Spring/Piston TX 200 update with Air Arms pellets.

[Scriv]

Well, I tested the TX 200 when I received it in November of '23. The Air arms 8.4 turned in the best numbers.
Ave. 879
SD. 2.3
Ext. 9
Fpe. 14.41
I was interested to see what would happen if I tested it again a little over two years later with moderate use.

Same pellet
Ave. 885.7
SD. 2.2
Ext. 8.0
Fpe 14.6

Virtually no change. I've been thinking about putting a 12lb kit in it to smooth it out even more, hopefully add some longevity to the shooting sessions.

 

[Sureshot]

Installing a Vortek 12 fb drop in kit will change your gun for sure and all in a good way. You should experience less recoil, smoother cocking ,0 twang and more consistent accuracy. I have 3 Tx guns in various configurations and all with 12fb Vortek kits.
Each person has their own preferences, but I I find a full power spring gun which is probably about 16 foot pounds, very harsh and just not a whole lot of fun to shoot.
I didn’t always think that. It just sort of evolved over the years. I am primarily a bench shooter. My range on my property goes out to 62 yards with accuracy being my only concern. With my hunter carbine and Mark 3 TX , both in .177, I could hit dimes all day at that distance, providing the wind very still . However, my TX and .22 just doesn’t seem to be as accurate for some reason ? I haven’t quite figured it out yet.. environment Having a really good scope it’s a big part of the accuracy equation .

 

[Waytoomany]

Installing a Vortek 12 fb drop in kit will change your gun for sure and all in a good way. You should experience less recoil, smoother cocking ,0 twang and more consistent accuracy. I have 3 Tx guns in various configurations and all with 12fb Vortek kits.
Each person has their own preferences, but I I find a full power spring gun which is probably about 16 foot pounds, very harsh and just not a whole lot of fun to shoot.
I didn’t always think that. It just sort of evolved over the years. I am primarily a bench shooter. My range on my property goes out to 62 yards with accuracy being my only concern. With my hunter carbine and Mark 3 TX , both in .177, I could hit dimes all day at that distance, providing the wind very still . However, my TX and .22 just doesn’t seem to be as accurate for some reason ? I haven’t quite figured it out yet.. environment Having a really good scope it’s a big part of the accuracy equation .

Every barrel is different. You know that but sometimes we all need reminding. Hitting dimes consistently at 62 yards is good shooting.

Waytoomany

 

[Scriv]

Installing a Vortek 12 fb drop in kit will change your gun for sure and all in a good way. You should experience less recoil, smoother cocking ,0 twang and more consistent accuracy. I have 3 Tx guns in various configurations and all with 12fb Vortek kits.
Each person has their own preferences, but I I find a full power spring gun which is probably about 16 foot pounds, very harsh and just not a whole lot of fun to shoot.
I didn’t always think that. It just sort of evolved over the years. I am primarily a bench shooter. My range on my property goes out to 62 yards with accuracy being my only concern. With my hunter carbine and Mark 3 TX , both in .177, I could hit dimes all day at that distance, providing the wind very still . However, my TX and .22 just doesn’t seem to be as accurate for some reason ? I haven’t quite figured it out yet.. environment Having a really good scope it’s a big part of the accuracy equation .

Could be something as simple as having increased lock time due to the heavier pellet weight.