Air Arms HFT 500
Elite precision, built to win
The Air Arms HFT 500 is your edge in Hunter Field Target competition. Crafted to deliver unrivalled accuracy and consistency, it empowers shooters to stay calm and hit every target with confidence, even under pressure.
Backed by over 40 years of British craftsmanship, this unregulated PCP rifle offers the reliability and precision champions trust to dominate the field, shot after shot.
WHAT SHOOTERS ARE SAYING
Thank you Air Arms for making a great product I myself own a EV2, HFT500, S510, TX200 and they are all amazing I would also like to give a special thank you to Louis for all the help and support he has given us a Alders gun range.
Steven Herring
Have a few Air Arm rifles and bits and they are all brilliant. Have also had contact with a few people there (Louis and others) and they have always been helpful and knowledgeable. Brilliant company.
Daniel Matcalfe
I’ve both owned and sold hundreds of Air Arms products as an RFD and their reliability and practical performance are second to none on the market, and followed by a five star warranty it’s really hard not to be impressed by them as a company.
Micheal Lack
Ready to Take Control of Every Match?
Pinpoint Precision That Holds Up Under Pressure
The free-floating Lothar Walther barrel and precision-tuned air system ensure your shots stay tight, reliable, and true, even when wind, light, or nerves test your focus. Every pellet lands where you aim, keeping you confident when it matters most.
Custom Fit That Keeps You Steady
The HFT 500’s adjustable laminate stock, with customisable cheekpiece and butt pad, adapts to your body and shooting style. Enjoy perfect scope alignment, reduced strain, and lasting stability, whether you’re kneeling, prone, or switching positions mid-course.
Total Control in Every Moment
From the silky-smooth side-lever action to the crisp, finely tuned two-stage trigger, every mechanism is designed to keep your rhythm smooth and your focus sharp. No surprises, no slips – just seamless control that helps you perform at your best, shot after shot.
Action
Side-Lever Precision
The HFT 500 features Air Arms’ renowned side-lever action, providing smooth, fast, and quiet cycling. This design ensures minimal disruption between shots, allowing you to maintain focus and control throughout your shooting session.
Match-Grade Two-Stage
A precision, position-variable, match trigger fine-tunes the HFT 500's ergonomics, allowing you to customise the shooting experience to your preferences.
Air Cylinder: High-Capacity with Manometer
The fixed air cylinder has a maximum fill pressure of 190 bar (2756 psi), delivering approximately 90 full-power shots per fill. An integral manometer allows you to monitor the air pressure, ensuring you're always aware of your remaining shot capacity.
Calibre
.177 – Precision & Flat Trajectory
Exclusively available in .177 calibre, the HFT 500 aligns with Hunter Field Target (HFT) competition standards. This calibre offers a flat trajectory and high-precision shot placement, essential for consistent performance in competitive settings.
Power fit for Purpose
Sub-12 ft/lb (No FAC Required)
Our Sub-12 ft/lb models can be owned in the UK without a firearms certificate, making them perfect for target shooting and effective pest control across all sporting environments.
Consistent Shot Output
Unregulated Performance, Consistently Precise
While the HFT500 is not regulated, its precision-tuned air system delivers steady, consistent shots throughout your session, ensuring tight groupings and reliable accuracy. This consistency keeps you competitive, landing every pellet where it counts during full matches.
Stock and Barrel Options
Free-Floating Lothar Walther
The rifle boasts a fully free-floating Lothar Walther match-grade barrel, enhancing accuracy by eliminating external pressures that could affect barrel harmonics. This design choice contributes to the rifle's exceptional precision.
Adjustable Laminate
The HFT 500 features a fully adjustable laminated stock, crafted for both aesthetics and functionality. The adjustable cheekpiece and butt pad allow you to tailor the rifle to your preferred shooting position, ensuring comfort and stability. The ambidextrous design accommodates both left- and right-handed shooters.
Additional Features
Air Stripper
A multi-ported air stripper at the muzzle reduces turbulence and enhances pellet stability, contributing to improved accuracy.
Accessory Rail
A recessed accessory rail under the forend allows for the attachment of optional weights, bipods, or slings, enabling further customisation to suit your shooting style.
