Crosman Legacy 1000 - Does it REALLY do 1000FPS?!

Published on April 26, 2019
Duration: 12:31

The Crosman Legacy 1000 air rifle, purchased for under $50, fails to meet its advertised 1000 FPS claim, reaching only 774 FPS with alloy pellets and 662 FPS with lead pellets. Despite the velocity disappointment, the rifle demonstrates surprising accuracy, achieving a dime-sized group at 10 yards in windy conditions. It's considered a good value for its price point, though pumping becomes difficult after 8 pumps.

Quick Summary

The Crosman Legacy 1000 air rifle, priced under $50, fails to reach its advertised 1000 FPS, topping out at 774 FPS with alloy pellets and 662 FPS with lead pellets. However, it offers surprising accuracy, achieving a dime-sized group at 10 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Unboxing: Crosman Legacy 1000
  2. 01:11Testing Objectives: Velocity & Accuracy
  3. 02:04Pellet Selection & Initial Impressions
  4. 03:47Velocity Test: Alloy Pellets (vs. 1000 FPS)
  5. 05:59Velocity Test: Lead Pellets (Real FPS)
  6. 08:33Accuracy Test: Dime-Sized Group
  7. 10:26Conclusion: Value & Pumping Effort

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the actual velocity of the Crosman Legacy 1000 air rifle?

During testing, the Crosman Legacy 1000 air rifle achieved a maximum velocity of approximately 774 FPS with Gamo Raptor alloy pellets and around 662 FPS with 8.3 grain lead pellets, falling significantly short of the advertised 1000 FPS.

Is the Crosman Legacy 1000 accurate for its price?

Yes, despite its low cost (under $50) and plastic construction, the Crosman Legacy 1000 demonstrated impressive accuracy, producing a dime-sized group at 10 yards in windy conditions.

What are the limitations of the Crosman Legacy 1000?

The primary limitation is its exaggerated velocity claim. Additionally, the pumping effort becomes significantly harder after 8 pumps, and the rifle's stock is made of lightweight plastic.

What type of pellets were used to test the Crosman Legacy 1000's velocity?

The velocity tests used Gamo Raptor alloy pellets and 8.3 grain lead pellets. The maximum velocity recorded was with the alloy pellets.

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