Female looking to eradicate coyotes

[Guitarbanae]

I’m still weighing my options. Here is a short list of some of the lighter/smaller guns I’m considering.
What’s the general consensus, are these still woefully underpowered for shooting a coyote at 20 ft or less?
If so, then I'll reconsider.

Hatsan FlashPup QE .25 ( $355 / 40 fpe / 86 dec / 7 lbs / 32 inches )
Air Venturi Avenge-X Tactical Carbine .25 ( $530 / 50 fpe / 90.9 dec / 5.8 lbs / 36.5 inches )
JTS Airacuda Max .30 ( $510 / 71.28 fpe / 93 dec / 7.99 lbs / 41.5 inches )

Would a HAWKE Vantage 2-7x32 Riflescope be a good choice since I’m shooting at closer range?
Also, does anyone have suggestions on types of ammo to use, if I were picking one of these guns?

 

[non3]

I’m still weighing my options. Here is a short list of some of the lighter/smaller guns I’m considering.
What’s the general consensus, are these still woefully underpowered for shooting a coyote at 20 ft or less?
If so, then I'll reconsider.

Hatsan FlashPup QE .25 ( $355 / 40 fpe / 86 dec / 7 lbs / 32 inches )
Air Venturi Avenge-X Tactical Carbine .25 ( $530 / 50 fpe / 90.9 dec / 5.8 lbs / 36.5 inches )
JTS Airacuda Max .30 ( $510 / 71.28 fpe / 93 dec / 7.99 lbs / 41.5 inches )

Would a HAWKE Vantage 2-7x32 Riflescope be a good choice since I’m shooting at closer range?
Also, does anyone have suggestions on types of ammo to use, if I were picking one of these guns?

Try what you have first. It will cause them enough pain to go away.

You said you had a Maxxim, I assume Gamo Maxxim which is a powerful springer.
Aim for their butt a few times.
I doubt they will come back.

If they come back then spend the money for something that can kill them, with a good aim and the right ammo, and the right distance.
You need to know what you are doing.
Killing coyotes with an airgun is for advanced shooters.
Not so easy!

 

[Guitarbanae]

Try what you have first. It will cause them enough pain to go away.

You said you had a Maxxim, I assume Gamo Maxxim which is a powerful springer.
Aim for their butt a few times.
I doubt they will come back.

If they come back then spend the money for something that can kill them, with a good aim and the right ammo, and the right distance.
You need to know what you are doing.
Killing coyotes with an airgun is for advanced shooters.
Not so easy!

Yes, it is a Gamo Maxxim gen 2.

It would realistically take awhile before I would be able to use an airgun if I purchased one right now. I'd have to wait for it to be shipped, get the thing filled with air, mount and sight the scope, and go to my parents house where I could do some target practice before attempting anything meaningful on a coyote.

Realistically, if it comes back soon and presents the opportunity for a good shot with my Maxxim, I may have to go that route--like you say, if only to deter them.

I do realize this is an airgun forum, HOWEVER, I wonder if maybe a Henry H001Y (Youth model) would be a better suited option? Smaller gun/easier handling.

What I'm finding is that if paired with CCI Quiet-22 (.22 LR) ammo and a red dot, I may have an easier go of it. The fpe would still be around 45 but it would be a 70ish decibel shot and the red dot would probably make aiming at close range easier. Thoughts?

 

[Playingdead]

Yes, it is a Gamo Maxxim gen 2.

It would realistically take awhile before I would be able to use an airgun if I purchased one right now. I'd have to wait for it to be shipped, get the thing filled with air, mount and sight the scope, and go to my parents house where I could do some target practice before attempting anything meaningful on a coyote.

Realistically, if it comes back soon and presents the opportunity for a good shot with my Maxxim, I may have to go that route--like you say, if only to deter them.

I do realize this is an airgun forum, HOWEVER, I wonder if maybe a Henry H001Y (Youth model) would be a better suited option? Smaller gun/easier handling.

What I'm finding is that if paired with CCI Quiet-22 (.22 LR) ammo and a red dot, I may have an easier go of it. The fpe would still be around 45 but it would be a 70ish decibel shot and the red dot would probably make aiming at close range easier. Thoughts?

Totally agree with the .22lr route. The Henry is a good one, and don't forget about the 10/22. I have one I teach children with after they master a cricket I have. The link I provided is less money than the Henry and has the optic included.

While I love air guns, in your situation a rimfire would serve you best. If your state allows it get a suppressor. You then have a life long item.