Air Arms TX200 Xlll HC

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I have a .177 walnut non HC. It is the most accurate spring gun I have shot. The gun shoots 1/2" groups at 25 yards and 1.5" at 50 for me. The wood and blueing is top notch. Nice adjustable trigger also. As for .177 or .22 for target........ If it is breezy the .22 does a little better bucking the wind. For shorter range the .177 has a flatter trajectory. 
I did have a cocking shoe break. Which sounds like it is not to uncommon. I ordered two shoes to keep in my extra parts. I also encountered the gun not automatically going to safe when I cock it. This relates to the cocking shoe breaking also. This winter I will dive into the issue and fix the problem for good if I can. Parts seem to be available as well. This gun has got me into pcp guns. I thought the build quality was so good that my first pcp was an AA S510.
 
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DirteThis gun has got me into pcp guns..
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I have a .22 TX200mk3 for sale in the classifieds for 450. Walnut stock and only 5 months old. Vortek spring kit installed and trigger sears polished on a japanese waterstone. Very good trigger. If interested pm me I can send pics. It needs a new home because I always reach for my pulsar .22. Ive taken squirrels, skunks, rabbits, and god knows how many birds with it. It is very accurate.
 
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With a TX the trajectory is a lot better in .177, also always better use in some competitions such as Field Target. The .177 will group well out past 50 yards. If it is an option for you get to a field target match, you WILL see a TX there and the owner will most likely be happy to let you shoot it. The TX is one of the best springers made.

John
 
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I've owned the TX200 MkIII in .22 since 2010 and during this time I’ve fired at least 800 pellets a month. I love the quality, the accuracy and the enjoyment that shooting it brings me. It’s a pleasure knowing that if I do my part the TX200 MkIII will deliver every time. In 2012 I was in Pueblo, Colorado and the only place to shoot legally was at an indoor range. When I asked if the range was open to air rifles, the man replied with a grin; “you mean a pellet gun?” So, every Wednesday night between 7 and 9 you could find me and my TX200 MkIII at the range. During this time other shooters took notice and they commented on the quality and accuracy of the TX200 MkIII. Then, one of the range masters looked at the TX200 MkIII and said; “That’s not a pellet gun, it’s an air rifle.” Until 2012, I did all of my shooting in the fields of Lexington, Tennessee. I set up dove and duck decoys, spinners, walking targets and bottles at 25yds, 35yds, 50yds, and 75yds. Although, some of these targets presented a challenge for me, the TX200 MkIII handled them with ease. When my neighbor’s lawn was assaulted by an armadillo, he came to me and asked if I could solve the problem with my air rifle. Two months later the opportunity presented itself and I dispatched the armadillo with a head shot at just under 20yds. Since 2011 I've dispatched Chipmunk (60+), Grey Fox (1), Possum (1), Porcupine (1), Prairie Dog (25+), Raccoon (1), Rabbit (10+), Rat (25+), Skunk (12+), Squirrel (30+), Turkey (1), and a plethora of birds. All this was done with head shots using the H&N Baracuda Green Pellets. I've developed reasonable expectations and a good understanding of the limitations of my TX200 MkIII. My MkIII is factory original with no tuning and up-to 25 yards killing the quarry with 1 shot is a done deal. The HC (Hunter Carbine) is 3" shorter and weighs less than the MkIII by 8/10ths of a pound. I like the smoother cocking cycle of the MkIII and the 3" additional length isn't noticeable. Both air rifles are heavy because the cocking mechanism and barrel shroud are made of steel. Including the scope, my MkIII is weighing in at just over 11 pounds. I chose the MkIII over the HC, but you will be happy with either of these guns. If you're only going to use the air rifle for target shooting - .177 (in my opinion) is the way to go. If, however, you're going to do some hunting in the future, I would choose the .22. 
 
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JoeWayneRhea, I took your advice and bought the TX200 from Marksman3006. It is one beautiful TX200. I looks like it is new in box. I put a Vortex Viper 6.5-20X50 on it and plan on shooting in a couple of days. Just got out of surgery yesterday to remove a tumor on the head/neck area and not feeling that great yet. I did put a pellet in it and tried the trigger. It feels like 2-4 oz. My anschutz 1907 feels a little better but not much. It feels like Christmas at my house.
 
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mrjohnsJoeWayneRhea, I took your advice and bought the TX200 from Marksman3006. It is one beautiful TX200. I looks like it is new in box. I put a Vortex Viper 6.5-20X50 on it and plan on shooting in a couple of days. Just got out of surgery yesterday to remove a tumor on the head/neck area and not feeling that great yet. I did put a pellet in it and tried the trigger. It feels like 2-4 oz. My anschutz 1907 feels a little better but not much. It feels like Christmas at my house.
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Im glad she has a new home with someone who will appreciate her as much as I do. That rifle got me into this wacky world of airguns. I put alot of my time into her making her even better. Took alot of game with that rifle too. Let us know how she shoots for you when you sight her in. I know what that rifle is capable of. Lastly......that was my hunting tuned trigger.....I bet she could be adjusted to surpass the anschutz. Those trigger sears literally look like mirrors.....and the head of the adjustment screws for first and second stage travel were polished on a wet piece of rawhide leather and jewelers rouge. Took awhile but they are perfectly round and mirror finished as well.
 
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