Crosman 2240XL Review Part 1 (4K)

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Crosman 2240XL Review Part 1 (4K)

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4 жыл бұрын

This is Part 1 of an in depth review of Cosman's new 2240XL. An upgraded version of the ultra-popular 2240 .22 caliber CO2 Pistol. This model incorporates a number of popular custom features including a steel breech and bolt. Unique to the 2240XL is the new 1-20 threaded muzzle with included thread protector. (4K)
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@BuckRailAirguns Жыл бұрын

I know this video is a couple of years old, but it just popped up in my feed. Just want to say I love your approach to reviews Al. You provide lots of info in a way that is very approachable and not at all pretentious. You can tell when someone genuinely enjoys the hobby.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated!

@alaneisenberg4203 Жыл бұрын

On the day I received my 1st one, I ordered my second one and I just ordered my third. I use the Buck Rail moderator. It's inexpensive and works quite well. I replaced the funky sear spring with the one from airgun parts UK and their Grav Mag 9 magazine .upgrade with the polished, thicker sear arm,hammer spring adjuster and larger transfer port. Yes there's more. The next one will also get a Crosman 10 in. Barrel and a Williams blade sight, Yup same as the 2300s (got one) and the front muzzle break front sight from Alliance Hobby. Obviously I love them. They are addictive. Shoot great out of the box and some elbow grease and your choice of accessories, one can do many tasks well. From making it sing to hanging bling this is a fab gun! My only concern is the lousy screws used. Yeah replaced with better. For under $120 this is one heck of a deal. Al, I want to thank you for the great videos you do. Happy Plinking!!!!!!!!

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Have fun.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

How is the magazine performing for you? I've wanted to try one of those as well as his high iron sites for use with moderators.

@alaneisenberg4203 Жыл бұрын

It is well designed, well built and so far is flawless. I bought my 2nd one after the first. Yeah they're worth it. More time shooting, way less loading. One xl has a reflex site and the other has a 9 x32 scope, both with high mounts, so I don't know if it will block the view. Also their sear spring adjuster is a solid piece of equipment. Heads above the Crosman oem brass adjuster. I just literally received my 3RD XL which will become a 2240xlS,silhouette target gun.10 inch barrel too. These are so much fun to build. I play your 2240 videos when I tinker with them as they keep me on course. Be well and Happy Plinking!

@alaneisenberg4203 Жыл бұрын

Btw....your thoughts on the DonnyFL tanto.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

I was totally impressed with the Tanto. Donny suggests the Sumo for the ultimate noise reduction but the Tanto is very close with much better handling.

@jongeddes09 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant review. I've seen some things that people have done with the 2240 and 2240XL and I've been strongly considering getting one. I think this review just cemented it as my next airgun purchase.

@donaldblankenship8057 8 ай бұрын

My 2240 blew giant holes thru the front and back with a 1.5 inch hole in the exit wound of a tomato can. I'm used regular pellets. I use 20 grain massive Hawk 22 caliber pointed now. For a single shot, the 2240 is a hoot. I highly recommend it.

@salomekamau5380 Жыл бұрын

I like the shipping packaging. Tells you they care for their product and so should the customer. Glad you pointed that out.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing. 👍🏻

@jefbretschneider1607 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Al, Shoutout from New York! Having stumbled onto your channel, I watched several of your videos in one sitting, and I see you enjoy the technology of airguns as much as I. That said, I happily subscribed (with a bell!). What makes your videos so enjoyable, Al, is your consise use of words. You deal with the basics and the tone of your narration is friendly and welcoming. You're the Pepperidge Farm of Airgun Channels. :)

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@johnnybbgunner2136 Жыл бұрын

I have the HAWKE red dot on my pistol and no adapter is needed. With a moderator and a butt stock, I have the best of both worlds plinking indoors.😎🇺🇸

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

I’m envious, I’ve heard the Hawke sights are nice.

@johnnybbgunner2136 Жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns They were a bit pricey but well worth it with my eyesight.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

@@johnnybbgunner2136 I totally understand my friend. Quality sights and hand tools make you glad every time we use them. Be well…

@strv103b2 3 жыл бұрын

You definetly deserve for more subscribers. Your videos are straight clear and fun to watch. There are no bullshit like in some revievs. Overall: great job i like Your videos and im waiting for a next episode

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that means a lot!!! This crazy winter weather has delayed a couple of projects but I should have something out soon.

