Box to Bench with the Diana XR200 in .30 caliber. A first look at the new ALL GERMAN PCP air rifle!

[@MrKozara]

To all new Diana XR200 owners. The power is set like this. First loosen the power adjustment screw with a screwdriver and then set the power with the smallest 1.5 mm Allen key. Then tighten the power adjustment screw again with the screwdriver. Greetings to all and have fun shooting;-)

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thank you for sharing that.

[@MrKozara]

Nothing to thank ;-)I found it out myself today and thought it would be good to share it with every new owner of the xr200. Because everyone will turn around and only damage the screw:-(

[@MrKozara]

It would be good to make a video about it so that all new owners of the Diana XR200 know ;-)

[@MrKozara]

It's a pity that this isn't exactly in the manual :-(

[@jerrypruett8870]

THANK YOU! I've been a Diana air rifle person since before the wall came down! I lived there for a period of time and had the privilege of shooting in there country! Thank you again for a great introduction to the Diana XR200! I have most of there Break barrels, but not the 54! Semper Fi!

[@WiscAirGunners]

You are certainly welcome!

[@nazzenpoppel886]

Very good video. Straightforward, concise and actual shooting instead of talking about it. Anything " Made In Germany " is going to hurt your wallet, but it is for a reason.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thanks.

[@Tofazfou]

OK PJ, Im gonna REVIEW your REVIEW! IT WAS GOOD! UMMMM....K (southpark counselors voice) Dood! That Diana really impressed me with its looks and features. Loved all the ambidextrous features as well as the 2 shot magazine! The Trigger and Shot Count was amazing and so was the accuracy! Very good video overall PJ. Keep doing what your doing bro!

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thank you sir! Have a great rest of your weekend!

[@paanglin]

Outstanding shipmate. Press on. USS Kitty Hawk CV-63. Jan 1980 to July 1983. Air gunner for life A.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thanks!

[@zsedcz]

I would love to review this rifle in 30, thanks for the video

[@WiscAirGunners]

You are welcome.

[@yankee12341000]

Danke! Greetings from Germany! What a great review, thanks!

[@WiscAirGunners]

You are welcome!

[@smokingunclefrank6037]

I like that single shot method only the price of the gun gave this old man hart flutters omg another awesome video CJ that's some fine shooting

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thank you very much!

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thanks. It’s a cool shuttle.

[@joshuagibson2520]

The double block is pretty simple and useful. Pretty cool in my book.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Agreed!

[@williamwilson2624]

Great review PJ. I was glad to see you review the XR200. I found this rifle to be interesting ever since I saw a couple of videos about it from Shot Show.

[@WiscAirGunners]

It’s very well mannered.

[@thebeardedairgunner]

An exceptional rig! I'm impressed with the accuracy and quality of it!

[@WiscAirGunners]

Me too.

[@alientec258]

thank you for your good video, its from very high quallity. Greatings from Germany

[@WiscAirGunners]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Hello back from the US.

[@bobberguy6584]

Excellent video! You covered all the components of the rifle! The “Know your limits” target shooting was phenomenal as well. Thanks for taking the time to bring us this information on this rifle and now I need to go check my piggy bank to see where I stand!🤣

[@WiscAirGunners]

From what Diana has told me you’ve got until May.

[@joeschmitt8694]

After shooting Diana sidelever springers for many years before getting into pcps I can say Diana german made guns are very good quality. You did a great job on this review. I'd like one of these for running around the woods at night for raccoons.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thanks. It would be perfect for that.

[@tomcarlson9622]

Nice job on your review, PJ. I love to see you get excited when reviewing a quality product.

[@WiscAirGunners]

I’ve had a couple lately that are really fun!

[@tomcarlson9622]

@@WiscAirGunners I know it's a long shot, but did they give you any indication on when the XR200 will be for sale in the US? I want one!!

[@hollowell427]

Caliber changes, modular , the reason why i bought a Fx Dreamline.

[@gmanneod8085]

Very nice rifle from Diana! Ambidextrous too, Great new addition to the Diana lineup! Can't wait for the pellet testing and max range capabilities.

[@WiscAirGunners]

I posted a group on Instagram from 90 yards, very promising.

[@scopebite1]

Excellent review

[@WiscAirGunners]

Thank you.

