Tippmann Sports A-5Since every player is different, let me put you behind the wheel of this user, then you can understand where I am coming from.
I'm woodsball ( it includes scenario ), I don't count the ball I shoot,...
Since every player is different, let me put you behind the wheel of this user, then you can understand where I am coming from.
I'm woodsball ( it includes scenario ), I don't count the ball I shoot, I can either shoot very little in a day ( 100 - 300 balls ), or flood the opponent in a tree ball spur to advance on him or to protect my team mates, so I look for a reliable marker that will fit the bill with out going crazy and pay $1000.oo, I'm no pro, nor do I project myself as one.
I'm Slow, Old ( 49 lol ), so I'm no speed baller / demon lol, but my balls have to do the talking for me ; )
Now let's talk Marker.
Pros It's a Tank and I enjoy the marker for it.
Neutrals Weight is not an issue I like it, I have no accessories on the marker apart from the tank or a remote line ( when I use it ).
Cons It's a long list : (
- The Cyclone feed is a great idea But ! it's not called a blender for nothing, the only way to get it to work kind of average is to throw some money and upgrades at it right out of the box, then it becomes reasonable in a tree ball spur only with E-Grip ( it makes no difference if you keep it mechanical ).
If you want the Cyclone feed to be reasonable, you need the following upgrades ;
- TECH T A5 VORTEX MOD
- TECH T A5 LIGHTENING ROD
- TECH T A5 QEPH ( quick Exhaust )
- TECH T Squishy Paddles
- The hopper, change it right away to an X7 model, it's low profile and makes you less of a target.
- It uses CO2 ( or anything else ) like there is no tomorrow, it's a hog, so you better load up, having tree bottles of 20 oz handy is a good thing.
Don't wait for your CO2 bottle to be empty before you change it, as son as you notice a drop in performance, change it.
- The Barrel is worthless, they should skip including it with the marker, than offering such a bad piece of equipment, think of an upgrade right way.
- Cleaning the Cyclone feed is a pain, plan on bringing some tool and dismantling it for a good cleaning, there is no way around it.
If you don't put the above upgrades in right away, your going to chop / blend balls, clean the Cyclone all the time instead of playing, end up selling the marker because it's a pain, or give in to the upgrades any way.
- The E-Grip in tree ball spur is not bad ( with the above upgrades on the Cyclone feed of course, if you give it a chance and not use it like a mad man either / full auto style.
Since I use CO2, I have to consider letting the gas expand, and not cool down the mechanics of the maker + bottle, so ! slow but consistent rips is what works best.
Don't plan on making this marker Full Auto, forget rate of fire your wasting your time and money.
Bottom line.
Coming from a Company like Tippmann, there is no excuse for having the marker as bad as it is right out of the box, they should have redesigned the Cyclone with upgrades, and have it work better ( not counting the CO2 gouging ).
I would have rather pay more and have it perform better.
Some people still swear by it, I gave up swering at it, so I got rid of my A5 and bought a new Custom Pro Platinum / mechanical ( it's my back up ), and considering a BT-ERC as a main marker to replace my A5.
Then again, since the new redesigned X7 is out ( June - July 08 ), Tippmann may have redisegned the A5, we shall see.
PS : If you want a full auto marker, buy high end, or stay home.
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Currently 4/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5I bought my A5 w/ RT. I immediately began modding and upgrading it, so I dont know how well it works stock. With everything additional on it it works like a champ. Consistency leaves something to...
I bought my A5 w/ RT. I immediately began modding and upgrading it, so I dont know how well it works stock. With everything additional on it it works like a champ. Consistency leaves something to be desired. Usually +/- 15. I have literally beat the crap out of it, and it "keeps on tickin." The one con I have to say about it is that with the R/T, cyclone, and the fact that its mechanical makes it a GAS HOGGG!!! I average about 650-750 shots per 68/4500. The upgradeability and customization ability of these markers is GREAT!!! They have all kinds of everything available for them. I am very happy with my A5. I know without a doubt that it will never fail me.
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Currently 4/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5Well Ive had the A-5 for 5 yrs now, and this is the most durable object Ive ever handled. The A-5 is one heck of a gas hog but can shoot hard and far. It does struggle in accuracy but the Flatline...
Well Ive had the A-5 for 5 yrs now, and this is the most durable object Ive ever handled. The A-5 is one heck of a gas hog but can shoot hard and far. It does struggle in accuracy but the Flatline Barrel helps ALOT. I also have the response trigger and tht sucks even more gas up but I still love my Tippman. The Cyclone Feeder does not mess up and is a great mechine for a hopper. Never Ever had a jam or a break in the barrel. TAking of the flatline is hard because u have to use ellen wrenches but either than tht its very easy to clean. If i was a beginier again I would definetly buy this gun. Also it is automatic which is great.
