CO2 Tank - Paintball
As HPA tanks come down in price, CO2 tanks for paintball also drop a few bucks. This makes the sport more affordable for all of us. 10 years ago, a basic 20oz tank tank was $25, now you can find them for under $15. They perform just as good and last just as long. With the high price of equipment now days, it's nice to see the price drop on some things.
With a spare CO2 Tank, Paintball can be fun
Whether your shooting a Tippmann or Spyder, having an extra CO2 tank for a backup when playing can be the difference between winning and loosing. A 12oz or 9oz tank can fit in one of your pod spots on your tactical vest and be used when your main tank runs out. Paintball is definitely becoming a sport of fire power. We are shooting more rounds quicker. Although, some markers can be made more efficient by installing an expansion chamber, having more air/gas is a must.
There are several CO2 tank sizes to choose from. Some of the more common sizes and their shot capacities are as follows:
- Mini 12 gram about 50 shots
- 9oz(*$11.99) about 400 shots
- 12oz(*$12.99) about 600 shots
- 20oz(*$13.99) about 1100 shots
- 24oz about 1400 shots
- 24oz about 1400 shots
- (*Price last checked 7/10/09)
It's probably good to have a couple different size tanks so you get to know how each will affect your game. Some people just prefer to have a couple of 20oz CO2 tanks. Others don't like to carry that much weight around and opt for a smaller tank, like a 12oz. Some people think that all they need is a 9oz tank and that they will always have enough with that. If your on an ultra tight budget and want to limit yourself from shooting a lot of paintballs, you can use a 9oz tank and make yourself shoot less.
What ever your need, there is a tank your size. Check current prices: CO2 Tank Paintball.