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

Yes because your tought not to look down the barrel that's another great idea

[@exmcairgunner]

It looks like they’re paying attention. 👍

[@j.verfaillie5742]

Diana has clearly added a masterpiece to their Performance line. You yourself have certainly thought carefully to bring a good review. That double loading system is definitely better than a single shot tray. With the scope on your rifle it is always a fiddle to load a pellet. I still hope for an extensive pellet test. With reviews on other channels I will be able to skip the specifications section now. I am convinced which is always with Diana.

[@WiscAirGunners]

I love the shuttle loader and wish I had more airguns that had it. Thanks for watching.

[@jimstewart5008]

Very interesting I wouldn't be interested in a 30 cal as I don't hunt but in. 22 I would love to have one, nice review, thank you!!

[@WiscAirGunners]

I hope to be able to do some experimenting with other calibers. I think .22 is going to be a rockstar.

[@jimstewart5008]

@@WiscAirGunners I 100% agree, I look forward to it.

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

Wow! That is extramly light

[@city-ships]

How many pellets can you shoot at the same muzzle velocity? I wonder if the air tank is too small or not. And could you introduce the cool bipod?

[@WiscAirGunners]

The bipod is an Accu-Tac SR 5. If I remember correctly I was airing up about every two magazines. The regulator they used on this rifle is very consistent, Every time I've put a pellet over the chronograph it has been within 2-3 fps. It may not be the most powerful or tunable, but it is the most consistent.

[@city-ships]

@@WiscAirGunners Thank you for your reply. I want to use this air rifle for hunting. So the consistency is the most important factor.

[@ezrabrook3993]

Guud review 👍🏻 waiting for more!

[@WiscAirGunners]

Awesome. Thanks!

[@georgeb813]

Very nice. I thought that gun had some type of power adjuster. Maybe a transfer port adjuster. I may have missed it, but does it have one? Thank you for the great video.

[@Relaxbadkneeadventures]

Great video thanks 😉👍

[@WiscAirGunners]

I appreciate you taking the time to say something.

[@joshuagibson2520]

I like it. Im partial to a traditional style rifle. For the same money I'd buy a wood stock Avenger and another whole gun of some sorts though.

[@peteralexben]

thank to gsg diana is still on the market

[@WiscAirGunners]

Seems like a good partnership.

[@jamesaf50]

You didn't mention it has a Lothar Walther barrel.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Good point.

[@giovannim5101]

Thanks for the video On the Diana.... What I would like to see is the difference between the Kral and the niksan , it really looks like the kral.

[@WiscAirGunners]

I'll see what I can do.

[@pelletfun7226]

Thanks for the thorough review. I would like to know if you plan to put this rifle on a decibel meter with and without moderator.

[@bayonne]

Small, light , and accurate. While watching the Vid I was anxiously awaiting and hoping for 100 ftlbs. Oh well, give it some time. Nice gun though.

[@WiscAirGunners]

You can only have so many things in one package. The accuracy is quite good. I’ll take that over power.

[@michaelgarcia156]

If you increase reg pressure, increase hammer spring tension, and use heavy slugs it should be able to reach 100 ft lbs *reg is set to only 130 bar from the factory so there is plenty of power to be had

[@MrTimEarl]

A bump on the buttstock might set off the trigger I assume but nice indeed

[@404nitro]

Well done bro. If you said it, I missed it- is the trigger a single stage being that light? Also, was that set on the highest power for this video? I would like to know what the 22 and 177 are rated at for speed and what the price point of this gun is going to be. I haven't seen them anywhere yet.

[@WiscAirGunners]

It’s two-stage but mine is set light enough that you might miss it. It also features a dry fire mode so you can practice. They are shipped from the factory tuned for peak consistency and accuracy. My power adjuster is wide open.

[@WiscAirGunners]

I expect the lower calibers to push “normal” pellet weights in the mid 800’s, but I haven’t seen real world tests or data. Watch for dealers to announce pricing in May.

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

I had a 1.5 on my Ruger 10.I.. and thought that was extreamly lilight.. dam!

[@WiscAirGunners]

Exactly.

[@seegee7728]

Nice thorough review mate, was the power adjuster set at maximum? Would like to see accuracy at say 80 to 90 meters as this would be a distance shot for me with foxes. Also what sort of FPE at the different power levels.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Sounds good.

[@twh563]

Great video! I do have one question?? You mentioned a screw on 6:45 for a power adjuster. Have you experimented with that for accuracy, total shots and power as far as fps? That would be interesting to know

[@WiscAirGunners]

I will if I get a .22 barrel, but right now it’s adjusted with the reg for max x consistency.

[@briandolson2941]

Looks like time for 2 PCP's to get sold!

