What size tank?

[ducky]

Im just getting back into paintball after a 10 year break. I use a Classic 68 that i've upgraded some. My question is what size constant air tank would be good. I've heard a bigger tank is better because automags like alot of air. I've always used co2 so it's a bit of a change. Any advice would be appreciated.

[Chronobreak]

i would reccomend a 45/45 i you dont need an outrageous amt of shots and want soemthing small

otherwise get a 68/45 regular or stubby and your set

just make sure its not an LP tank

[Dryden]

Im just getting back into paintball after a 10 year break. I use a Classic 68 that i've upgraded some. My question is what size constant air tank would be good. I've heard a bigger tank is better because automags like alot of air. I've always used co2 so it's a bit of a change. Any advice would be appreciated.

How much are you looking to spend?

The 68 cu in/4500 psi is arguably the most common/popular size and will get you a half of a case worth of play on one fill, presuming anyone in your area can fill to 4500 psi (you should check, because many places only fill to 3000 psi, if even that). I'd also suggest a fiber wrapped tank over a steel if you're willing to spend the money -- tremendous weight difference.

Your 'basic' tank Joe Everyone buys would be something along the lines of the preset output PMI Pure Energy. The 48/3000 steel version runs about $60, the 72/3000 steel is around $70, the 68/4500 fiber wrap tanks start pushing $150+.

The 48/3000 would be the closest to size/weight/capacity that you'd be familiar with if you've been using 20oz CO2 cylinders.

Whatever N2 system you buy, you'll want something with a preset pin valve which support high pressure output in the range of 800 - 900 psi. N2 tanks are rated as low pressure or high pressure, either preset or adjustable. You probably want preset, and definately high pressure for an Automag.

[onedude36]

The 48/3000 would be the closest to size/weight/capacity that you'd be familiar with if you've been using 20oz CO2 cylinders.

Co2 offers much more shots per size tank than compressed air. the 48/30 would only get you like 400 shots, no? Anyway, i think it depends where you play. If you want to play desert ball without fill stations for miles, i suggest going bigger like 88/45, If you have air available id go 68/45, what i have.

[buzzboy]

I would look into getting a tank nicer than a PE. I have seen some horrible stuff with them. The regs seem to me to suck. I would look into getting a crossfire/centerflag. They are known for making some of the better screw in tanks. Also I would look at the new maxflow micro. I have heard and seen very good things about them.

Personally I have shot with an 88/45;70/3k;45/5;92/45;68/45 and 70/45 stub. Of all those tanks the one that felt the best against my shoulder from a classic mag was the 92/45. It is just so perfect. Though if you are coming from a co2 tank and like that feel I would look for a stubby 88/70/72. They will have the closest length to a 20oz co2 and still get a decent amount of shots per fill.

[-Tab]

72/45 stubby.
'Nuff said.

[Dark Frost17]

72/4500
what i have ...

[thefool]

have a 92 45 and 68 45 i like the 68

[b e n]

The 48/3000 would be the closest to size/weight/capacity that you'd be familiar with if you've been using 20oz CO2 cylinders.

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Not true, a 20 oz co2 will get around 1000 shots and still weigh less than the 48/3000. I think once you bypass all the problems with liqued co2 its a better propellent than air.

[buzzboy]

Its not really a better propellent. Just more efficient. Air is still way better (imo) because of the cheapness/easiness of fill.