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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Information About Airsoft Handgun Varieties
Learn about airsoft sidearms, pistols, and handguns and how you can use them as extra guns or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Numerous airsoft handguns are fully accredited editions of their actual handgun equivalents and look and function in the same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than authentic bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun pistols. Each of these kinds of pistols has negatives and positives associated with them. Learning more about the kinds of airsoft handguns helps you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
About CO2 Airsoft Handguns
CO2 airsoft pistols are among the most durable and popular varieties of pistols. They are all-season, all-weather guns and function well in many kinds of weather and climates. These handguns use pressurized CO2 gas to propel airsoft BBs down the weapon barrel. The CO2 cartridge stores the gas within the cylinder and is generally housed in the gun’s mag inside the handle.
These kinds of airsoft guns are good for airsoft games in cold temperatures because the compressed CO2 gas is less vulnerable to FPS decreases by low temperatures. This offers very good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold weather for example where other types of pistols like green gas stop working or barely fire pellets.
Additional Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by regular 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look similar to a metallic cylinder and hold high pressured CO2 gas comprised of just one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms thus the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The CO2 gas cartridges are not reusable and you can usually purchase them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to preserve the CO2 gas securely within, once they are punctured (firing them in an airsoft gun breaks the cartridge seal) they will start to lose pressure if they are not used up. You ought to try to consume the whole CO2 cartridge the same day you open the seal. If the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the chance to do some handgun target practice and expend the rest of the surplus gas. There is no gas level indication on the cartridge so you have to shoot until the handgun stops firing BBs.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if they are kept sealed. They come with the manufacturer’s best used by date typically listed on the package or cartridge cylinder, however, they may stay pressurized for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seal is not damaged.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Pistol Information
Green gas airsoft sidearms function similarly to CO2 guns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. As an alternative, they use green gas or propane for propellant to shoot the airsoft BBs. The outcome on the battlefield and green gas sidearm functionality is basically the same as CO2 handguns with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS. Shots are rapidly fired in automatic or semi-automatic shooting modes and precisely hit targets at short to mid-range ranges.
The propane is held in the pistol’s airsoft magazine that can typically hold between 15 to 20+ airsoft BBs depending on the handgun style. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the magazine up until the handgun’s trigger is pulled.
When running a green gas pistol on the airsoft field as a main or secondary weapon, extra handgun mags are encouraged for quickly reloading. Having additional mags allows you to get back in the action throughout firefights or while clearing buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas pistols are ideal for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles and full-sized AEGs are generally not authorized to be used during indoor shooting. This is a safety rule because of the close quarters proximity of gamers during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be injured. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at around 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel helps to keep the joules and energy sending 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 various varieties of green gas airsoft handguns. There are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs. These handguns function like a legitimate pistol with the gun’s slide “blowing back” and cycling with every shot. The gas induces the slide to cycle every time when a new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. This cycling is really cool, but the weapons frequently cost more and likely have more that can break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols have a stationary slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback pistols commonly cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is about the same when comparing the two kinds of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas generally can be used effectively on the airsoft field, it does have restrictions. For example, when green gas guns are used during the winter season in the snow or in colder temperatures (like lower 32 degrees F). Given that the green gas or propane gas is kept in the weapon’s mag using rubber seals and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively impact these seals and allow the stored gas to leak out before firing the pistol. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to merely shoot several feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the pistol would typically shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather).
One fix to this problem is to keep the GBB handgun magazines warmer by placing them next to your body or by a heater before the airsoft game play. If you really desire to play with a reliable airsoft pistol in the cold weather, it might also be worth getting a CO2 variation of your favorite pistol.
About Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft guns are powered by powerful coil springs that shoot the BBs out of the pistol barrel. The manual action of reloading, shooting, and cocking spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring airsoft guns work best in springer battles where players can solely use similar, single shot spring weapons or as a close quarters backup gun for CQB settings when you can often sneak up to other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a rapid 2nd follow-up shot is not required given that the other player is now struck and out of the gameplay or heading back to respawn. Be careful when engaging many different foes because the springer just fires as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Pistol Efficiency
Spring guns are remarkably useful under the proper circumstances. Spring handguns can commonly shoot accurately up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12 gram BBs but accuracy decreases quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearm Facts
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to use as a backup gun on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the gun’s butt. They function much like an AEG rifle and use forced air with electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to fire airsoft BBs out of the barrel and very quickly at that.
AEG pistol magazines usually hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs right up to around 300 FPS when loaded with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or about 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electric gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute which depends if you have enough spare mags to reload the gun and the battery maintains its charge that long. These AEP handguns can effectively fire airsoft BBs at around 150 foot ranges.
AEG Handgun Quality and Performance
AEG handgun quality has grown significantly recently. The early generation AEP guns were a bit undependable and questionable, but the more recent designs have the deficiencies resolved and make efficient airsoft secondary weapons. They can be further upgraded with enhanced mag storage capacities together with accommodating bigger batteries.
A massive benefit of carrying an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the connections to use a bigger battery. Depending on the AEG handgun type, you can get a substantial output in performance by taking advantage of a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) rather than the stock AEP battery.
Which Airsoft Pistol is Right for Me to Play with?
Selecting the right airsoft sidearm for you depends upon how much you can afford to spend, how much you intend to play airsoft using it, and where you plan to play. Look into a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric AEP pistol if you have more than one-hundred dollars to invest on your airsoft handgun. These guns are typically the best of the best, have the most effective build qualities, and are usually an excellent sidearm to purchase. If you can afford around more than $50 but less than $100 to use for your gun, look at a CO2 handgun or a more affordable green gas blowback handgun. These guns will still function well and can be pretty sturdy sidearms. If you have fifty dollars or less, research a lower end CO2 or springer pistol. You can still find a long lasting airsoft handgun to use for the pistol games.
Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: What is the most widely used type of airsoft sidearm?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas GBB airsoft sidearms usually are the most reliable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be an ok choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on how much the player has to spend on an airsoft pistol, experience, and how much they want to play in the future. The Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun is a decent weapon for most 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 M4 rifles instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent at an airsoft field will most likely be more challenging. Contact your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft pistol type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Look for parts particular to the Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Perhaps depending upon where you live. Check your regional weapon laws or with your regional 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 Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft pistol typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20g. Examine the product info for additional information.
Question: How far can this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: Most airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Electric Full Auto Terminator 2 Pistol FPS-230 Blowback Airsoft Gun. Handgun shooting distance depends on the shooter’s ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft gun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft weapons. Shooters need to constantly use eye and protective face masks. The weapon needs to be used safely with supervision 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 handgun shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft pistol can not shoot real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy handgun.
