Hatsan Alpha Compact .177 Airgun Rifle

The Hatsan Alpha: Your First Airgun Done Right

The Hatsan Alpha represents what a beginner airgun should be: affordable, reliable, and built to last. This is a rifle that can be passed down through generations of shooters, each learning the fundamentals on the same solid platform.

Design and Handling

Compact doesn't mean compromised. The Alpha features a precision-rifled German steel barrel measuring just 14.4 inches, keeping overall weight to just over 5 pounds. The 13-inch length of pull accommodates shooters with smaller frames, while the break-barrel cocking mechanism requires only 14 pounds of force—manageable for young and novice shooters alike.

Noise and Recoil Management

Hatsan's QuietEnergy technology includes a fully shrouded barrel with an integrated sound moderator, making this rifle significantly quieter than traditional spring-piston designs. The rubber butt pad absorbs recoil, reducing felt impact and improving shooting comfort during extended sessions.

Sights and Customization

The Alpha ships with quality fiber optic sights: a rear green micro-adjustable sight and a contrasting hooded front red sight. An 11mm dovetail and Picatinny scope mounts with integrated scope stop provide upgrade flexibility. The adjustable trigger can be tuned for pull weight and travel distance as your skills develop.

Safety First

Multiple safety systems protect against accidental discharge: a manual safety, automatic cocking safety, and anti-bear trap safety. These features make the Alpha an excellent choice for introducing new shooters to airgun fundamentals.

Stock and Ergonomics

The all-weather synthetic stock features an ambidextrous Monte Carlo cheek piece, accommodating both right and left-handed shooters without modification.

Specifications:

• Caliber: .177 (4.5mm)
• Velocity: 600 fps
• Action: Spring piston, break barrel
• Capacity: Single shot
• Barrel: 14.4" precision rifled German steel