Crosman 760 Pumpmaster Shoot & Review

Published on May 1, 2023
Duration: 15:12

This review of the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster focuses on its performance and accuracy. The reviewer details velocity expectations for BBs and pellets, noting that alloy pellets achieve advertised speeds while lead pellets are slower. Accuracy tests at 10 and 20 yards reveal that the rifle performs adequately at closer ranges but struggles significantly at longer distances, with groups widening considerably. The reviewer suggests it's suitable for plinking or specific uses like calibrating ballistics gelatin but not for precision shooting beyond 10-15 yards.

Quick Summary

The Crosman 760 Pumpmaster is advertised with a BB velocity of up to 645 fps and a pellet velocity of up to 700 fps with 10 pumps. Testing shows 8 pumps yield about 580 fps with BBs. While accurate at 10 yards, its accuracy significantly drops at 20 yards, with groups widening to 3-3.5 inches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Overview
  2. 00:16Box Advertised Specs & Velocity
  3. 00:37Pellet Types & Weights
  4. 01:28BB Velocity & Chronograph Issues
  5. 01:48Personal Chrono Data & Gel Calibration
  6. 02:36Average Velocity & Pump Count
  7. 03:14BB Reservoir Capacity
  8. 03:36Loading & Pumping Mechanism
  9. 03:41Sights & Adjustments
  10. 04:42Build Quality & Complaints
  11. 05:07Accuracy Testing Setup
  12. 05:33Test Plan: 6 Pumps at 10 Yards
  13. 06:0410 Yard Shooting Session (6 Pumps)
  14. 08:1110 Yard Results (6 Pumps)
  15. 08:30Test Plan: 10 Pumps at 10 Yards
  16. 08:4810 Yard Results (10 Pumps) & Flyer
  17. 10:1320 Yard Accuracy Test Setup
  18. 10:31Test Plan: 10 Pumps at 20 Yards
  19. 11:5020 Yard Shooting Session (10 Pumps)
  20. 12:0820 Yard Results & Analysis
  21. 13:15Overall Recommendation & Comparison
  22. 14:20Warranty & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advertised velocity for the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster?

The Crosman 760 Pumpmaster is advertised with a BB velocity of up to 645 feet per second and a pellet velocity of up to 700 feet per second with 10 pumps. However, the 700 fps rating is typically for lighter alloy pellets, with lead pellets achieving lower velocities.

How accurate is the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster at different distances?

At 10 yards, the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster can achieve reasonable accuracy, with some shots grouping tightly. However, accuracy significantly degrades at 20 yards, with groups opening up to around 3 to 3.5 inches, making it difficult for precise shooting.

What is the typical velocity achieved with 8 pumps on the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster?

With 8 pumps, the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster typically achieves a velocity of approximately 580 feet per second when firing BBs. This velocity is often used as a standard for calibrating ballistics gelatin.

Can the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster shoot both BBs and pellets?

Yes, the Crosman 760 Pumpmaster is a dual-ammo rifle capable of firing both BBs and .177 caliber pellets. It features a reservoir for BBs and a breech for single-shot pellet loading.

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