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Tippmann 98 Series Replacement Parts
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The Model 98 paved the way for Tippmann domination around the world. The new valve that was introduced in the 68-Carbine went into an all new shell that shocked the world. Even today, the 98 Series of markers is one of the top selling paintball guns of all time. Through the years, a few versions were made and we have every part you would ever need.
Tippmann 98's have been used extensively by paintball parks and fields as rental guns because of their durability. But even a tank like the 98 occasionally needs some tender love and care. We're your ultimate source for factory replacement parts, tools, and repair supplies. Tippmann is wonderful at keeping parts available for a long time after a gun is released. There are very few discontinued parts going all the way back to the 1998 release of this gun. Most of the parts that have been discontinued are that way only because a new upgraded part is available. Use your diagram or manual to find a part number and search or just pick which gun you have and browse through the parts. We include high res pictures of every part so you can easily identify what you're looking at. If something is discontinued or upgraded then you can see that too. We've also included tech tips throughout our parts pages to help you with repairs and maintenance.
Not sure exactly which model you have? The terms in the gun title tell you a lot about the model of the gun. We define those terms down below to help you to identify which gun you might have. Still not sure? Chat or call!
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Tippmann 98 Gun Type Glossary
RT: Stands for Response Trigger. RT versions came with Tippmann's responsive trigger, sometimes called an auto trigger, preinstalled. The RT kit can also be added on to a 98 later.
E-Grip (E or Electronic Grip): This indicates the gun came with an electronic grip frame. If your gun uses batteries in the grip (not talking about the loader/hopper here), then you have an electronic grip frame (e-grip) gun.
Basic: Implies that this gun has neither a RT kit or an E-Grip installed. It is a mechanical trigger and sear assembly.
Pro: The Pro designation indicates that the gun originally came with a double finger trigger, a drop forward, and an upgraded barrel. There were 'Pro' versions made of most Tippmann 98's.
ACT: Stands for Anti Chop Technology. Tippmann introduced anti chop technology as a mechnical feature that reduces the amount of chopped balls you get resulting from feed issues. Simply, if a ball has not completely fallen in to the firing chamber when you take a shot, then the bolt will retract on a spring. Instead of forcing itself forward and chopping the ball in the feed neck, the ball is simply pinched a bit while the firing process completes. When the hammer returns to the standard cocked position the ball can then fall the rest of the way in to the gun. The easiest way to tell if your gun is ACT equipped is to look in the opening on the left side where the cocking handle is. The main spring is centered in this hole and extends from the back of the gun in to the rear bolt/hammer and cocking handle. Now move your head down so you can look in to the gun ABOVE that main spring. If you see another spring then that is the ACT system and your gun has ACT. It will be easily visible. If you look and don't clearly see that second spring, then you don't have ACT.
Ultra Basic (UB): This term specifically applies to guns WITHOUT the ACT feature. While 'basic' implies a standard single, mechanical trigger, the ultra basic would be a ACT capable gun (you can upgrade to it later) but without the ACT components installed which lowers the price. These guns typically did not come with a hopper included in the package either. = Mechanical with Single Trigger - No Hopper
Platinum (PS or Platinum Series): The latest iteration of the Tippmann 98 is the Platinum version. The body has been redesigned in this model. These most easily identifying mark will be the new integrated weaver / picatinny rail along the top of the gun. The left receiver also has a break in it so you can access the rear internals without having to to completely disassemble the marker from tip to tail.
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