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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
Airsoft Pistol Design Additional Info
Find information about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as secondary weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Lots of airsoft handguns are fully manufacturer licensed models of their authentic gun counterparts and operate and appear in the exact same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of real bullets.
There are a few varieties of airsoft sidearms consisting of CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these types of handguns have positives and negatives connected with them. Learning more about the kinds of airsoft pistols helps you figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
Details About CO2 Airsoft Sidearms
CO2 airsoft handguns are one of the most standard and long lasting types of sidearms. These handguns use CO2 stored in small cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel.
These forms of airsoft weapons are very good for playing in cold weather given that the compressed CO2 gas is less vulnerable to FPS decreases caused by low temperature. This fact offers exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter for example where other styles of airsoft guns like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely fire airsoft BBs.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft pistols are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a metallic cylinder and contain high pressure CO2 gas composed of just one carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely within, however soon after they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft weapon breaks the cartridge seal) they will start to lose pressure if they are left unused. If the airsoft games end and you still have CO2 gas left, use the opportunity to do some pistol 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 do have the manufacturer’s use by date normally marked on the box or cartridge, however, they can survive for a very long period past this date if the cartridge seal is not broken.
Green Gas Airsoft Pistols
Green gas airsoft pistols are comparable 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 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The propane is kept in the pistol’s airsoft magazine that can typically hold around 15 to 20+ BBs based on the pistol type. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and silicone o-rings keep the gas pressurized in the mag up until the handgun’s trigger is squeezed.
When running a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a secondary or main weapon, additional magazines are advised for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having additional mags helps you re engage in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.
Green gas handguns are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields considering that long guns and full-sized AEGs are generally not allowed to be used during indoor engagements. This is an essential safety regulation due to the close quarters distance of airsoft players during the shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas handguns still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter pistol barrel aids to keep the joules and energy shooting the BB at a lower level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
Thinking 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 pistols or GBBs where the slide moves and non-blowback pistols. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns use a fixed slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas generally works effectively, it does have drawbacks. This includes when green gas guns are played with during the winter in the snow or in very cold temperatures (like under 32 degrees F). Because the green gas or propane is held in the pistol mag by silicone seals and gaskets, cold temperatures can affect these seals and allow the gas to leak out before shooting. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot a couple of feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when it would normally shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather conditions).
One fix for this problem is to make the GBB handgun magazines warmer by positioning them next to a heat source or by your body just before the airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the seals and help to seal in the green gas. If you really prefer to play airsoft with a dependable airsoft handgun in the cold, it can also be worth buying a CO2 variation of your preferred handgun. The CO2 cartridges come sealed and these guns shoot far better in sub-freezing temperatures and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistol Details
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs that launch the BBs out of the handgun barrel. The manual functioning of reloading, cocking, and shooting spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms and guns perform the best in springer wars where airsoft players can solely use similar, single shot spring weapons or as a close quarters backup gun for CQB buildings when you can often sneak up to other airsoft game players to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter case, a fast second followup shot isn’t required given that the other opponent is now hit by the first shot and out of the gameplay or running back to respawn. Beware when fighting many different adversaries considering that the spring airsoft gun only shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Pistol Efficiency
Spring guns are considerably effective under the proper scenarios and airsoft games. Their FPS often 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 styles of airsoft weapons. Spring guns can generally shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12g BBs however the ability to hit targets accurately is reduced rapidly. Choosing standard 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will probably have a decreased range of about 60 to 80 feet with heightened target accuracy.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistol Information
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a good choice to bring as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric pistols are often powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s handle. They function much like an AEG rifle and use compressed air forced through electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to shoot airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun mags generally hold about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs up to about 300 FPS using 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Handgun Quality and Efficiency
AEG handgun quality has actually increased significantly in recent years. The initial generation AEP guns were a bit unreliable and questionable, but the new models have most of the problems worked out and make effective airsoft secondary weapons. They can be further modded with enhanced magazine storage capacities and by accommodating larger batteries.
A big benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the ability to rewire the connections to use a larger battery. Depending on the AEG handgun type, you can get a big increase in performance by using a two cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) instead of the stock battery.
Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me to Buy?
Picking the most ideal airsoft pistol for you depends on your budget, how much you wish to play airsoft with it, and where you hope to play. If you can use at least one-hundred dollars to invest in your airsoft pistol, take a look at a green gas blowback or GBB pistol or AEP pistol. These kinds of guns are usually the top of the line, have great efficiency, and could be a great gun to get. If you have between fifty to one-hundred dollars to devote to your airsoft gun purchase, look at a CO2 pistol or a less expensive GBB pistol. These guns will still finish the job and are sturdy sidearms. Look for a lower end CO2 or spring handgun if you have $50 or less. You can still get a long-lasting airsoft pistol to use for the handgun games.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft 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 GBB airsoft pistols usually are the most reliable and effective on the airsoft field. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft weapon is the Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun?
Answer: The Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback 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 airsoft. The Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun is a good sidearm for many players to carry in the field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like assault rifles instead of pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun 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 pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft handgun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts specific to the Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: Are airsoft guns legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Look at your regional 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 more stringent laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft guns like the Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft gun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft sidearm normally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20 gram. Inspect the pistol’s details to learn more.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: A lot of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Electric HEAT Pistol FPS-150 Blowback Airsoft Gun. Weapon range and accuracy depends on the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to know for airsoft handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft pistols. Game players need to always use safety glasses and face protection. 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 handgun shoot real ammo?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not shoot real ammunition and can not be modified in any way to fire live ammunition. It is a toy weapon.