[@wildbillcarroll]

Was the Hammer adjusted, or is it possible to adjust to a higher setting?

[@WiscAirGunners]

It’s adjusted for maximum consistency vs regulator pressure. I don’t know how much more you could squeeze out of it, but the accuracy is there.

[@darrylgoosen1878]

Thanks for the interesting review. Did you try turning the power adjust up to see how much that affects the FPE?

[@WiscAirGunners]

Not yet but I will.

[@gustavodasilva6510]

Where can it be purchased

[@rolf9280]

Did you experiment with the power adjustment?

[@WiscAirGunners]

It's maxed out. They do tune from the factory for maximum consistency/precision, and I've no complaints about that. I'm just finishing collecting footage for my long term use video.

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

What oil would you recommend/ use. I heard I should only use 100% silicone oil. And many balistal to clean my air riffle. Please help me I'm new to the pcp air riffle world

[@JIBREAL1967]

Sweet. I wouldn't have considered a Diana..(too prissy a rifle😅)but this one looks promising.

[@WiscAirGunners]

A buddy was shooting her today and pretty much said the same thing.

[@davidhagerman7165]

Any problem with the initial fill and with the rotary magazine? One other site had issues with these items. Also beside the power screw can the power be increased?

[@WiscAirGunners]

The hammer spring can be adjusted/changed, but there is not wheel like on other airguns.In my next video I'll question why you'd want to increase the power. OK, I know why you'd want to play, but do you need to? I don't think so, but that's why you get to have choices. I had no problems on the fill or with the magazine.

[@Ros.A314]

Hello sir. I am interesred in the Diana X200. Is it a rifle for shooting 100m (at the range) and if so, 5.5 or 6.25 cal? Or maybe the .30?

[@WiscAirGunners]

I shot the .30 cal I had on 100 yard competition cards and it did very well. It delivers very consistent velocity and has an excellent trigger.A little more speed might have helped with the wind.

[@heathhalfhill6401]

Sorry but I wasn’t aware they made it in .30 cal….nice to not know everything even after watching their videos and have surprises like this that are awesome.👍This platform screams SnowPeak.🤷‍♂️ Am I wrong?

[@jamesaf50]

He said it wasn't sourced out. Made entirely in Germany. I do believe it has a Lothar Walther barrel.

[@jgrizzly3602]

Il be get a B&w s45 in a week or 2 would you be interested in showing it off? I'm in Wisconsin

[@WiscAirGunners]

Maybe after things warm up and I can get to the outdoor range.

[@jgrizzly3602]

​@@WiscAirGunners I would be more than happy to bring it and some of my other big bores out for some range time. It's exciting to find another person in Wisconsin who's into air rifles

[@johnarnold6899]

How much?

[@CS-xo4kh]

What do the pellets look like?

[@WiscAirGunners]

Standard diabolo shape, JSB .30 cal 44 grain.

[@holthuizenoemoet591]

I like the gun, but i really dislike the magazine. I also have a weihrauch 100T and I love their magazine system.

[@WiscAirGunners]

What’s that one like?

[@holthuizenoemoet591]

@@WiscAirGunners The gun itself? Its amazing, I bought the .22 version because we had some rats that where causing problems (which has been resolved). Now I use it mostly for punching paper and is very accurate and consistent.

[@jasonbrenner9814]

Great video . For that rifle going to be over $1000 doesn’t have enough power for that price.

[@WiscAirGunners]

Unfortunately making something powerful is relatively cheap. It’s the accuracy that will cost you. And thank you.

[@DocMustafa]

It’s good for .25 cal and under. However for .30, it is underpowered.

[@tedsell1455]

Plenty of power for Small Game

[@longyx321]

Slugs or pellets?

[@WiscAirGunners]

Pellets.

[@camelacoupe200]

Hello thanks for the review, what do you think, I have the opportunity to get this one for less than 500€ is thata good price?

[@WiscAirGunners]

I'm not in a position to comment on pricing in your area. Sorry.

[@camelacoupe200]

@@WiscAirGunners Hi thank you, in m'y country is about 900€ to 1100€ depend of seller. What do you think about that Price 450€ for unused air weapon Diana XR200 OD Caliber 177

[@WiscAirGunners]

@@camelacoupe200 Seems like about half off. I usually put that in the pretty good deal category, but you know your market better than I do.

[@camelacoupe200]

@@WiscAirGunnersthank you, yes it's a prety good price for the french market, but i don't know if is a good deal for this model and his spec what do you think when you try it?

