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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
This is a CO2 powered Airsoft Pistol which means that it uses CO2 Gas as a propellant. It shoots hard and fast and is extremely lifelike. One feature many CO2 Airsoft Guns have is blowback, meaning that as the BB is propelled forward the slide thrusts backward mimicking the kick of a real gun! This CO2 Airsoft Pistol doesn’t require any pumping just simply point and shoot. This is a high end CO2 Airsoft gun. Please only use .20 gram high quality BBs with this item in order to keep it in working order. Using anything else as ammunition for this gun will void the warranty and may cause it to jam. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase this Airsoft gun. You will need to purchase CO2 for this gun separately.
Information on the Styles of Airsoft Pistols
Learn more about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Getting the best handgun and practicing with it can make all the difference in nailing your shots. Handguns, naturally, are reduced range airsoft weapons. They are typically developed after firearm handguns or look-alikes of actual pistols. Quite a few airsoft sidearms are completely certified releases of their actual weapon counterparts. These airsoft guns can look and function (without shooting bullets) in the same ways identical to the real guns they are modeled around while shooting airsoft BBs as opposed to real world bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft sidearms such as CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric pistols. Each of these kinds of handguns has negatives and positives related to them. Finding out about the types of airsoft handguns allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Pistol Details
CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most dependable and standard types of pistols. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to force airsoft BBs out of the handgun barrel.
These styles of airsoft pistols are good choices for airsoft games in cold and snowy temperatures since the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less prone to FPS decreases caused by temperature. This fact provides exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter season for instance where other types of airsoft pistols like green gas stuffer from low performance or hardly shoot BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a chrome cylinder and contain high pressure CO2 gas made up of one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely inside, however the moment they are opened (firing them in an airsoft weapon breaks the seal) they will begin to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime. They do have the maker’s expiry date typically noted on the package or cartridge, but they will survive for a long period of time past this date if the cartridge seals are not broken.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft handguns are comparable to CO2 pistols, but they use green gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The effect on the battlefield and green gas weapon performance is practically the same as CO2 handguns with the guns around 300+ FPS.
The green gas is sealed in the pistol’s grip within the mag and can typically hold in-between 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending on the gun style. A set of valves, silicone stoppers, and seals keep the propane sealed in the pistol mag till the pistol’s trigger is pulled. It is a good habit to top off and refill the green gas reserves in the pistol mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding airsoft players can also take excess bottles of green gas or propane in the field for refilling magazines between breaks in the battle or between missions.
When bringing a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field or arena as a backup or main gun, additional mags are recommended for rapidly reloading. Having additional magazines allows you to re engage in the action in the course of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fighting.
Green gas handguns are excellent for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are generally not enabled to be used for indoor gameplay. This is an essential safety regulation because of the close range distance of players during shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas handguns still shoot airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel assists to keep the joules and energy launching the BB at a lower level compared to AEGs, airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various types of green gas airsoft pistols. First, there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These pistols work like a legitimate handgun with the pistol slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. Every time a new airsoft BB is chambered, the gas causes the slide to cycle. This cycling is extremely cool, but the weapons typically are more expensive and potentially have more to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback pistols generally cost less than GBBs. Performance is around the same when comparing the two types of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas normally can be used very well, it does have drawbacks. When they are used over the winter season in the snow or in colder temps (such as below 32 degrees F). Since the green gas or propane gas is kept in the weapon’s mag by silicone seals and gaskets, cold temperatures can affect the seals and make the gas to escape before firing the handgun. This can cause the airsoft BBs to merely shoot a few feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the pistol would normally shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather conditions).
One option to fix this challenge is to try to keep the GBB handgun mags warmer by holding them next to a heat source or by your body just before the game play. This can help to warm the seals and valves and better seal in the green gas. It can also be worth checking out a CO2 variation of your preferred pistol if you really prefer to play with a reliable airsoft handgun in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and these guns shoot much better in sub-freezing temps and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Sidearms
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs with irregular pitches that launch the BBs out of the gun’s barrel. The manual actions of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB handguns.
Spring airsoft guns perform the best in springer wars where participants can exclusively use similar, single shot spring handguns or as an alternative weapon for CQB buildings and MOUT sites when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft players to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a fast 2nd followup shot will not be really needed given that the other opponent is already struck and out of the game play or running back to respawn. Take care when engaging several players due to the fact that the springer just shoots as fast as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Handgun Performance
Spring pistols are incredibly efficient under the right conditions during games. Their FPS generally chronos at about 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs. These weapons generally fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less effective than other kinds of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring pistols can generally shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however precision reduces quickly. Choosing regular 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will very likely have a decreased shooting distance of around 60 to 80 feet with increased precision.
Facts About AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Handguns
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely an option to carry as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s grip. They function just like an AEG SMG and use compressed air pumped through electrically cycled pistons, cylinders, and gearboxes to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun mags normally can hold around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs approximately around 300 FPS when loaded with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or around 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs. The electric gearbox system can shoot around 700+ BBs per minute which is estimated if you have enough spare magazines to reload (after every 20 to 30 rounds) and the battery maintains its charge that long. These handguns can effectively shoot airsoft BBs at about 150 foot distances.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has grown considerably in recent years. The first gens were a little bit questionable and unreliable, however the new versions have most of the bugs resolved and make efficient airsoft backup weapons. They can be further upgraded with maximized magazine capacities together with accommodating bigger batteries.
A huge benefit of buying an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the connectors to use an increased capacity battery with higher mAh. Depending upon the AEG handgun version, you are able to gain a big boost in efficiency using a two cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as an alternative to the standard mini battery. Beware of modifying the parts and the gun’s wires because you should consider the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the battery. Ask an experienced airsoft service technician at your nearest airsoft store or shop if you have modding problems.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me to Buy?
Selecting the best airsoft sidearm for you depends on your gun budget, how often you intend to play airsoft using it, and where you decide to play. If you have over one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft pistol, look at a green gas blowback pistol or AEG pistol. These guns are usually the best of the best, have the best performance, and can be a pretty good gun to invest in. Check out a CO2 handgun or less expensive green gas GBB pistol if you have around $50 to $100 to invest. Mid-tier guns like these will still work well and can be pretty long lasting sidearms. If you have $50 or less, search for a cheap CO2 or spring handgun. You can still buy a durable airsoft handgun to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sidearms
Question: What is the best type of airsoft pistol?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas airsoft sidearms usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs)?
Answer: The CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be an ok option for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience shooting handguns, and how much they want to play in the future. The CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs) is a decent gun for many players.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like rifles instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will probably be more challenging. Contact the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft gun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades depending on what is modified. Try to find parts specific to the CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: Are airsoft handguns legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending on where you live. Check your local weapon laws or with your local law enforcement 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 more stringent laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft weapons like the CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs).
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft sidearm typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20g. Look at the product information for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the CO2 Taurus PT99 Pistol FPS-380 Full Metal Blowback Airsoft Gun Package Deal (Mask, CO2 and BBs). Gun range and accuracy depends upon the shooter’s skills, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft pistols. Airsoft players should always use safety glasses and protective face masks. The weapon should 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 weapon fire real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not shoot real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy handgun.