@salomekamau5380 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's right!

@MrJoeygregory 2 жыл бұрын

That's crazy it's getting those type of numbers on the crony you can tell they put all their precision and quality into making sure that gun gets every bit of air to that pellet

@campbellcaraher1008 Жыл бұрын

Does the XL have a plastic trigger frame ?

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

No it’s a metal trigger frame.

@campbellcaraher1008 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Have you got any in stock ?

@cheapairgunner1966 3 жыл бұрын

Great additions, coming with the steel breech and threaded barrel. Love my 2240.

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, I'm considering ordering another one to check on quality control and to modify on the channel. These are a great value in my opinion.

@blackdotkiller1 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video Sir

@AlsAirguns 2 жыл бұрын

Many many thanks

@tizio2332 Жыл бұрын

Nice video! Can I ask you if this can be dangerous? I don't know if I should buy this one or a less powerful 4.5 mm pellet pistol. I have 0 experience with airguns, I just want to have fun

@tizio2332 Жыл бұрын

Oh, another thing. Can I find a red tip for the pistol? I live in Italy, so it's basically illegal without the red tip

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

This pistol can cause injury. Particularly to the eyes as well as minor wounds. But is probably not lethal. You must check the laws in your area regarding the legality of the pistol. In the U.S. there are no restrictions on it however in the UK it may require licensing or registration. As far as safe handling Crosman does include pretty good safety instructions in the booklet with the pistol. But it's best to have an experience shooter go over safe handling with you. There may also be video instruction available. After reading your question, I'm wondering it I should make a safety video available on this channel. If you're just looking to have fun and get started you probably want to start with something lest powerful and purchased locally to be certain your compliant and have a positive first experience. Thanks for the questions. I hope this helps. Be well, Al...

@tizio2332 Жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns thanks that was really helpful! I live in italy and our laws aren't really gun friendly (yes,even air gun). I'll probably buy a Crosman Vigilante to begin, less powerful and less loud. After the vigilante maybe I'll buy a 2240. Can I ask you how loud is the 2240? I have neighbors and I live in a small city center, so I don't really want my neighbour to call police on me ahah. Btw I would love a video about gun's safety! Or maybe a video about the maintenance of an air gun. Thank for your reply!

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a good plan. The Vigilante is a great pistol and a good way to start. I would rate the 2240 as medium loud. If memory serves the Vigilante is a bit quieter. Good luck my friend!

@BarnyDaddy Жыл бұрын

I changed my grips immediately.

@AlsAirguns Жыл бұрын

What grips did you put on?

@shra3721 3 жыл бұрын

What to buy crosman 2240 or 2300 T? The price is the same

@tedsell1455 3 жыл бұрын

Put a tasco red dot with 11mm mounts directly to 11mm receiver and sits lower to bore axis. No adapter and is not the XL

@pointnozzleaway 3 жыл бұрын

Did you have much of a challenge sighting in, with the scope that much above the barrel ?

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Not really although at close range the it will shoot slightly high due to the sight being so high above the bore. This is the reason I'm trying low profile mounts an a different sight on the second pistol that you can see in the DIY Silencer video. I should have a review of that sight and mount published soon.

@1776adb 3 жыл бұрын

Good video. Do more;as you do a great job. I’m going to purchase same.

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@wilfredprins9718 2 жыл бұрын

It be nice if they came standard with open sights. If you buy it new you are forced to spend more on a scope to be able to start shooting

@AlsAirguns 2 жыл бұрын

I think they believe most people will add a suppressor and a dot sight.

@johnnybbgunner2136 2 жыл бұрын

Not bad for a 22 heavy pellet.

@markiskool 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see the link to the rail and sight you used. Just fired off about 30 rounds into trees and an old shed. Like the gun but want to mount a scope. Your thoughts?

@AlsAirguns 8 ай бұрын

Check out the accessories play list for a couple of great options.

