Date: 29/3/2024 5:35

Kral Arms Puncher NP-03 Reviews

Kral Puncher NP-03 PCP Carbine, Synthetic Stock

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Rating 4.04.0 (37 reviews)

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By Kendall from USA on 2020-04-17 13:24:04

Things I liked:

That it's a carbine not simply a pistol with a shoulder stock. This makes the balance perfect with or without shoulder stock. The added power of a .25 and not having to use a .22 at a higher fps to produce the same knockdown power. Being able to take gun down and use a backpack for stealth. Lot of airgun for the price paid.

Things I would have changed:

Make it dovetail /picatinny instead of the dovetail /weaver rail. I tried weaver rings and they didn't fit, picatinny doesn't fit either, only dovetail rings worked. Also include a single shot tray for .25.

What others should know:

This gun is loud so don't think you're going to use a small moderator and expect it to be backyard friendly. I used a DonnyFL Ronin on it which worked great, but was just a little bulky, so I grabbed a Neil Clague made moderator, which is smaller diameter but just as effective at 1.5"x8" This

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By Patrick from USA on 2020-08-11 21:22:52

Things I liked:

great gun, too bad I cant shoot it because the magazines literally didn't even last one round of pellets each. The magazines are garbage or were broken when received. There is an ever sop tiny, weak as can be, sliver of plastic and a tiny metal pin responsible for assistance loading the magazine. This tiny sliver of plastic cannot even take one usage before breaking. No single shot tray provided. Gun is 100% useless at this time. Both magazines lasted about 5 rounds.

Things I would have changed:

great gun, too bad I cant shoot it because the magazines literally didn't even last one round of pellets each. The magazines are garbage or were broken when received. There is an ever sop tiny, weak as can be, sliver of plastic and a tiny metal pin responsible for assistance loading the magazine. This tiny sliver of plastic cannot even take one usage before breaking. No single shot tray provided. Gun is 100% useless at this time. Both magazines lasted about 5 rounds.

What others should know:

great gun, too bad I cant shoot it because the magazines literally didn't even last one round of pellets each. The magazines are garbage or were broken when received. There is an ever sop tiny, weak as can be, sliver of plastic and a tiny metal pin responsible for assistance loading the magazine. This tiny sliver of plastic cannot even take one usage before breaking. No single shot tray provided. Gun is 100% useless at this time. Both magazines lasted about 5 rounds.

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    Verified Purchase

    Things I liked:

    It's accurate, fun to shoot, sturdy, and seems well made. The dual rail is a nice addition, I also like the adjustable buttstock.

    Things I would have changed:

    The fill port eats o'rings like crazy on the supplied fill probe. This is a manufacturer defect and needs to be resolved going forward.

    What others should know:

    This rifle is a bit heavy, if you're going to be out in the field, I suggest getting a rifle sling. The gun ships with no air, unless you pay the fee for testing prior to shipping. Unless you have an air tank to fill the gun, I suggest you pay the fee. It took me a long time to get the gun to take air with a hand pump. Cocking it first did not work. A PA tech recommended hitting the buttstock with a rubber mallet while pumping to close the valve. That didn't work initially. I have a friend with a floor standing compressor. I read that some people had good luck closing the valve that way, I did not. After calling PA again to start an exchange, I decided to try pumping one more time and it started taking air, that was 2-3 days of trying. Buy an aftermarket fill probe, it works perfectly, and the fill port didn't destroy the o-rings.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    The gun is compact, light weight easy to handle, has good power, very accurate pellet on top of pellet accurate, has a 1/2 moderator adapter, a power adjuster, saftey on right side easy access for right handed shooter, excellent styling, good on air usage, today I had 64 shots and I'm still 2 marks in the green on the nano meter...

    Things I would have changed:

    Side lever should be reversable, power adjuster needs to be larger, review said the shroud is fluted, but this gun was not..

    What others should know:

    I put a DonnyFL FatBoy with the Muzzle Brake, it is super quiet, and a UTG Bug Buster scope keeps the weight down.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    Light Weight. Compact. Trigger is pretty good.

    Things I would have changed:

    Not a big fan of the fill probe. Foster fitting would be better.

