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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Info About Airsoft Pistol Kinds
Find information about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as core weapons on the airsoft playing field. Numerous airsoft pistols are completely manufactured and licensed models of their real pistol equivalents and function and appear in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than actual bullets.
There are a few types of airsoft handguns including CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these types of pistols come with negatives and positives connected with them. Learning about the types of airsoft sidearms helps you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
CO2 Airsoft Pistol Details
CO2 airsoft pistols are one of the most popular and heavy duty types of handguns. They are all weather guns and function well in lots of types of extreme temperatures, weather and environments. These pistols use high pressure CO2 gas to move airsoft BBs out of the weapon barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas and is usually stored in the gun’s handle.
These kinds of airsoft weapons are excellent for playing in colder weather since the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less vulnerable to performance variations caused by temperature. This gives CO2 airsoft handguns good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold for instance where other varieties of sidearms like green gas stop working or barely shoot BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by basic 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look like a shiny cylinder and hold high pressured CO2 gas consisting of just one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms hence the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 cartridges cannot be refilled and you can typically purchase them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to preserve the CO2 gas safely within, but when they are punctured (shooting them inside of an airsoft gun breaks the seal) they will begin to lose pressure if they are not expended. You must attempt to burn up the whole CO2 cartridge the very same day you open the seal. Use the chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas if the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left. There is no gas level gauge on the cartridge so you need to shoot until the weapon stops shooting airsoft BBs.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if the cylinders are kept sealed. They do have a supplier’s expiration date typically listed on the box or cartridge, but they will likely last for a prolonged period of time past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft handguns function similarly to CO2 guns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. As an alternative, they use green gas or propane for propellant to fire 6mm airsoft pellets. The outcome on gameplay and green gas pistol performance is almost the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to about 300+ FPS. Shots are efficiently fired in fully-automatic or semi-automatic shooting modes and precisely hit targets at short to mid-range ranges.
The propane gas is kept in the handgun’s airsoft mag which can often hold in-between 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubberized gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas stored in the mag up until the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When playing with a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a primary or backup weapon, extra magazines are advised for quickly reloading and engaging opponents. Having extra magazines on-hand allows you to re engage in the action in the course of firefights or while clearing buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas pistols are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields given that long guns and full-sized AEGs are normally not allowed to be used during indoor game play. This is a safety standard due to the close quarters distance of players during the shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas handguns still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel helps to keep the joules and energy propelling the BB lower compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 various types of green gas airsoft handguns. To begin with there are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These handguns run like a genuine handgun with the pistol’s slide “blowing back” with every shot. The gas causes the slide to cycle each time a fresh airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. This functioning while shooting is very cool, but the GBB guns usually are more expensive and potentially have more to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns use a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback pistols commonly cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same between the two styles of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas normally can be used very well on the airsoft field, it does have drawbacks. For example, when green gas guns are played with during the winter season in the snow or in cold weather (like less than 32 degrees F). Given that the green gas or propane is stored in the pistol mag by silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively impact these seals and cause the gas to leak out before shooting airsoft BBs. The depressurized gas can make the airsoft BBs to just shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the pistol would ordinarily shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer temperatures).
One fix for this challenge is to try to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by holding them close to your body prior to game play. This can help to warm the rubber seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you definitely desire to play with a reliable airsoft pistol in the cold, it might also be better to get a CO2 version of your favorite pistol. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and these guns shoot much better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
Info on Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft pistols are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that send the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual functions of firing, cocking, and reloading spring guns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB pistols.
Spring airsoft guns work most effectively in springer battles where opponents can only use comparable, single shot spring pistols or as a transitional weapon for CQB environments when you can frequently surprise other airsoft game players to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a rapid 2nd followup shot is not required because the other person is now hit by the first BB and out of the game or moving back to respawn. Be careful when engaging many different players because the spring airsoft gun just fires as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Pistol Effectiveness
Spring pistols are really useful under the appropriate scenarios and airsoft games. Their FPS usually chronos at around 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs. These handguns normally fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs since the coiled springs are less effective than other types of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring guns can generally engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs but the ability to hit targets accurately reduces quickly. Choosing basic 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will most likely have a range of around 60 to 80 feet with heightened precision.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistol Facts
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a good choice to use as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are normally powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s butt. They operate similar to an AEG gun and use forced air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, cylinders, and gearboxes to fire airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun magazines usually can carry around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can launch airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has actually increased significantly over the last few years. The first generation AEP guns were a bit undependable and questionable, however the more recent designs have most of the problems worked out and make reliable airsoft secondary guns. They can be further upgraded with maximized mag capacities along with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A significant benefit of buying an AEG pistol is that you have the capacity to rewire the connections to use a more robust battery. Based on the AEG pistol style, you may be able to gain a sizable output in performance by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the standard AEP battery. Be careful when changing the elements and wires because you have to consider the volts, mAh, and loads of the battery. If you have customization concerns, ask an expert weapon technician at your closest airsoft store or shop.
What Airsoft Pistol is Best for Me to Buy?
If you have over $100 to spend on your airsoft handgun, you may want to consider a green gas blowback pistol or AEG handgun. If you have between fifty to one-hundred dollars to upgrade your gun, evaluate a good quality CO2 pistol or less expensive GBB handgun. If your gun budget is lower, you can still look for a long lasting airsoft handgun to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Handguns
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft pistol?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and GBB airsoft handguns usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft gun is the KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be an ok option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, experience, and how much they think they will play in the future. The KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun is a decent sidearm for many players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like assault rifles instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will probably be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific weapon model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft handgun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Look for parts particular to the KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending upon where you live. Check your local weapon laws or with your local police authority. States like Arkansas (AR), Colorado (CO), Illinois (IL), Maine (ME), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Mississippi (MS), New York and New York City (NY), North Dakota (ND), Texas (TX), and Washington D.C. do have stricter laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft weapons like the KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun typically shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Look at the item info for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: Most airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the KWA M1911A1 Pistol 15 Rnd FPS 285 Blowback Military Issue Green Gas Airsoft Gun. Handgun accuracy depends on the shooter’s ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft pistols. Airsoft players need to always use impact resistant safety glasses and face masks. The weapon must be used safely with supervision for training in proper environments or for target practice only. You can learn more about safety by reading the airsoft rules of engagement and safety regulations.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not shoot real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy gun.
