Yes, big bore airguns are used in other countries for hunting. However, this is the first I've heard of a .50 caliber airgun. The fps seems a little low. I believe there are some 9mm air guns that are better for hunting dear sized animals. You really have to look at the kinetic energy as determined at whatever distance you will be shooting.
I'm not sure that I understand the comments about cruelty using PCP air rifles for hunting. Certainly, no more inhumane than a bow that shoots an arrow at 250 - 300 fps.
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