Marauder What you want out of the next Marauder?

[Florida_Man]

In my opinion the Marauder is in dire need of an update. There has been different versions that have come out through the years, but it has been basically the same rifle.

I would like to see in the next Marauder continue to be made in the USA.

My first suggestion is a side lever. I’ve owned bolt guns and side levers, I prefer the side lever. I don’t think you lose anything going to one.

 

[PasadenaMike]

The next marauder should be an avenger

 

[Stubbers]

Aluminum or TI air cylinder, balanced the rifle. (Aftermarket part available, which my custom marauder has)

Increase fill pressure rating from 3,000 psi to 3,600 psi

Turret style air metering wheel with 6-8 repeatable settings instead of the Velocity Metering Screw. Design is in my head. (Future project maybe)

Pilot valve that only needs .4-.5 hammer travel, 5-6 grams of hammer, and 3-4 lbs of hammer spring. (My custom marauder has this)

Move the rear bolt into the side of the receiver. (Future project of mine maybe)

Transfer port terminating into the receiver, use of a thimble, and a bolt probe with exchangeable tips for caliber/barrel swaps. (My custom marauder allows this)

Removable threaded plug at the rear to allow hammer spring swap. (My custom marauder has one)

These changes would smoke the competition by a long shot. No need for semi auto, at least for me.

-Matt

 

[PasadenaMike]

Aluminum or TI air cylinder, balanced the rifle. (Aftermarket part available, which my custom marauder has)

Increase fill pressure rating from 3,000 psi to 3,600 psi

Turret style air metering wheel with 6-8 repeatable settings instead of the Velocity Metering Screw. Design is in my head. (Future project maybe)

Pilot valve that only needs .4-.5 hammer travel, 5-6 grams of hammer, and 3-4 lbs of hammer spring. (My custom marauder has this)

Move the rear bolt into the side of the receiver. (Future project of mine maybe)

Transfer port terminating into the receiver, use of a thimble, and a bolt probe with exchangeable tips for caliber/barrel swaps. (My custom marauder allows this)

Removable threaded plug at the rear to allow hammer spring swap. (My custom marauder has one)

These changes would smoke the competition by a long shot. No need for semi auto, at least for me.

-Matt

Sounds like a $2000 marauder

 

[Ezana4CE]

I’d like to see the Marauder pistol/carbine (Prod) offered in .177, .22, and .25 calibers. It should be updated to compete with the proliferation of compact PCPs currently flooding the market. I’d like to see it with a side lever, higher capacity air cylinder (fatter), possibly a semi-automatic version with the ability to de-cock the gun, some sort of “loaded breech” indicator or anti-double load feature, still remain compact, lightweight, and easy to maintain. A simpler way to degas the reservoir would be a welcomed improvement. I agree with @Stubbers, a higher fill pressure would be nice. I’d also like to see a wooden carbine stock option in addition to a solid synthetic stock, collapsible, and folding stock options. An incorporated magazine holder would be a nice touch as long as it isn’t loud with ammo rattling around as you traverse your hunting terrain toting it.

 

[Victor Ellis]

I think a bottle option would be nice. Especially for the .25 cal.

 

[Pumacarl]

Marauder - What would you miss about the Marauder?

Here’s a very good question that’s never been asked. If the current Marauder gets discontinued today what about the Marauder would you miss the most after a 13+ year run?

community.hardairmagazine.com

I just posted the above in a different thread but it probably belongs here more.

A much more expensive Marauder that I would love to own is better than a cheaper one that I don't.

 

[PasadenaMike]

Too bad Benjamin doesn’t update anything they could really go up against the Avenger if they get their $h!!+ together and be innovative

 

[Thebull]

I would like to have a shorter barrel and reservoir . they are long and heavy

 

[Florida_Man]

The Shawty B (Barn Gun) .25 Marauder - Airgun Revisions

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WXndqah4QQ[/embed]

www.airgunrevisions.com

 

[Thebull]

Wish it was a .22

 

[jlowe]

In my opinion the Marauder is in dire need of an update. There has been different versions that have come out through the years, but it has been basically the same rifle.

I would like to see in the next Marauder continue to be made in the USA.

My first suggestion is a side lever. I’ve owned bolt guns and side levers, I prefer the side lever. I don’t think you lose anything going to one.

Side lever and higher fill pressure.

 

[Thebull]

Anyone seen the side lever on eBay or has anyone used it .

 

[MileHighAirGunner]

Wish it was a .22

Just call Rich. He’ll make it in .22 or even .177 if you wanted. Synthetic or wood stock. I asked him to make mine from the regulated F&T model. It maybe my most favorite gun. Don't be shy. All you got to do is call.

 

[MMCM13]

I think a side lever action would be great, and a real nice .22 caliber barrel. The .25 with the Green Mountain barrel is a really nice rifle, and a bargain at that in the used market. The .177 and .25 seriously overshadowed the .22 rifle, seemingly due to the barrel. The best modifications to the Marauder rifle would be a retrofit to the second generation Marauders. The Marauder is a classic, a good value, and needs seemingly minimal modification to remain a current classic.

 

[mrage]

I agree ,a higher fill pressure ,along with a lightweight tube, power adjustment knob w/ a tank option and side lever would be neat. I know that
AR can probably do all the above . I think factory options would be cool though.

 

[MountainSportAirguns]

How far does it go before it's no longer a Marauder? It probably wouldn't offer anything different than what's already available in other brands.

 

[MileHighAirGunner]

I agree ,a higher fill pressure ,along with a lightweight tube, power adjustment knob w/ a tank option and side lever would be neat. I know that
AR can probably do all the above . I think factory options would be cool though.

or you can just buy an Air Arms S510

 

[BanjomanMI76]

A side mounted fill gauge (higher fill pressure) and air regulator

 

[elwoodblues]

Anyone seen the side lever on eBay or has anyone used it .

I looked at it for 278 dollars not a chance, I have a prod with an Exclusive side lever huma reg and a S.C. stock paid 300 used works great.