@curtsantner6023 10 ай бұрын

Is it safe to store this withg a fresh co2 cartidge installed ands the pistol pressurized? Will it damage the seals in any way?

@AlsAirguns 10 ай бұрын

Actually it’s best for the seals to be stored pressurized. It’s also a good idea to put a drop of Crosman Pellgun oil (or lightweight machine oil) on the drop of a CO2 cartridge before piercing/installing it every so often. This will increase the lifespan of the seals too.

@maximpestsolutions3696 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Video 👍. Liked and subscribed 👍. Cheers 🙏🇨🇦

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

@Alberto-vl7qj 2 жыл бұрын

What does the XL stands for?

@AlsAirguns 2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps Extra Loud???

@Alberto-vl7qj 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns could be 😆😂

@jimwjohnq.public 4 жыл бұрын

So how do you get the 1-20 threaded muzzle off to use on a longer barrel? This would one for the first upgrades, a longer barrel.

@AlsAirguns 4 жыл бұрын

Not easily from what I can tell, it’s designed to be permanent. I’m looking into the possibility of converting standard barrels of various lengths to this configuration. But at this time you’ll need to use an adapter like the ones sold by DONNYFL.

@salomekamau5380 Жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns would definitely love to hear from you when you do this!

@keeblerhunts 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I'm about to order one, but what is a good red dot scope for it?

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

I've used the Crosman CenterPoint MultiTac which is good and tall enough to see over most suppressors. I'd really like to try the CenterPoint 32mm Reflex Site (red/green dot) on my next 2240XL build. Almost anything UTG or Hawke makes is going to be good but a bit more expensive. You'll need a dovetail mount on the site. Most dot sites use weaver/picatinny style in which case you'll need an adapter. I use the UTG Dovetail to Weaver adapter a lot and have a review on it in the accessories playlist.

@leonjohnsonjr3331 3 жыл бұрын

If u never own tge 2240 then u can get the 2240XL

@ilikedirtx22 5 ай бұрын

Great review, How long is the longer front dovetail ? I need to know what length dovetail to weaver mount to get. Thanks

@AlsAirguns 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, the portion of dovetail to the front of the loading port is 3.25 inches.

@wayne5d5d5d 3 жыл бұрын

Hi love your video, i have Crosman 1322 and upgrade to 2240SBPK steel breech kit and i bought dovetail UTG Leapers MNT-DTW145 but don't fit. can you please tell me what part dose it? thank you

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

If you look in my accessories play list you'll find a video on the UTG Dovetail to Weaver Adapter that I often use. I get them from Pyramid Air.

@wayne5d5d5d 3 жыл бұрын

got it UTG MNT-PMTOWL-A New Gen Dovetail to Picatinny/Weaver Adaptor Mount, One Size thanks again

@brightargyle8950 3 жыл бұрын

I am interested in doing the same setup as far as the moderator. You said you were using the Donnyfl Tanto which was a direct fit, were you using the 1/2x20 5 inch model? Great video, by the way, I enjoyed your straight forward appraisal of the pistol.

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, sir. That's what I used. Good luck & happy shooting.

@brightargyle8950 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns Great! Thank you for your prompt reply sir.

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

@@brightargyle8950 You're welcome. Be well...

@jonasaras 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if the custom shop barrels on the 2300KT and 2400KT have the same threads? Or would I need to get adapters to mount a Tanto?

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

As far as I've seen, the threaded barrel is not a custom shop option at this time. Because of this for the 2300KT & 2400KT you will need to use and adapter like those sold by DonnyFL. Good luck & hopefully we'll see this barrel option added to the Custom Shop offerings.

@leonjohnsonjr3331 3 жыл бұрын

They should've,came out with the 9 round magazine like the diana have i dont see nothing different but the the muzzle and plastic grips and the breech

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. That's the difference. The Steel breech, threaded muzzle and grips.

@leonjohnsonjr3331 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns if it had the 9 magazine i would've bought it

@AlsAirguns 8 ай бұрын

I hear you there.

@devonhutson669 3 жыл бұрын

I chronographed my 2240 with a 14.3 grain hollow point and i only got 380fps what gives i dont get it anyone know whats up it will penetrate 6+ empty beer cans

@devonhutson669 3 жыл бұрын

Yes its a 2240xl model

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

Are you shooting it outdoors in cool weather? CO2 performance can be effected significantly by temperature.

