Ok, so you've read some reviews about other markers -
and they seem pretty cool, right? They have cool
features and this and that... scrap what you know,
because you've just entered into the world of the X7.
Simply put, this gun rules!
Here I'm going to outline some of the pro, cons and everything you're going
to need to know about this marker. By the time you are done this review, you
will be thinking - Where has the X7 been my whole life? Why haven't I had a
chance to fire such an amazing piece of technology? Well... your time has
come!
Noobie Note: Extra bits of information are added for those of you that would like to pretend you understand, but really in fact have a lot of questions. No need to feel embarrassed, we all have to start somewhere!
See videos and Pictures at the end of the review!
The Tippmann X7
Gets The Job Done & Looks Good Doing It!
This video shows just how customizable the
Tippmann X7 is, and why you should ditch your old
paintball gun very soon...
X7 Core Features - A Peak Inside
New magnesium receiver is extremely lightweight and durable
New Cyclone EP (Enhanced Performance) system feeds up to
20 BPS!!
New air-thru stock compatible system eliminates gas line under the marker
(Loving it!)
New low profile, offset hopper for clear sight line (Can't
hit what you can't see!)
Modular shroud with four rails to add on sights and scopes
(get the red laser sight for awesome simulation feel!)
AR15 style magazine with built in tool storage (now
that's really cool, you can fix your marker right on the field in
battle!)
Picatinny (bracket that provides mounting platform) top rail to easily add new risers, sights or handles
Upgraded adjustable rear site helps with long range aiming
(you sniper you...)
Push pin design for easy field stripping and accessory add ons
Includes maintenance pack, barrel sleeve, and gun oil! (so make
sure you're lubing up)
The Goods
MilSim Looks - The X7 looks like a real military gun
Customization - One of the most customizable guns on
the market
Durability & Reliability - Smack it around, kick it,
throw it, still works!
Cyclone Feed System - 20 bps can't argue
Picatinny Rails - Mount anything and everything
It's A Tippmann - Nuff Said...
Some Downers...
Price - A little hefty for entry marker; but you get
what you pay for!
Loud - We are at war aren't we?
Stock Barrel - Personally...I would slap a
Flatline Barrel on your X7
Upgrades, Kits, & Modifications!
The Tippmann X7 :: Close Quarters Kit
When long range just doesn't cut it...
Ready to start kicking a$$ and taking names? This X7 packaged kit is for those paintball players needing
the thrill of close quarters combat. This type of X7 is
very accurate and sturdy, and has a laser sight mounted on the top so you
can dot your friends. The barrel is a eight inch LAPCO Bigshot.
I don't know about you, but that thing looks pretty
intimidating, I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end
of the X7.
The Tippmann X7 :: Heavy Gunner Kit
What are you waiting for Private, Man that line!
The Tippmann X7 Heavy Gunner Kit, comes with the best barrel upgrade, the
new X7 Flatline, it can shoot up to 250 feet!
This is made possible through new technology that allows the paintball to
exit the barrel with backspin, enabling it to travel farther and more
accurately through the air and onto your target! (by the way, I own a
tippmann X7 with the flatline barrel, lets just say I can light a match with
it).
That cool looking heavy duty bipod is built
Ford tough! (sorry it was too tempting)
It has springs built into the legs allowing them to fold
up when you're not using them. The Tippmann X7
Heavy Gunner Kit is perfect for sniping, or laying down
heavy suppression fire while defending your outpost!
The Tippmann X7 :: Night Ops Kit
As you can see, the Tippmann X7 can be customized to your liking...Lights out!
What you're seeing here is pure beauty, you see that foregrip? That's the real deal folks,
police, swat and military personnel use this foregrip, so consider yourself lucky
to have the chance!
The ergonomic shape of the handle grip fits your hand nice and snug, and
grips even still when paint is on your hands. The watertight internal storage allows you to keep your batteries and o-rings
nice and dry.
There's a pressure switch on the foregrip that allows
you to turn on the mounted flashlight only when you need
to. I think the flashlight is a very cool add-on,
but if you don't play scenario paintball at night, I can't see
much use for it. I mean it's cool and everything, but what are you supposed to do? Blind someone in mid-day? (ha-ha)
The Tippmann X7 :: Tactical Kit
Undress your foes with the tactical kit...
Specifications...
Caliber: 0.68
Action: Semi-automatic
Power: CO2, compressed air, nitrogen
Hopper Capacity: 200 Paintballs
Feed rate: 20 BPS (balls per
second) with e-Grip
Firing rate: Up to 20 BPS with e-Grip
Trigger: Standard
Barrel length: 8.5 inches
Length: 20 inches
Weight: 4.1 lbs. (without tank)
Effective Range: 150+ ft
If you're not happy with what you see, don't panic, you can always upgrade! Because after all the Tippmann X7 is the most
upgradeablepaintball markers in the
world, with thousands of different looks,
your imagination is the limit.
Rating/Summary
For true Tippmann performance, the X7 wins. I rate the tippmann
X7 4.6 out of 5. I docked some points because of the price, because I think it should be a little cheaper. The Tippmann X7 is a great entry level marker and
has lots of performance features to back it up, so get
out there and get some soldier!
