What size are BB gun pellets?

Typically made of plastic, they usually measure around 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter (though selective models use 8 mm), and weigh 0.12–0.40 g (1.9–6.2 gr), with the most common weights being 0.12 g and 0.20 g, while 0.25 g, 0.28 g, 0.30 g and 0.40 g pellets are also commonplace.

Can you use 4.5 mm BBs in a 6mm gun?

Yep, that’s it. Assuming you have a 6mm diameter metal BB, you’ll be able to load it into the magazine. You’ll compress the trigger and the air nozzle will retract, allowing the BB to enter the barrel and hop-up assembly where it will sit.

Are 12g BBs the same as 6mm BBs?

Yes. 6mm is the diameter of the BB, 12g. is the weight. There are also 20g. BBs available.

Can you use 4.5 mm pellets in a BB gun?

There are several potential problems. The nominal diameter of a pellet is slightly less than 4.5 mm, and some of the airsoft pellets will actually be larger than 4.5 due to random variation. That could easily jam in the barrel. While less relevant to a true pellet gun, many bb guns use a magnet to handle the bb, and airsoft pellets aren’t magnetic.

What’s the size of an Airsoft BB pellet?

The airsoft BB millimeter (mm) size is the approximate measurement of the diameter of the airsoft BB pellet. These sizes allow them to be shot out of most spring airsoft guns, automatic-electric-gun (AEG) airsoft guns, or gas powered airsoft guns. Airsoft BBs are made using a plastic molding process.

What kind of pellets does an air rifle shoot?

The airgun (or air rifle) typically shoots pellets or ball bearings (known as BB’s). If you’re choosing an airgun and don’t know what type you should be looking for then you may end up buying something that is totally inappropriate for you or for the environment you’re shooting in (or for the thing you’re shooting at).

Which is better for hunting pellets or BBS?

BBs are usually made of steel and therefore tend to ricochet much more than pellets. BBs are usually used for plinking in the backyard. Because BBs are round they are not very aerodynamic and therefore are not very accurate which make them less than ideal for hunting or pest control. BBs are best used for recreational shooting and just having fun.