I'm on the fence about getting one of these, but it really does look like a sweet rifle......

http://www.pellpax.co.uk/airguns/air-rifles/pre-charged-pneumatic-pcp-air-rifles/air-arms-ftp-900-field-target-precision-rifle/2839

is there a cheaper alternative people would recommend?

for the .177 TX200hc I'd recommend JSB Express 4.53 as well, works sweet for me.....