Compare the Empire Trracer and Spyder Victor side by side: price, specs, firing modes, weight, and maintenance — and see which paintball gun is the better buy for your style of play.
| Empire Trracer | Spyder Victor | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Tier | Budget | Budget |
| Typical Price | $60-110 (used) | $55-90 |
| Operation | Pump (blowforward) | Mechanical stacked-tube blowback |
| Firing Modes | pump | semi-auto |
| Caliber | .68 | .68 |
| Feed | Gravity hopper | Gravity hopper |
| Air | HPA/CO2 | HPA/CO2 |
| Operating Pressure | ~300 psi | ~300 psi |
| Weight | 2.4 lb | 2.8 lb |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
The Empire Trracer and Spyder Victor are both budget paintball guns, so the choice comes down to how each one fits your game rather than how much you spend. On price, the Spyder Victor runs roughly $25 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. For a higher rate of fire and tournament-style play, the Spyder Victor pulls ahead with its electronic firing modes, while the Empire Trracer keeps things simpler and more rugged. At 2.4 lb the Empire Trracer is the easier carry over a long day on the field. The Empire Trracer is built with casual pump and rec in mind. The Spyder Victor is built with tightest budgets and casual rec play in mind. Bottom line: pick the Spyder Victor for a tight budget, or the Empire Trracer for all-day comfort.