Comments on: Another Home Run – The Crosman Challenger 2009

By: Jock Elliott

Jock Elliott — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:34:37 +0000

JohnG10,

I have not heard anything from the factory regarding modifying the Challenger for additional velocity for field target.

As it stands, the Challenger offers more stock adjustability but significantly lower velocity, while the Marauder shoots faster but has a non-adjustable sporter-style stock. Both are wickedly accurate, but you’ll have a loopier trajectory and more wind drift with the Challenger.

By: JohnG10

JohnG10 — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:03:47 +0000

Any news on how to convert the rifle to 900 fps for field target ?
How do you think the Challenger compares to the Marauder for field target ?

By: Jock Elliott

Jock Elliott — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:59:40 +0000

Christopher,

Sorry, I never did get any additional information from the factory about this potential modification.

After the SHOT show, perhaps I’ll see if there has been any progress.

By: Christopher

Christopher — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:39:59 +0000

Re: your references to “with a minor part change … up to 900fps”

I liked both you articles on the Challenger; (Another Home Run & The Incredibly Versatile …) but was not able to find any follow up related to powering up to 900fps, etc. Was wondering if you had actually done this mod, and had some reference data related including the part change, muzzle energy and shot string info?

If you post further on this subject, I would appreciate a quick email so I can check back.

Regards,