Crosman Mark I
Crosman Corporation · Pistol · Discontinued · 1966
Also known as: Crosman Mark I Target, Crosman Mark 1
Overview
The Crosman Mark I is a single-shot, bolt-action CO2-powered target air pistol chambered for .22 caliber (5.5mm) pellets. Produced from 1966 to 1983, it was styled after the Ruger Standard .22 rimfire pistol and built almost entirely of metal, with an alloy outer body, steel and brass internals, and plastic target grips. Powered by a single 12-gram CO2 cartridge, it offered a two-stage cocking system with selectable low and high power, reaching roughly 437 fps (about 133 m/s) on high power for around 6 ft-lbs of energy from its rifled steel barrel. Its adjustable trigger and adjustable rear sight made it a popular and accurate target and plinking pistol.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1180 g (41.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 279 mm (10.98") |
| Barrel Length | 198 mm (7.80") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 133 m/s (436 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 8.2 J (6 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 14 m (15 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 10 |
| Frame Material | Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Black |
Calibers
- .22 Air Pellet (5.5mm) · primary — also known as .22 cal pellet, 5.5mm pellet, .22 airgun
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Crossbolt Safety
- Features: Co2 Powered, Single Shot, Bolt Action, Dual Power Setting, Two Stage Cocking, Adjustable Rear Sight, Adjustable Trigger, Rifled Steel Barrel, All Metal Construction
Production
Production years: 1966-1983
The .22-caliber Mark I ran from 1966 to 1983; its .177 sibling, the Mark II, shared the same platform.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 1983
Notes
Sold alongside the .177-caliber Crosman Mark II. The first version (1966-1980) had an adjustable power screw; a later variation deleted it. Heavy, solid all-metal construction makes it a collector favorite.
Background
Crosman, founded in 1923, modeled the Mark I and Mark II target pistols on the classic Ruger Standard .22 rimfire pistol, giving plinkers and collectors a rugged, accurate CO2 target arm with a familiar profile.