Air Gun Pistol Price in India
Updated October 2026
Three pistols, built in Lucknow and Kanpur, from ₹8,400 to ₹24,500. All three are .177 calibre and under 20 joules of muzzle energy, so none needs an arms licence under the Arms Rules 2016. Sold with ID and address proof to buyers aged 18+.
Air gun pistol price list
3 models · ₹8,400 – ₹24,500 · 3 in stockEvery Camstar air pistol, in stock and priced. All .177 (4.5 mm), all under 20 joules, so none of them needs an arms licence in India.
All models are .177 (4.5 mm) and under 20 joules, so no licence is required in India · 12-month manufacturer warranty · spare parts on open sale · free pan-India delivery · Partial COD (DACC) on orders of ₹7,000+
Specifications compared
| Model | Power system | Muzzle energy | Capacity | Ammunition | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Leo | Spring-piston | ~4 J | Single shot | .177 pellet | ₹8,400 |
| Mauser X Matte | Spring-piston | ~4.5 J | Single shot | .177 pellet | ₹9,499 |
| Star RX Gen 3 | CO₂ (12 g) | Under 5 J | 32 (4 × 8 rotary) | .177 pellet | ₹24,500 |
All three are .177 and well under the 20-joule threshold in the Arms Rules 2016. The Star RX Gen 3 CO₂ pistol stays under 5 joules — less than a quarter of the limit. Consumables: .177 match pellets ₹450 per tin of 300, 12 g CO₂ cylinders ₹550 for five.
How to choose
If this is your first air pistol
Buy the Star Leo at ₹8,400 or the Mauser X Matte at ₹9,499. Both are spring-piston: you cock the action, load one pellet, and shoot. Nothing to refill, nothing to run out of mid-session, and no cold-weather velocity drop. The Mauser X is the heavier of the two, which most shooters find steadier on a 10-metre target.
If you want rapid-fire practice
The Star RX Gen 3 at ₹24,500 is India's first semi-automatic CO₂ air pistol — 32 rounds across four rotary magazines, negligible recoil, and a trigger you can reset and re-break quickly. That makes it a genuinely different training tool from a single-shot spring pistol, not simply a more expensive one. A 12 g cartridge gives roughly 30–60 shots depending on temperature. For prices of imported Glock-style models, CO₂ running costs and the licence rules, see our CO₂ air pistol guide for India.
If accuracy is the whole point
Consider a rifle instead. A pistol has no shoulder or cheek weld, so group size is limited by how steady your hand is rather than by the gun. The air rifle range starts at ₹13,499 and the PCP models will out-shoot any pistol at any price.
Air pistol FAQs
What is an air pistol, and what is it used for?
An air pistol is a handgun that fires a small .177 (4.5 mm) lead pellet using compressed air or CO₂ instead of gunpowder. In India it is used mainly for 10-metre target shooting, home practice, training for shooting sports and plinking. Low-energy models need no arms licence. Camstar air pistols range from the ₹8,400 Star Leo spring pistol to the ₹24,500 Star RX Gen 3 CO₂ pistol.
Is an air pistol legal in India without a licence?
Yes, if it is .177 calibre (4.5 mm) AND under 20 joules of muzzle energy. Under the Arms Rules 2016, as explained in the MHA FAQ, only air weapons above 20 joules or with a bore larger than .177 need an arms licence. A no-licence air pistol must still be sold by a licensed air-weapon dealer, who takes the buyer’s photo ID and address proof, and only to adults (18+). Every Camstar air pistol is .177 and well under 20 joules; the Star RX Gen 3 CO₂ pistol stays under 5 joules. Check both calibre and muzzle energy on any other model before you buy.
What is the air gun pistol price in India?
A legal no-licence air gun pistol from Camstar costs ₹8,400 to ₹24,500. The Star Leo spring pistol is ₹8,400 and is the entry point. The Mauser X Matte at ₹9,499 is the best-selling model, with a heavier metal body. The Star RX Gen 3 at ₹24,500 is India’s first semi-automatic CO₂ air pistol and sits at the top of the range. Running costs are low: a tin of 300 match-grade .177 pellets is ₹450, which works out to about ₹1.50 per shot, and a five-pack of 12 g CO₂ cylinders for the RX Gen 3 is ₹550. Spring pistols have no gas consumable at all.
Which is better for a beginner, a spring or a CO₂ air pistol?
Start with spring. A spring-piston pistol like the Star Leo or Mauser X Matte has nothing to refill, cannot be left half-charged, and teaches the cock-aim-release routine that every other type builds on. It also costs a quarter of what a semi-automatic does. Move to CO₂ when you specifically want fast follow-up shots — the Star RX Gen 3 fires 32 rounds semi-automatically, which is a different discipline: trigger reset, recovery and rapid re-acquisition rather than one deliberate shot. CO₂ also loses velocity in cold weather as cartridge pressure drops, which spring pistols do not.
What is the difference between an air pistol and an air rifle?
A pistol is short, one-handed and stores easily, which makes it the natural choice for 10-metre practice at home. It is also the harder discipline, because there is no shoulder or cheek weld to steady it — everything depends on grip and stance. A rifle is heavier, far easier to shoot accurately, works out to 25 metres and beyond, and takes a scope on its dovetail rail. If you want one gun for the family, a rifle will frustrate you less. If you want to build a steady hand and compete in 10m air pistol, start with a pistol.
Can I buy an air pistol online in India?
Yes. Low-energy air pistols can be sold online and couriered across India. Camstar ships pan-India with delivery within 7–9 days*, and Partial COD (DACC) is available at checkout on orders of ₹7,000 or more (₹5,000 advance, balance at your nearest transporter godown). Buying direct from the manufacturer means the warranty is handled by the people who built the gun, and genuine spares — seals, sights, levers, muzzles — remain available for the life of the product rather than only while a reseller happens to stock them.
What warranty comes with a Camstar air pistol?
Every new Camstar air pistol carries a 12-month manufacturing warranty via product registration. Because Camstar manufactures in Lucknow and Kanpur rather than importing, servicing and spare parts are handled in-house — individual components such as the Leo lever (₹79), pistol muzzle (₹79), front sight and butt O-rings are stocked as separate line items, so a worn part is a small purchase rather than a replaced gun.
Where to go next
Every model priced, with colour options in stock.
Ranked on accuracy, build and value.
CO₂ pistol prices, models and the no-licence rule.
The 20-joule rule and state notifications.
Backstop, distance and a safe 10-metre lane.