Crosman Crosman Vantage NP conversion

[2Ten]

This could be a dumb question. Don't worry, you won't hurt my feelings.

Can a Crosman Vantage NP (Model 30021) be converted from 177 cal to 22 cal by swapping out the barrel?

 

[Moe M.]

Yes, most air rifles of the same make and model use the same power system between calibers with a few exceptions in the higher priced and larger calibers.
However, I question the practicality, a new barrel/breech block, and sights, if one is available is likely to cost close to what you can buy a new Crosman Vantage .22 air rifle, the going price at most air gun venders is about $119.00, and what's better than a Crosman Vantage, two Crosman Vantages in .177 and .22 calibers.

For what it's worth I have a Vantage in .177 caliber, when I purchased it I wanted it in .22 cal. but it wasn't available, so I took it in .177, after smoothing the trigger and shooting it I was happy with it the way it is, I have other air rifles, some in .22 cal., but I wouldn't trade my vantage for anything else.
Good luck with whatever you decide.

 

[2Ten]

Yes, most air rifles of the same make and model use the same power system between calibers with a few exceptions in the higher priced and larger calibers.
However, I question the practicality, a new barrel/breech block, and sights, if one is available is likely to cost close to what you can buy a new Crosman Vantage .22 air rifle, the going price at most air gun venders is about $119.00, and what's better than a Crosman Vantage, two Crosman Vantages in .177 and .22 calibers.

For what it's worth I have a Vantage in .177 caliber, when I purchased it I wanted it in .22 cal. but it wasn't available, so I took it in .177, after smoothing the trigger and shooting it I was happy with it the way it is, I have other air rifles, some in .22 cal., but I wouldn't trade my vantage for anything else.
Good luck with whatever you decide.

That's what I needed to hear, Moe. I started with the 177 Vantage. Then I decided to spring for a Mike Mellick R9 (because, hey, it's a fun hobby), but it was only available in 177 at the time. Not sure why I'd want a 22. I just thought it might be a cheap and easy switch.

By the way, what did you do to "smooth out the trigger?" I put a longer adjusting screw in mine, and that helped a lot. I may try the RC bearing thing one day.

 

[WorriedMan]

That's what I needed to hear, Moe. I started with the 177 Vantage. Then I decided to spring for a Mike Mellick R9 (because, hey, it's a fun hobby), but it was only available in 177 at the time. Not sure why I'd want a 22. I just thought it might be a cheap and easy switch.

By the way, what did you do to "smooth out the trigger?" I put a longer adjusting screw in mine, and that helped a lot. I may try the RC bearing thing one day.

.22 is nice, just don't go for XL option, the jump from 25mm piston to 27mm just makes cocking, hold and accuracy harder. Bought these RC bearings on Amazon for a couple of bucks in 2019, used one for Benjamin Trail NP XL .22 and the other for Crosman F4 .177. Brand: TRB-RC Email: [email protected] Website: www.trbrc.com Part #X000VHCNY J Traxxas 5x8x II Bearings MR85-2RS. WM