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Airguns by Make and Model => Benjamin Airguns => Topic started by: Spark Master on October 02, 2015, 04:04:22 PM
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Hi,
I picked up a used Benjamin Trail NP I was wondering what the differences between the models with in the class/line. (NP as apposed to NP2). I understand the difference between np and np2, but, there can be any number of models in a line. Mine is has the all weather stock and is in 22 cal. and has the classc Crosman WHY DID YOU DO THAT &^^& Trigger. It cocks smooth enough and can use a cleaning. It will be getting a Baska scope in a month or so, depending on when I can get to my friends place to pick it up and mount it.
thanks
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The differences between NP models pretty much involve stocks, barrels, and whether the receiver is grooved for a scope or has a Weaver rail. The guns are a Chinese B19 platform and the other stuff pretty much interchanges - including barrels if you want to change calibers.
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I have actually been acquiring data to compile a list of the similarities and differences between them .
1st Gen had 2 different models, XL or all the others. The NP2 is actually a shorter stroke XL. With better QC, piston cushioning, upgraded trigger, and the smoothest shot cycle and easiest cocking, not to mention accuracy of 1 hole 35yd groups at ~$200. Academy still has the black synthetic model for $209.
I shot 20 shots over the Chrony today with the XL and NP2 both out of the same tin of CPUM 14.3 grain pellets. The NP2 averaged 830 fps and the XL 880 fps. So I get 3 more fpe from the XL and it's way bigger.
I vote np2 / steel eagle all the way! Consistent 22 fpe and AMAZING accuracy comparable to springers 3x the cost. I do recommend the braas washer mod, getting the metal bear trap lever from 1st Gen np gun (~$3), and replacing the piston seal with one sized with an OD of 29.5mm. The factory one is 29mm and I lose 30 fps with it.
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Well gents thanks fer the info. I had the chance to buy an Eagle at Walley World for 180. I was not sure if it was a good deal or anything about it. I passed on it, it is gone. But for the moment I have toys that need attention, repair and use. I figure there will be 2 more generations before I feel comfortable buy a new beast. Unless the deal is so good I cannasai nooe!
thanks
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I have actually been acquiring data to compile a list of the similarities and differences between them .
1st Gen had 2 different models, XL or all the others. The NP2 is actually a shorter stroke XL. With better QC, piston cushioning, upgraded trigger, and the smoothest shot cycle and easiest cocking, not to mention accuracy of 1 hole 35yd groups at ~$200. Academy still has the black synthetic model for $209.
I shot 20 shots over the Chrony today with the XL and NP2 both out of the same tin of CPUM 14.3 grain pellets. The NP2 averaged 830 fps and the XL 880 fps. So I get 3 more fpe from the XL and it's way bigger.
I vote np2 / steel eagle all the way! Consistent 22 fpe and AMAZING accuracy comparable to springers 3x the cost. I do recommend the braas washer mod, getting the metal bear trap lever from 1st Gen np gun (~$3), and replacing the piston seal with one sized with an OD of 29.5mm. The factory one is 29mm and I lose 30 fps with it.
What's the deal with the NP2 OEM bear trap lever? Is it plastic or something? ??? Just curious.
Thanks!
Ed
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Yeah it's plastic.
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Yeah it's plastic.
Wow, that's nuts. Wonder how many pennies they saved doing that?
Ed