[@WiscAirGunners]

@@camelacoupe200 I haven't had a chance to try the .177. The .22 I reviewed was nice. I would expect good things in .177.

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

They should make it a six shot

[@samuelhorowitz5029PLUMBCRAZY]

It I'd a Great idea

[@nosherwanadill6177]

In term of power i think guant let is more suitable than this one....

[@JV-ly2cq]

Would love to love it but that’s an obvious dreamline classic copy. More expensive and probably worse.

[@WiscAirGunners]

The Dreamline is a totally different animal. Having worked with both they have different pro's and cons, but I could easily recommend both.

[@JV-ly2cq]

@@WiscAirGunners how is it different ? 😂 the only different things are the gauge in the front, picatinny rail ( which you can install on any gun in 3 minutes ) and the foster fitting. Which is nice. They copied as far as the breach block top screws and modularity thing on the probe. I saw they lowered the price as the dreamline ine Europe is 800-850€. This is 1100€. As i said. Would love to love it. But if you are going to make a copy ( there are plenty of impact clones ) make it cheaper

[@WiscAirGunners]

@@JV-ly2cq It's ambidextrous, has an adjustable comb, and internally they aren't the same. I've never been able to tune a Dreamline to have as tight a spread as this one had out of the box. They are both great guns, which is good because then you can get the one you want.

[@Whiteghostkennels]

The power sucks and why put that pressure gauge at the end of the barrel wtf 🤮

[@bigearl8687]

If you're going to make a 30cal airgun minimum power should be 80fpe...50fpe is an insult 😅..hatsan break barrel 30cal is 30fpe, if your going pcp 80fpe ....

[@WiscAirGunners]

This is a serious question. I’ve asked it several times of different people and have not gotten an answer. What do you want to do with 80 that you can’t do with 50?

[@2002ZRX1200R]

Big Barra lol

[@le3045acp]

its good but all the companies have 1000fps in 177 950fps in 22 900fps in 25 and 800 to 850fps in 30 and 700fps in 35 cant they change the valves and transfer ports in these rifles instead of leaving the same and loosing velocity as the cal increases im sure its possible to do but they try to save a few bucks by using identical parts for all calibers its just cheating the customer to me i know they can make this same rifle in 30 cal that will do atleast 900 fps

[@WiscAirGunners]

I think that the German perspective on performance equals precision. I'm certain that this rifle could be made to shoot at a higher speed, but that doesn't mean that it would be as precise or as smooth to shoot. You'd also be using lots more air, and less head space above reg pressure, thus have lower shot count. What they are doing in this rifle is permitting you to change calibers with relative ease, and necessitating a valve change would make that pretty tough. Out of curiosity, what do you want to shoot with a .30 cal air rifle that you need more than 50 FPE for? You aren't alone in wanting this to be higher powered. I'm seriously curious to know what you want to shoot with it. I look forward to your reply.

[@le3045acp]

@@WiscAirGunners well for me i get the best performance from pellets between 850 and 950 fps but i would like to be able to push the 30 25 35 40 45 and 50 cal velocity to 1000 to 1050 with slugs its not the power as much for me as a better balistic coef and flatter trajectory its not just this rifle its the same with fx and all the others

[@Light_357]

Eh… have to build your platform to push pellets to their optimal mid 800’S speed. Huge failure in this caliber anyway. My response to the podcast comments about 50 ft/lbs. Why would I want 50 ft/lbs in a .14-.15 per round gun when I can easily get it at half the cost with better BC ?

[@WiscAirGunners]

The cost per FPE offers an interesting measure of value. I'll have to think about that. Mid 800's are great for precision, but there is a lot of space below that where you'll find great accuracy and even less wind deflection. It's great to have choices. Thanks for taking the time to check the video out.

[@Light_357]

@@WiscAirGunners definitely, your videos are always very informative and thorough.

[@Light_357]

@@WiscAirGunners definitely, your videos are always very informative and thorough.

[@Leadslinger619]

For a .30 should be putting out way more than 50fpe

[@WiscAirGunners]

I’ve heard that from a lot of people. I keep asking this question. No one answers it. What do you want to shoot (with a .30) that you can’t put down with 50 FPE? I’m serious about the question.

[@Leadslinger619]

@@WiscAirGunners not about what I want to shoot it's what's normal for a 30 cal usually see 80-100+fpe from 30s, I have a tuned gauntlet 1 .25 cal pushing 60+ fpe.