2004 Rat Impulse
Since there are several styles of Rat Impulses avaliable, and they are all similar, this review covers the Rat, RJR, Rat LTD, and most other Rat's.
Specs of MY Rat LTD
Rat Body
Integrated LPR
Shocker Max-flo
Blade Trigger (lightened pull)
Brass Hammer
Rat "Halo" No Rise
CS-Designs BDS Ramping/Vision board
Physical Specs
Weight w/o tank and halo: just under 3 lbs.
Weight w/ tank and halo: just under 7 lbs.
Length w/ barrel: 19"
Height: 8.5" very small for an impulse
Looks: The Dark Blue on the Rat looks drop dead sexy. I have gotten compliments from everyone about the looks. Very smooth and flowing body design.
Performance Specs
Over the Chrono: 285fps 170 psi, dwell at 6.75. 19bps ramped, no chops, no drop off.
Speed: In Ramp Mode the gun shoots 19bps constant, without ramp mode i shoot 15-16 bps constant. VERY FAST IMPULSE.
Efficiency: TO be updated
Accuracy: Through the stock barrel, the accuracy is wonderful. I shot 100 shots in a 10" pattern from 50 feet away.
Reliability: This gun is very reliable. Only have had it broken once, but that was because i messed up the valve
. Always shoots nicely and consistantly in any weather.
Pro's
Fast
Quiet
Reliable
Accurate
Looks really good
Cons
Heavy
Stock ASA= :tdown
Resale Rates going down