carbine or standard?

[jamier]

hi everyone i was wondering if any people on here could explain to me the differences of these?i believe carbine is shorter?but are there any other pros/cons on the matter?if so i would really appreciate it if some kind sole would explain for me,this may just be me being stupid but i couldnt find much about it using the "search".any help will be greatly recieved,cheers.
jamie

[Gary C]

Carbine

Shorter
Lighter
More pointable

Full Length
More shots

Same accuracy

[ianps]

Carbine

Shorter
Lighter
More pointable

Full Length
More shots

Same accuracy

Just about sums that one up then....

[bullcelt]

full length only more shots if its a PCP

[Slacker24seven]

Could you argue that carbines *can* be more accurate as the pellet is travelling along the barrel for less time, therefore theres less chance of you wobbling it about and missing?

Also carbines look cool

[Mad Pierre]

Could you argue that carbines *can* be more accurate as the pellet is travelling along the barrel for less time, therefore theres less chance of you wobbling it about and missing?

Also carbines look cool

No, Carbines are less accurate because you're 4 inches further away from the target.