    What others should know:

    This thing is fun to shoot! Smooth and accurate.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

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    Rating 4.04.0 4.0

    Things I liked:

    Works well,looks cool

    Things I would have changed:

    Magazine hard to get in and out just about need a tool to smash em out of the slot. Kral no quick disconnect fill probe really?

    What others should know:

    This thing barely gets two mags worth of usable shots, almost in the yellow after one mag If you really want to buy this also get the quick disconnect fill probe adapter. Also o-rings on fill probe were shredded upon opening the box.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    I like everything about this carbine.

    Things I would have changed:

    Nothing

    What others should know:

    Upgrade to a larger airtube(330 cc), makes it about 1.5 heavier, but you double your shots from 36 to 70 +-.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    Gun is very accurate and handles well. Best accuracy i get is out of 18gr Jsb domed pellets.

    Things I would have changed:

    Include the air fitting for the fill probe or at least note it needs the fitting so it can be purchased at the same time. Baffle the shroud. Its loud.

    What others should know:

    Its not out of the box backyard friendly. It loud. I found the donny fl Shogun worked the best to tone it down. With that being said its no longer a compact rifle.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    It's very well built with plastic only where plastic should be. It's small and light enough to take just about anywhere. You can adjust the power without taking it apart. Can throw a moderator on it without any special adapter. Has a better trigger than I'm used to. It chambers the pellets I cast, without too much trouble. The air gauge is facing down and not forward and is well protected. the Fill port can be covered by simply turning the cap on the end of the tank, so there's no little plug to lose. The butt-stock can be easily removed if you'd willing to trade off stability for a smaller airgun. If your looking for something compact for under $600, look no further.

    Things I would have changed:

    One of the magazines has a hairline crack in the transparent plastic next to the little metal pin above the shot count window. It's going about 3 mm to the left, from the pin. I don't know if it was there when I got it. Hope it doesn't split apart on me or lose the pin. Back-ordered a couple more magazines, but I haven't got a clue when they'll be shipped.

    What others should know:

    The rail below the fore-grip can be removed if you prefer a smooth grip surface.

  • Rating 4.04.0 4.0

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    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    So far consistent shots with domed 22 pellets once sighted in. Comfortable grip and rest. No performance issues. Fun to shoot.

    Things I would have changed:

    Price, And a few other things that just doesn't make any sense.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    I like it all for 399$ wow what a gun. Mags, caulking,and accuracy are all top notch. The gun is vary vary tight and well put together

    Things I would have changed:

    Well i did not pay for the 10 for 10 but still think the gun should be look at before sent to the buyer. I know it is a manufacture oversight and quality control issue , but the gun came to me with no air in it and in the O-rings on my charging probe cut. Could not get it to take air, so I looked inside the air port on the guns tank and there was a small sharp metal bur cutting the o-rings. (3 set later ) I got it to take air and I was off and running. ( Captain O-ring is a live save for 10$ you can get a set of nice o-rings for pcp guns )

    What others should know:

    I have not had a problem with my magazines. So IF YOU are using them correctly I would assume they are broke and send them back or buy new ones?! Like I said for 399$ you will not find a better more well put together compact gun.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    I have a Kral puncher jumbo also, I like the fact they use the same mag, I now have six interchangeable mags, It's light enough to shoot off hand, great for small game.. Groups well at 30 40 and 50 yards for a short barrel carbine. I got an exceptional deal when they were first available. it has an excellent trigger out of the box. For the money it can't be beat.

    Things I would have changed:

    would have been nice if it used the same filler as my puncher, but was an easy fix, it is a little loud, but tolerable. I would like to set barrel bands available for both of my Kral rifles.

    What others should know:

    Don't understand all the talk about trouble loading mags. I have no problem loading the mags, Have had my puncher for couple years, don't recall ever having mis fire or jam

  • Rating 2.02.0 2.0

    Rating 3.03.0 3.0

    Rating 1.01.0 1.0

    Things I liked:

    When I first saw this air rifle after lots of others this one struck me as the one 4 me. Received it picked it up made it fit to my shoulder my sight then I READ the book on how to load MAG. no prob.put 6 shots in lock in an fired 1st./2nd. shot fine 3rd. no reply nun after that called a friend been an air gunner 4 years he read the book on how TO do same thing 2 shots only ???? WHY mag mis. fired like the still not the responce .

