Benjamin Trail NP XL - .22 cal Gas Ram “ultra magnum” (At least that is what I call it..!)
Posted: October 6th, 2010 | Author: zackpow | Filed under: 22 Magnum Rifles | Tags: airgun, benjamin, crosman, Diabolo, express, hollow, jsb, Jumbo, Match, np, pellet, point, premier, pyramydair, review, Rifle, trail, xl |www.pyramydair.com So my first experience with Crosman (Benjamin’s) new super magnum gas ram powerhouse started out rocky, but ended like a dream. Well over 900 FPS with lead pellets and 800 fps with moderately heavy lead pellets. Shooting tight groups will take a lot of practice and patience. The trigger system needs a lot of work, and the recoil, while better than a metal spring, is still very severe and require excellent technique to shoot well. But… if you can get it all to work together, you can deliver a lot of energy on target. Good rifle that could be better. Let’s all encourage Crosman to BUILD A BETTER TRIGGER!!!.
@pbc95124
Not sure about stock levels or product changes… My tests were at 20 yards.. This gun hits well out to 70 and 80 yards however.
Rick
What was your distance on the accuracy test for the NP XL? / for any of the guns you test?
I noticed that Pyramid Air has these in stock, but Crosman doesn’t. Would you suspect that there is a new version of the NP XL on the way? US made maybe? Better trigger maybe? Your thoughts? Save my pennies, or don’t hold my breath?
Thanks. Good vids btw
@ctdvargas
You may have a problem barrel or just a bad gun. This is one of the issues with the Chinese imports, their are plagued with quality control issues and it is not just with Crosman. I’ve seen it with virtually every brand. Bam, TechForce, Crosman, Stoeger, etc..
Rick
@NickSantamarina
.22 is better.. I would not hunt wild boar with a pellet gun.
Rick
@Teamwolf7777
I have it in stock now. I will have a review out hopefully by the end of the week.
Rick
@MisterWannabee
GRT III won’t give me any samples and PA won’t let me modify the gun without buying it first… I’d love to test it, but I don’t see it happening right now.
Rick
rick, i have a trail all weather dont watn to use the wingdage turrets to compensate for gross adjustments. are there any gunsmiths that will shim the elevation so as to use the turrets for finer adjustments. I think the picatiniy rail was not welded properly or the rings are sup-par. maybe I should just get the XL. please help I’m about to return the whole thing.
what is better for hunting rabbit at 40 yards this or the .177 same model . Is it possible to hunt wild boar with this
ther is a new crosman titan gp and it have a gas ram too. if you can make a video of the gun at pyramdair is for $160 and at walmart is for $ 150
Wow, looks like a true alternative to an RWS 350 Magnum! Would LOVE to see what a good trigger and a tune would do for this one!
@AirGunWeb on second thought i think i will go with the AirForce Condor, Fully Loaded PCP Air Rifle by AirForce
@EagLeEYESniper1
You can get it at PyramydAir’s web site. Also some stores like Dick’s Sporting goods and the like may have it. Outdoor world etc.
Rick
ok i just got a boner…. Some one please help me out…. I have a benjamin rifle but its sucks… so please tell me where i can buy this rifle???? cus trust me as soon as i find a way i will buy it without hesitation…. PLEASE HELP AND DON”T IGNOR….
@ajdhunter95
hey there.. I left some comments.
rick
@Justalittled
first of all.. you get what you pay for… this is about the best for what you are looking for.
Rick
@mick50382
it very well could… I’d expect it to come down just a little more.. but no doubt the NP XL is one of the most powerful break barrels out there.
Rick
@MustyGashPlug
If your heart is set on the illumination and the greater magnification, you are still better off getting the Trail NP XL, then buying that scope at Wal-Mart for $70.
It’s the Centerpoint, and I have one, and I’m quite happy with it.
Judging by the immense popularity of the regular Trail NP and Trail NP XL, and the near absence of Super Streaks, it seems clear which rifle is winning with airgunners in the know.
@mick50382
From what I have read from other folks who use them, the Crow Magnums do very well on soft game (starlings, sparrows, pigeons, and rats) within 50 yards, and tougher critters such as squirrels, groundhogs, and crows within about 25 yards, and yes that was with the Trail NP XL.
The Predators do a bit better due to the tip, enabling you to stretch the range to 50 yards for the tougher critters.
If you want maximum performance for all ranges, the medium to heavy domes rule, though.
hey rick i just uploaded my first vid please give it a look cause i need some pointers
hey Rick,
what would be the best gun to get with a very high velocity and good accuracy but not a very high price
Just received the Benjamin XL .22
Did the $10 for 10 and got a certificate with the following Chrony results with JSB Diabolo Exact 14.3 gr.:
1. 1096 38 ft/lbs
2. 916 26.59
3. 941 28.12
4. 955 28.97
5. 958 29.15
6. 959 29.21
7. 944 28.32
8. 966 29.64
9. 957 29.09
10. 909 26.24
11. 958 29.15
Ave. (not including highest and lowest extreme) = 950 fps @ 28.66
Should the gun stay this powerful after break-in?
@AirRepair2
Thanks for the tip. I glad that trigger works in this gun. With a better trigger, this should be a real performer.
Rick
@mick50382
Now see you are asking me a physics question… and frankly I’d just be guessing! That kind of question would be perfectly suited for the guys over at PyramydAir’s blog. When you find the answer, let us know!
Rick
@MustyGashPlug
The superstreak is a terrible gun.. the Trail is not bad in .22. I’ve not tested it in .177.
Rick
Hey Rick…I know it is more money, but Charlie Da Tuna has the GRT-III trigger that is a direct drop-in replacement for this rifle. For about $32 and 10 minutes of my time, I installed one in my Benjamin NP Trail All-Weather rifle and now I am happier than ever. Made a seriously big difference. It is the little-brother to my Beeman Crowmagnum III and reminds me of my old Theoben Sirocco somewhat.