Not All Air Rifles Are Built Like an Air Arms HFT 500
Here’s what you risk when you settle for less:
❌ Awkward Shooting Positions: Non-adjustable stocks force unnatural holds, misaligning your scope and costing you points in critical HFT moments.
❌ Inconsistent Velocities: Unregulated air systems lead to power fluctuations, scattering shots and undermining your accuracy under pressure.
❌ Widened Groupings: Erratic performance ruins precision, making it impossible to maintain tight groupings and competitive scores.
❌ Physical Fatigue: Poorly balanced rifles strain your muscles, draining energy and focus during long, demanding matches.
❌ Lost Focus: Discomfort from an ill-fitting rifle distracts you from your technique, leading to errors in high-stakes situations.
❌ Limited Customisation: Inflexible designs fail to adapt to your shooting style, hindering performance across varied HFT positions.
❌ Eroded Confidence: Inconsistent results and unreliable gear chip away at your trust, leaving you second-guessing every shot.
Why You Need the Air Arms HFT 500
7 Reasons Why You Need the Air Arms HFT 500
- Match-Winning Precision: The free-floating Lothar Walther barrel delivers tight, consistent groupings, giving you an edge in every HFT competition.
- Rock-Solid Consistency: A precision-tuned air system ensures stable velocities, maintaining accuracy shot after shot, even under tough conditions.
- Tailored Fit: The adjustable laminate stock with customisable cheekpiece and butt pad offers a perfect fit for stable, comfortable shots in any position.
- Smooth Operation: The side-lever action keeps transitions fluid, letting you stay in rhythm and focus on the next target.
- Crisp Trigger Control: The adjustable two-stage trigger provides a predictable break, enhancing precision in high-pressure moments.
- Fatigue-Free Design: Expertly balanced construction minimises strain, keeping you sharp and focused through long, demanding matches.
- British-Built Excellence: Crafted with over 40 years of expertise, the HFT 500 is a durable, reliable partner for competitors aiming to dominate.
FAQ's
The HFT 500 is purpose-built for Hunter Field Target (HFT) competition. It’s engineered for precision, consistency, and adjustability – everything a serious competitor needs for high-level performance in this demanding discipline.
No, the Air Arms HFT 500 is an unregulated pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle. It’s designed with a precision-tuned air system that delivers consistent shot-to-shot performance, achieving a tight velocity spread (typically ~13–15 fps over 80–95 shots) without a factory-installed regulator. This makes it highly effective for Hunter Field Target (HFT) competitions, providing reliable accuracy and tight groupings within the sub-12 ft/lbs power limit.
It is available exclusively in .177 calibre, the preferred choice for HFT and target disciplines due to its flatter trajectory and long-range accuracy.
The Air Arms HFT 500 does not come with a magazine. It is designed as a single-shot pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle, optimized for Hunter Field Target (HFT) competitions where single-shot loading is standard to ensure precision and compliance with rules.
The Air Arms HFT 500’s accuracy stems from a combination of precision-engineered components and design choices tailored for Hunter Field Target (HFT) competition. Its free-floating Lothar Walther match-grade barrel minimises vibrations and external influences, ensuring consistent pellet flight. The precision-tuned, unregulated air system delivers a tight velocity spread (~13–15 fps over 80–95 shots), providing shot-to-shot consistency crucial for tight groupings. The adjustable two-stage trigger offers a crisp, predictable break, enhancing shot control.
Yes – the laminate stock includes an adjustable cheekpiece, adjustable buttpad, and a fully adjustable forend hamster to tailor your setup to different shooting positions and courses.
While it can certainly be used for target shooting and precision practice, it’s specifically optimised for HFT competition. Its single-shot setup and competition-grade features make it best suited to shooters focused on accuracy and consistency rather than casual plinking.
Keep the rifle clean and dry, wipe down all external surfaces after use, and periodically clean the barrel using a pull-through kit. As with all precision PCPS, we recommend professional servicing every 12–18 months for peak performance.
Thank You for Exploring the HFT 500
The Air Arms HFT 500 isn’t just a rifle, it’s a competition-proven platform engineered for precision, consistency, and total control. Trusted by champions and refined through decades of British craftsmanship, it’s designed to help you perform at your best when it counts.
You’ve seen what sets the HFT 500 apart. Now it’s time to choose the setup that matches your ambitions and take your next step toward the podium.
