Do air cylinders expire?

February 24, 2026

Civilian Marksmanship Program▸Youth 3 PAR▸Do air cylinders expire?

Some manufacturers have listed an expiration date (usually 10 years from manufacturing) for air rifle cylinders.  There is no rule against the use of expired cylinders in 3PAR competitions.  Competitions fired under other rulebooks may prohibit expired cylinders from competitions (such as USA Shooting sanctioned competitions).  Be sure to check the match program and rulebook governing each competition.