

My concern with the marauder is limited number of shots per fill. Do you have one and if so how many shots do you get?

 

[blueflax]

I have a .25, Gen 2 Marauder and I get 24 shots (three clips). To get 4 clips, you have to tune it down which will reduce the fill pressure. Another way to increase shot count is to get an air tube extension.

 

[Dan25]

"Olbuck"i am looking at my first pcp rifle but am afraid of the noise from the bt65. What suppressor do you recommend to make this rifle VERY quiet so I don't disturb my neighbors or spook the pests I'm trying to get rid of?
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I get at least 16 good shots before a refill on my Gen1 in 25 and it is what I consider backyard friendly as long as the neighbors are not the PETA types. I pest at my house and the carbon bottle is close so shot count is not a big deal. If it is a biggie for you a cf pony bottle might be the answer. Also Benji is made in the USA and Crosman has been good to me on warranty service.

Remember those 25s will blow through a fox squirrel so make sure you have a safe back stop when pesting around neighbors. These air guns are powerful and dangerous and must be used in a respectful manner. Also check out Teds vid on the ricochet investigation. It doesn't take much to send a pellet far off the intended path, only a small twig will do it.

 

[Olbuck]

I like the extension idea. I'll check into it. Thanks

 

[pheelgood]

I can vouch for the QE being louder than expected. Not really back yard worthy.

 

[wyshadow]

I get 16 very accurate shots where all the pellets hit in the exact place at 50 yards. On my third clip I know my drop in air pressure so I adjust my POI. For my hunting purposes, two clips are more then enough. How many shots are you wanting?

 

[Olbuck]

As I think about it 16 would be two magazines. That should be enough. 
Is a pump really that difficult?

 

[blackdiesel]

The BT65 25 cal at factory settings is a 55 + fpe gun so it's going to have a thump. I have an AT44 short 25 cal and at factory set at 34 fpe and it was very quiet. I have it modded to 47 fpe and it has a heavy thump now.

 

[wyshadow]

OlbuckAs I think about it 16 would be two magazines. That should be enough. 
Is a pump really that difficult?

When I go out rabbit hunting, in my area, I normally don't use two clips or 16 shots. In this situation, pumping won't be a problem. If you find yourself over run with rabbits, or in a middle of a prairie dog town, a tank is what you will need

 

[Olbuck]

Here in central Utah we have small version of the prairie dog and they can and do eat 20 acres fields down to stubble. That was/ is my concern with maximum shot count. Once we move to Missouri I'll be dealing armadillos, raccoons, and possum. I doubt they will be in 4000-5000 per acre numbers. Plus I need to read all rules regarding pest removal for my area.

 

[Olbuck]

How is your rifle for accuracy?

 

[Olbuck]

Always good to remember safety. I am hoping to keep most of my shooting towards the back of the property which has no neighbors and nothing but trees if/ when there is a pass through.

 

[NeilClague]

"blackdiesel"The BT65 25 cal at factory settings is a 55 + fpe gun so it's going to have a thump. I have an AT44 short 25 cal and at factory set at 34 fpe and it was very quiet. I have it modded to 47 fpe and it has a heavy thump now.

Hey bud I don't know what very quiet is to you but I have the same gun in 22 caliber and it is extremely loud, almost like firing a rimfire 22 LR, it is only back yard friendly with a decent moderator on it. Not sure why your 25 caliber would be quiet my 22 caliber is also 34fpe? Neil.

 

[airkrazy]

"NeilClague"

"blackdiesel"The BT65 25 cal at factory settings is a 55 + fpe gun so it's going to have a thump. I have an AT44 short 25 cal and at factory set at 34 fpe and it was very quiet. I have it modded to 47 fpe and it has a heavy thump now.

Hey bud I don't know what very quiet is to you but I have the same gun in 22 caliber and it is extremely loud, almost like firing a rimfire 22 LR, it is only back yard friendly with a decent moderator on it. Not sure why your 25 caliber would be quiet my 22 caliber is also 34fpe? Neil.

LOL...You right about that Neil. They have got to be referring to the QE version because without it she barks with authority.

 

[Gettsgunner]

My bt65 sb. 25 cal is very loud it sounds like a 22 long rifle. I use a TKO moderator . It makes a big difference. Worth the 92 dollars