Airforce Huben Power Regulator on a Condor SS .25 vs Stock Tank

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I got the chance to do some head to head testing with my .25 Condor SS, equipped 2 different ways; stock tank vs Huben regulated setup.

My goal was to have the reg set pretty low (~2400psi) and see if I could get a good tune for 34gr FX pellets at sub 950fps. The Huben reg I used is the M18 threaded version (https://shop.hubenpower.com/products/cricket-max-ath-regulator?rs_ref=xFnJgccX) so I got another Condor Hi-Flo valve from Airforce and mounted it up to the reg. You could, of course, just re-use your stock valve for this and there's another video on my channel showing how to do just that. Anyway, I used a cheap 360cc 4500psi Tuxing bottle (https://amzn.to/3XKlzZ7) from Amazon for the reg'd setup. For the stock bottle comparison I just used the stock tank with no modifications.

I explain it all in the video so rather than typing a novel here, I'll just post the video below:


The regulated performance is highly impressive. I'm getting like 50 consistent shots or so at 60+fpe with the reg. This Condor is now perfect for taking on a weekend hunting trip without worrying about running out of air or dealing with a bell-curve of velocity (and therefore point of impact changes). I continue to be impressed by these regs!

PS: You guys can save 10% off anything at Shop.Hubenpower.Com with code RSZA


Anyone else tried these regs? What do you think? Would you like to see any more videos on these regs? (I've done a bunch already)

Cheers!

-AS
 
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SilentSquirrel said:
@AirShootist
Just what I was looking for!
Thank you
However, it is hard to tell from the video
How much length does the Huben regulator coupled with the Tuxing .36L bottle add, please?

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Edward
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They are the same length of pull, which is why I used that bottle. Initially I tried a 420cc but it made for a super lanky LOP. The 360cc is perfect. And it will fit the factory stock band. There is a link for all I used in the video desription
MongooseV8 said:
I wonder if this might be the answer for the "too much power" 22Cal Condors out there in the wild. I have a 25Cal Condor 24" barrel I might have to try one of these regs. I was thinking maybe use a full 580cc bottle over my shoulder like with the Maddog stocks?
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It absolutely is the answer. And you will get a gob of shots with that barrel length especially with a 580cc botttle
 
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These 2 ideas are absolutely great.
And very timely as I had been wondering about a longer bottle on my Condor SS 25 with Mad Dog stock
Thank you both
Now the next issue
Degassing when using or not using the Huben regulator
I absolutely hate loosening/retightening 1/8"NPT fittings for this purpose
Often, they become a PITA to reseal
Is there a reliable solution such as adding a bleed valve or adapting threads?

Thanks
Edward
 
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SilentSquirrel said:
These 2 ideas are absolutely great.
And very timely as I had been wondering about a longer bottle on my Condor SS 25 with Mad Dog stock
Thank you both
Now the next issue
Degassing when using or not using the Huben regulator
I absolutely hate loosening/retightening 1/8"NPT fittings for this purpose
Often, they become a PITA to reseal
Is there a reliable solution such as adding a bleed valve or adapting threads?

Thanks
Edward
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Yes, get an old fill adapter for the non fill-nippled old school bottles, drop a penny in it, and screw in your tank carefully. That's how I do it.
 
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AirShootist said:
Yes, get an old fill adapter for the non fill-nippled old school bottles, drop a penny in it, and screw in your tank carefully. That's how I do it.
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Thank you
Yes, I did see that in one of your videos.
And I have begun looking for one on the internet
The closest I have come so far is from Ali Express

Do you think a call to Airforce might drum one up?

Edward
 
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SilentSquirrel said:
Thank you
Yes, I did see that in one of your videos.
And I have begun looking for one on the internet
The closest I have come so far is from Ali Express

Do you think a call to Airforce might drum one up?

Edward
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Airforce for sure has them. I think they use them for degassing. OR they might even have a special tool just for that. Maybe give em a jingle - super nice folks over there
 
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