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AdmiralEddie

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Hello AGN. I'm new to the PCP world and would like some input on my next purchase. I have a .22 Gamo Urban that I use for pesting on a farm I own. This got me hooked! For small stuff it is effective to 50 yards but I am looking for 100 yard accuracy and power. Specifically, for groundhogs in the 75-100 yard range. I'd like a bullpup and for it to be relatively quiet as there are houses in the vicinity. Here is what I have narrowed my selections to:

FX wildcat compact .25
FX crown .30 and .22 barrel (I know the Impact meets the bullpup and is interchangeable barrels. I just don't like the minimalist look)
FX Bobcat .30
Daystate Renegade .30

I'd prefer to stay at .25 for the noise, but I'm not sure it will be enough. The Crown probably bridges most of my needs but of course is the most expensive and I'd prefer not to have to fuss between barrels. Again, Groundhogs at 75-100 yards is the primary objective, but I do enjoy shooting for accuracy and fun.
 
"Bob_O"At 75 to 100 yards, even with a 30 caliber, you'll need to do your part.....that is long range and shot placement will be critical.
It's critical at any range but your groups will open up past 50, then factor in any wind.
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Bob, is there a resource that one could learn what the different X (twist rates) will do? ie: 1:12 will shoot 16 grains, 1:9 is specifically made for 18gr, etc. I know the theory behind the development, just don’t know of any data as I inquired above. Thanks. 

 
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"intenseaty22"
"Bob_O"At 75 to 100 yards, even with a 30 caliber, you'll need to do your part.....that is long range and shot placement will be critical.
It's critical at any range but your groups will open up past 50, then factor in any wind.
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Bob, is there a resource that one could learn what the different X (twist rates) will do? ie: 1:12 will shoot 16 grains, 1:9 is specifically made for 18gr, etc. I know the theory behind the development, just don’t know of any data as I inquired above. Thanks. 
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Sorry, I was in a movie theater.

I don't know much about air rifle twist rates and pellets. I think FX tailors the rate for the lighter pellets in both 22 (15.89) and 25 (25.4) calibers....I could easily be wrong.
I haven't tried the 25gr pellets in my WC25 with X barrel liner. All I know is that the 34gr MKII pellets shoot very accurately and don't wobble at 850fps. I imagine the 25gr pellets would be accurate as well.

I hope the Slug-X barrels become available soon as I will order one up immediately.
 
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"AdmiralEddie"Thanks for the quick replies! I wasn't even considering the Bobcat .25 but I'll take a close look. What is the benefit of the Bobcat over the Wildcat in .25?
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Sorry, trying to get caught up here.

Two major benefits IMO. One is the power wheel....the WC doesn't have one. The other is the magazine.....the Bobcat will lock the lever open after the last pellet, the WC will not.

The other things I like about the Bobcat are the longer fore stock and twist-off air cylinder.
 
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