I'm interested in upgrading my current PCP and getting a bullpup design in .22. I'm honing in on the Vulcan 2 vs. the Wildcat MKII. From reading reviews, it looks like many considered that the Vulcan had the edge over the original Wildcat. With improvements in the Vulcan 2 as well as the MKII newer releases though, they both look like great guns and closely matched. I'm curious what others think based off of experience?
Vulcan 2 vs. Wildcat MKII
- Thread starter r_cush82
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My buddy has a Vulcan in .22, pellets go in the same hole not ragged at 25 yards, which is what started me on this journey. I can't speak for the Wildcat as I've never seen one up close. The Vulcan, build quality and feel are outstanding and the accuracy is awesome as well.
Smitty
Smitty
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Had a Vulcan. Sold it. Biggest mistake of my life. FX guns are good. Having owned both a Wildcat and a Vulcan, I would always go back to the Vulcan.It’s an amazing gun.
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the vulcan 2 shows real promise, i have not owned one but overall reviews are strong. wildcat mk11 is also rated highly. i like mine a lot. also might consider taipan veteran. all in same class of badass!
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I have a vulcan and have my eye on a vulcan 2. I would not part with my vulcan even when I make the move to get a vulcan 2. I have handled the wildcat but not shoot it. Honestly It is the only fx airgun I would consider currently but thats just me. Even with that said there are several others I would pick up first before I got a wildcat. I am not a big fan of fx and their lack of quality control. I will say that the wildcat felt like a toy compared to a vulcan when handled. The vulcan also seems to be much better made overall.
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Thanks everyone for the quick replies so far. Seems the votes are leaning towards the Vulcan 2, which was my original thought as well. I appreciate the feedback!
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I have the Vulcan 2 in .22 and love it, crazy accurate.
Charlie at https://www.georgiaairguns.net have Vulcan generation 4 at a great deal, I just put an order for one in .25 give a call.
Dan
Charlie at https://www.georgiaairguns.net have Vulcan generation 4 at a great deal, I just put an order for one in .25 give a call.
Dan
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I read your OP 24 hours ago when it was initially posted. At that point I was reluctant to respond simply because I feel that you can't go wrong with either of the bullpups you're considering -- the Vulcan2 or the Wildcat MkII.
I have owned the FX Wildcat MkI in .25 caliber for about a year now. I also have an AGT Vulcan Tactic Gen 4 in .22 caliber and a Vulcan2 Tactic in .25 caliber -- "semi-bullpups". Frankly, the choice of which gun is better is strictly a matter of personal preference. The Vulcan(s) are heavier than the Wildcat. Consequently, if I were to go hunting, I would choose the Wildcat. For me the Wildcat's trigger was more adjustable -- therefore, I prefer it to the Vulcan(s).
The Vulcan(s) come with the Picatinny rail standard vs the dovetail rail on the Wildcat.
The Vulcan(s) have a slightly better magazine, although the lever action on the Wildcat is smoother.
The Vulcan(s) still have -- annoying to some -- the ping sound when fired. I don't mind it, but the Wildcat's sound is sweeter.
The Vulcan(s)' stock comes prepared for mounting a bipod, while the Wildcat's stock requires more work to mount the bipod.
The Vulcan's lever is on the left side of the rifle. But get this, although I'm right-handed, this setup is preferable to me, because I don't have to take my right hand away from the trigger.
*Now for the important part:
Both these guns are absolute "TACK DRIVERS" and I can not discern any difference in the accuracy between the two.
Take your pick of which to buy first. As you will most likely own both in due time.
PS: I am currently awaiting the arrival of my recently purchased Vulcan2 Bullpup .30 caliber in Laminate. Updates and pics will follow.
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Can't beat the Vulcan. I have the .22 Vulcan and Just bought the Vulcan2 in .25. BOTH are extremely accurate. Both my triggers are set at 4 oz with a real nice first stage pull. A few weeks ago I shot a 50 yard 10 shot group just over .322 with my .25, couldn't believe it. Both Vulcans have a SWFA SS 12x44 scope, awesome scope for the money. If I could figure out how to post pictures I would post it. I have it on TAG.
Zonk
Zonk
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I like your taste in airguns and accessories!
Have you had the pleasure of handling the FX Wildcat?
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Yes I have. My buddy owned one and brought it over for me to test out. My Vulcans outshot his Wildcat all day long. I had a .22 Bobcat, just couldn't get it to shoot to my satisfaction.
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