T16 - very simlar but does not used cased paintballs.
T68 - Hopper feed milsim marker. I like the the mags. Giant hoppers of paint just don't work for me.
Marker Setup:
I have 3.
All basic setup. I have used both the standard core and the upgraded LE core.
BSA reddot and other tactial sights.
Recommended Upgrades:
You need at least 3 mags, preferrably closer to 12.
Have a walkie talkie, with boom mike or throat mike. Stay in touch with your team mates.
The LE is a great upgrade, adds greater distance and accuracy. However be careful, the LE fires 325fps-450fps. I have seen my chrono as high as 480. I am upgrading to the New METS non LE core when it comes out. (capable of going below 300fps)
Strengths:
realistic, releiable, Solid, cool accessories,
Weaknesses:
Many fields will not allow .43.
Windage
mag change, 20rds per mag
Review:
I love them, I'll step out on any field with them any time. They are made extrealy durable, some seem to require continual futs-ing with. I think of them as old harley's, once you get it tuned don't mess with it. I was able to use mine for over a year just hosing it off. Generally all I do is hose them off and occassionally add a little oil.
The .43 round having less mass than a .68 round is more prone to windage. If you live in
a windy area expect your balls to be blown all over the place.
I find the biggest disadvantage when facing a standard marker is that my opponent steps out on the field with over 500 rounds My mag has 20 rounds per mag, carying 9 mags gives me 180 rounds. Changing mags take time that someone could be charging me. Statically more paint is flying in my direction than I can put in the opposite. I enjoy the challenge of using my brain to use teamwork and use cover and concelament effectivlely. Usually I am out gunned, but hey I am out for fun.
The LE version is geared for 350-450fps and this higher velocity allows the LE a greater accuracy. a few fields recognize that the .43 paintball is not a .68 and will allow the higer muzzle velocity of an LE(law enforcment) core. Currently civilians are now allowed to buy the LE version. I am finding that on private fields I can use my LE core, on commercial fields I have to swap cores to a non-le version.
Oh yes I find being hit by the .43 hurts less than a .68 round, but leaves more visible bruises.
Conclusion:
If you are interested, try to find a rap4 owner in your area. Try it. These markers are for some people not others. Physically putting one in your had and firing a mag or 2 will tell you if this marker is for you.
Semper Fi Paintball outside Bellingham, WA lets me use them. I clock it at 300 FPS and the owner even orders in the paint for me. I dunno where pcooke lives, though.
quote:Originally posted by phecri902 Semper Fi Paintball outside Bellingham, WA lets me use them. I clock it at 300 FPS and the owner even orders in the paint for me. I dunno where pcooke lives, though.
I never said you could not use these period just not at above 300fps
and at that foot per sec you cannot compete with other markers---FACT