@devonhutson669 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns in my garage but it is probably only 10° celseius in there

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

I believe that's the problem. Try keeping the gun and CO2 cartridges inside somewhere warm & that will help. At 10C or 50F you're your loosing velocity due to the temp. Most testing of CO2 guns is done at 72F (22.2 degrees C). Where I live it'll get over 102F in the summer, you can get some great velocity readings at those temperatures. That's why I usually try to state the ambient temperature as part of performance testing for C02 guns.

@devonhutson669 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlsAirguns appreciate the reply !

@bobbybrummett7384 3 жыл бұрын

I bet you a dollar that 460 is rated with the wad cutter

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

It used to be that people tended to not see 460 fps with a standard weight pellet regardless of type (domed, wadcutter, hollow point) leading many ti assume that they were testing with a rather light pellet. With CO2 Pistols power and shot count are related. The higher the velocity, the lower the shot count. I've yet to see a 2240 that launches a 14 grain pellet ar 460 fps for 60 shots.

@kb8im 7 ай бұрын

super video

@AlsAirguns 7 ай бұрын

Thanks

@snakes111b 26 күн бұрын

i wanna make 22lr from that pistol.Will be good for that?

@AlsAirguns 25 күн бұрын

Definitely not. Better ways to make a .22lr.

@snakes111b 25 күн бұрын

@@AlsAirguns maybe some advice what air gun shall i buy for making 22lr?Some model in sale,gamo maybe?

@AlsAirguns 25 күн бұрын

@@snakes111b one of the reasons it’s not feasible is a .22 Long Rifle bullet is a larger diameter than a .22 caliber pellet. The ..22lr bullet wound fit down the .22 pellet gun barrel. The bullet is too fat. People do use ram set blanks in .22lr from the hardware store to propel pellets out of single shot .22 cal firearms but that’s different. Gun calibers can be confusing. For instance a 44 magnum bullet is actually .429 caliber but that didn’t sound as cool. 😎

@BarnyDaddy Жыл бұрын

7 yards

@frios011 2 жыл бұрын

Hard hitter, lol,8 ft lbs? Why bother spending any money on upgrades for such a weak gun?

@AlsAirguns 2 жыл бұрын

What do you prefer?

@rafaelmadrigal9038 3 жыл бұрын

I lost interest when no iron sights were available. Not interested. I owned 2240's before and that's what I liked about them. Why a Red Dot? Come on...

@AlsAirguns 3 жыл бұрын

They are assuming you want the threaded barrel to support a can/suppressor. To do that on a regular 2240 you have to remove the front sight anyway. There is a fellow in the UK that makes iron sights designed to be used with a suppressor in place. I hope to demo one of those soon.

@preparedsurvivalist2245 2 жыл бұрын

Calibrate your chrony bud. It ain't working. This gun is only rated at 460 FPS, and that is the unrealistically high manufacturer rating. In reality this airgun will shoot an average lead pellet 400 fps. Even power modded you won't get 500 fps typically. Is there any particular reason you DIDN'T mention why this gun was miraculously shooting over 100 FPS more than it should??? You seemed to mention everything else, even the box!

@AlsAirguns 2 жыл бұрын

Actually I have two different Chrony's and they both agree. Real word data trumps conjecture brother. Yes, a stock 2240 is rated at 460 and the literature says the same for the 2240XL. However it much hotter, mainly due to the hammer spring that's being used. We used to modify 2240's this way for more power. Not only have I tested over two different shooting chrony's but, I also purchased a second pistol to test. And it produced similar results. Two different examples purchased months apart and shot over multiple chronographs showing the same data. That's why i feel confident in my results.

@johnnybbgunner2136 Жыл бұрын

The XL has more power due to the steel breech and better barrel.

@AlsAirguns 8 ай бұрын

I agree. I also suspect they may be using a slightly stiffer hammer spring given the shot count and the way she drops velocity at the end. I actually purchased and documented a second 2240XL to see if the first pistol was a fluke. It shot the same.