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Currently 4/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5pros
thise is a very good gun . i recomend it is accurate powerfull and it looks so realistic. it is one of the best woods ball markers out there.
cons
the stock barrel sucks.make sure to get...
thise is a very good gun . i recomend it is accurate powerfull and it looks so realistic. it is one of the best woods ball markers out there.
cons
the stock barrel sucks.make sure to get any berral but wat ever you do not stay with yhise barrel.most of the upgrades are alot of money so watch wat you you do
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Currently 3.7/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5I've owned my A-5 for about two years now and I have never had a problem with it that I could not fix or was the fault of user error. This thing has really never let me down, ever. But that might be...
I've owned my A-5 for about two years now and I have never had a problem with it that I could not fix or was the fault of user error. This thing has really never let me down, ever. But that might be because I take great care of all my markers. I completely dissasemble them after every day of playing and make sure there is nothing left that could somehow mess with how well the marker works.
I've upgraded it with only performance upgrades and nothing that would just "look good."
They include:
-Freak barrel Kit
-WAS board
-Gen-X regulator
-ST drop and on/off ASA
-Macro line
-PB front bolt (meh)
-T6 Adjustable stock (not used)
-Smoke R5 hopper
-TechT Vortex
-Palmers QEV
-Polished internals
-Pen Spring
-Spring kit
-Either a Crossfire 68/45 or Ignition 68/45
People complain about the Cyclone being a big target. What they don't realize is that there is no target if you play on the left side of the bunker or tree.
It's a good marker, if you ever have any questions. Post in the Tippmann forum, but only post AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE STICKIES.
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Currently 3.5/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5The Tippmann A5 is an exellent gun for woodsball. It is not that pricey and it sure as hell gets the job done. I am going to get the Expasion Chamber for it this week and i hope it helps out by...
The Tippmann A5 is an exellent gun for woodsball. It is not that pricey and it sure as hell gets the job done. I am going to get the Expasion Chamber for it this week and i hope it helps out by shortening the amounts of CO2 used. I am also going to get the response trigger for it, so that i can shoot at my pace during a woodsball match. Later on ill problaly get the flatline barrel, but for right now the stock barrel is wonderful. I will also consider buying a remote coil, so that i don't have to 20 oz CO2 tank on my gun therefore making it lighter. My gun was $216.00 because i bought it as a package from a very trusted seller on ebay. I got the Tippmann A5 with all the wrenches the barrel condom manual everything was brand new in box, JT Mask with anti-fog lens Raptor model, 20oz CO2 tank, double trigger kit, 4+1 Premium paintball harness from GXG, and 4-140 round Heave Duty Tubes from GXG.
I love my Tippmann A5.
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Currently 3.5/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5Pros
Its a Freaking Tank
It Doesnt Brake Simple as that
Sights
Cyclone
It can shoot any paint
its the ion of woodsball guns(NOT PERFOMANCE) But Customization Wise
Cons
Barrel
Pros
Its a Freaking Tank
It Doesnt Brake Simple as that
Sights
Cyclone
It can shoot any paint
its the ion of woodsball guns(NOT PERFOMANCE) But Customization Wise
Cons
Barrel
WHY COULDNT IT BE A/C Threaded
Weight
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Currently 3/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5Great Gun!
Only problem is it needs to be upgraded right out of the box...
The barrel is trash and one of your best options would be a LAPCO bigshot barrel, also a regulator is a great investment...
Great Gun!
Only problem is it needs to be upgraded right out of the box...
The barrel is trash and one of your best options would be a LAPCO bigshot barrel, also a regulator is a great investment because it does suck up so much air or CO2.
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Currently 3/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5used this gun a few times. great style of gun. only downside that i can think of off the top of my head is that it uses air quickly. not the most efficient marker but still a great marker to use.
used this gun a few times. great style of gun. only downside that i can think of off the top of my head is that it uses air quickly. not the most efficient marker but still a great marker to use.
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Currently 3/5 stars.
Tippmann Sports A-5I got this gun used for my father. I knew he'd like woodsball more...
Well let me say, this gun is DAMN RELIABLE. You could throw it across the street, pick it up, and still shoot the passing car....
I got this gun used for my father. I knew he'd like woodsball more...
Well let me say, this gun is DAMN RELIABLE. You could throw it across the street, pick it up, and still shoot the passing car. It was a gas guzzler though. It was pretty heavy, and the cyclone feed stuck out so it was a big target, but the cyclone feed did feed fast.
Overall - Reliable, nice marker for woodsball/scenario play.
I have literally beat the crap out of it, and it "keeps on tickin." The one con I have to say about it is that with the R/T, cyclone, and the fact that its mechanical makes it a GAS HOGGG!!! I average about 650-750 shots per 68/4500. The upgradeability and customization ability of these markers is GREAT!!! They have all kinds of everything available for them. I am very happy with my A5. I know without a doubt that it will never fail me. 
