Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun
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.
Airsoft Pistol Design Additional Information
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as extra guns or as core weapons on the airsoft playing field. A lot of airsoft handguns are fully manufactured editions of their authentic gun equivalents and look and function in the very same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of authentic bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft pistols consisting of CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these styles of sidearms has negatives and positives connected with them. Learning about the varieties of airsoft pistols allows you to make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearm Details
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most dependable and common types of sidearms. These pistols use sealed CO2 gas cylinders to move airsoft BBs out of the gun barrel.
These types of airsoft pistols are great choices for playing airsoft in cold and snowy temperatures because the high pressure CO2 gas is less prone to performance decreases by temperature levels. This fact offers very good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold for example where other sorts of pistols like green gas cease to operate or hardly shoot airsoft BBs.
Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges resemble a metal cylinder and contain high pressured CO2 gas comprised of a single carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms thus the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas safely inside, but when they are opened (shooting them inside of an airsoft handgun breaks the cartridge 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 handgun target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if the cylinders are stored sealed. They come with a supplier’s best used by date usually noted on the package or cylinder, however they will stay pressurized for a very long time past this date if the cartridge seals are not tampered with.
Info About Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft handguns are similar to CO2 pistols, however they use propane gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The effect on the battleground and green gas weapon efficiency is virtually the exact same as CO2 handguns with the guns at around 300+ FPS.
The propane is stashed in the pistol’s airsoft mag which can often hold in-between 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the handgun type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone seals keep the gas stored in the magazine until the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When carrying a green gas sidearm on the airsoft field as a backup or primary gun, bringing extra pistol mags is suggested for rapidly reloading. Having extra mags on-hand allows you to join in the action throughout firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas handguns are ideal for CQB at airsoft fields since rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are normally not permitted to be used for indoor engagements. This is a safety guideline due to the close quarters proximity of gamers during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas handguns can still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short pistol barrel aids to keep the joules and energy launching the BB lower compared to AEGs, airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two different types of green gas airsoft handguns. There are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These pistols operate like an authentic handgun with the gun’s slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. When a brand-new airsoft BB is chambered, the gas induces the slide to cycle. The result is really cool, but the GBB guns often cost more and potentially have more parts which can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns have a fixed slide which does not move. The non-blowback handguns commonly cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same when comparing the two varieties of green gas pistols.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas usually performs extremely well, it does have limits. This includes when green gas guns are used throughout the winter in the snow or in very cold temperatures (like lower 32 deg F). Considering that the green gas or propane is held in the mag by silicone seals and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively affect the seals and allow the gas to escape before shooting. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to only shoot a couple of feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the gun would usually shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather).
One solution to this challenge is to make the GBB pistol mags warmer by putting them next to a heater or by your body before airsoft game play. This can help to warm the seals and valves and better seal in the green gas. It can also be worth buying a CO2 version of your favorite pistol if you actually need to play with a dependable airsoft handgun in the cold. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and perform better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Handguns
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs that send the BBs out of the pistol’s barrel. The manual action of cocking, reloading, and shooting spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms and guns perform best in springer battles where airsoft players can exclusively use similar, single shot spring handguns or as a close quarters combat backup weapon for CQB buildings when you can usually surprise other airsoft players to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a rapid second followup shot will not be needed considering that the other player is already hit by the first BB and out of the gameplay or heading back to respawn. Take care when engaging numerous foes considering the gun only fires as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Handgun Efficiency
Spring guns are really useful under the proper game circumstances. Their FPS typically chronos at around 250 FPS to 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These weapons usually fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs due to the fact that the pitched springs are less effective than other kinds of airsoft guns like SMGs. Spring handguns can usually engage targets at ranges of up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs but the ability to hit targets accurately decreases rapidly. Using basic 0.20 gram weight airsoft BBs, you will very likely have a reduced shooting distance of around 60 to 80 feet with enhanced accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearm Information
AEG airsoft pistols or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a good choice to bring into the field as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s handle. They operate much like an AEG gun and use compressed air forced through electrically cycled pistons and gearboxes to fire airsoft BBs quickly and rapidly.
AEG pistol mags generally carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG pistol quality has actually increased significantly over the last few years. The initial generation AEP guns were a little bit sketchy and undependable, but the latest versions have most of the bugs worked out and make reliable airsoft backup guns. They can be modified with maximized mag storage capacities in addition to accommodating bigger batteries.
A huge benefit of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the power to rewire the battery connectors to use a more substantial battery. Depending on the AEG pistol style, you can gain a big jump in efficiency by employing a two cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as an alternative for the stock battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Best for Me to Buy?
Picking out the right airsoft pistol for you depends on how much you can afford to spend, how often you desire to play airsoft with it, and where you plan to play. If you can afford over one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft pistol, take a look at a green gas handgun or AEP pistol. These guns are usually the best of the best, have great build qualities, and can be a great investment. If you can afford between $50 to $100 to devote to your airsoft gun purchase, check out a CO2 pistol or a second-tier green gas pistol. These will still finish the job and can be sturdy sidearms. If you have less than $50, consider a cheap CO2 or spring handgun. You can still get a long-lasting airsoft handgun to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistols
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 green gas airsoft handguns usually are the most durable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a great choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience shooting handguns, and how much they want to play airsoft. The CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun is a decent sidearm for most players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent AEGs like rifles instead of pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Talk to the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the particular gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft sidearm be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft gun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Search for parts particular to the CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending upon where you live. Check your local gun laws or with your regional 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 CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft sidearm generally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Check out the pistol’s product information for more details.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: Most airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the CO2 TSD Tactical 601 Black And Chrome Pistol FPS-525 Blowback Airsoft Gun. Weapon shooting distance depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft pistol safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft guns. Participants should constantly use impact resistant safety glasses and face protection. The weapon should be used safely with guidance for training in suitable 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 shoot real bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not shoot real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy handgun.