    Things I would have changed:

    I HAVETO SAY IS THE MAG 4 SURE BE NICE TO BE QUITERER AN NOT A BLAST AS SOME OTHERS ARE

    What others should know:

    i've found others 4 less just as good just a little matif

  • Rating 3.03.0 3.0

    Rating 4.04.0 4.0

    Rating 2.02.0 2.0

    Things I liked:

    at first look I said great bump adjustable that works 4 me even set right when I held it up what can I say until I loaded the Mag after reading info like ask so loaded pellets up came aired up already placed mag in removed safety to my disapointment only 2 rounds faired looked at it did everything fine even read the book again an again . I CALLED A FRIEND who's been in to air guns long time he tried with 2nd mag put pellets in as requaried ON LUCK LOOK ON LINE 10 OTHER PEOPLE HAD SAME PROBLEM.

    Things I would have changed:

    NO.1 would be rebuild the MAG for this gun NO.2 it would be nice if this air gun as a 22 caliber doe's not sound like 22caliber savage164

    What others should know:

    To me great look/fell but what can I say 4 shots only between 2 people with out a jam

  • Rating 4.04.0 4.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    This rifle is well made with some nice features like the palm swell which fit your hand nicely. The (2) mags are a plus, outstanding accuracy and shot count. Overall power level range is on point, with very little drop. Smooth crisp action.

    Things I would have changed:

    Very loud need silencer. Add regulator.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    I like the compact that it is and how light it is easy to carry and the accuracy it has is great

    What others should know:

    It’s a little loud so I’m waiting for my silencer on it

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    The gun is very well made. I love the feel of it; it is packed with features for a fairly inexpensive gun. The stock is great and comfortable. I also love the fact that you can attach a suppressor without an adapter. With the suppressor the gun is very quiet and accurate.

    Things I would have changed:

    The filling probe : I would have changed it to a system similar to the Benjamin Marauder.

    What others should know:

    Love the gun and its price!

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    Powerful, accurate with just about every pellet I have tried so far. The small dial to adjust your power level is really handy when just plinking at shorter ranges.

    Things I would have changed:

    Attaching a scope is somewhat of a challenge with the very small grooves on the receiver. I would like to see those larger and easier for the rings to grip.

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    Exceptional accuracy, bullet hole accuracy.

    Things I would have changed:

    nothing

  • Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    Great rifle.powerful,very accurate!Very light and compact.

    Things I would have changed:

    Weaver rail sucks!why not a picatinny!?

    What others should know:

    Boxed terribly!1/4 in peice of foam on top and bottom!Nothing to keep it from sliding around in the box.Luckily it arrived undamaged.

  • Rating 4.04.0 4.0

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    Rating 4.04.0 4.0

    Things I liked:

    I bought the rifle for its weight ( or lack thereof) O wanted a carbine style rifle. I do a lot of walking with my airguns and weight and size were both really important for this purchase. The rifle I bought is in .22 cal.

    What others should know:

    The rifle is loud...and this is the second most important thing to know about this rifle. The first and most frustrating thing to know is that apparently the dovetail/ weaver scope mount does NOT accept a weaver mount scope ring. I bought a UTG with weaver mount rings with the rifle and the rings would NOT go on. I had a "chat" with a PA rep and was told " Krals weaver mount is particular to KRAL only" !!! I had to purchase a dovetail weaver adapter to mount the scope as I was unable to find 30mm/ dovetail scope rings.

  • Rating 4.04.0 4.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Rating 5.05.0 5.0

    Things I liked:

    I bought the rifle for its weight ( or lack thereof) O wanted a carbine style rifle. I do a lot of walking with my airguns and weight and size were both really important for this purchase. The rifle I bought is in .22 cal.

    What others should know:

    The rifle is loud...and this is the second most important thing to know about this rifle. The first and most frustrating thing to know is that apparently the dovetail/ weaver scope mount does NOT accept a weaver mount scope ring. I bought a UTG with weaver mount rings with the rifle and the rings would NOT go on. I had a "chat" with a PA rep and was told " Krals weaver mount is particular to KRAL only" !!! I had to purchase a dovetail weaver adapter to mount the scope as I was unable to find 30mm/ dovetail scope rings.

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