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Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE
The HK 45 GBB gas airsoft gun has a velocity 330 FPS with a moving hammer, tactical rail and gas blowback realism. This all metal pistol features a 28 round capacity. Licensed Trademark of Heckler & Koch GmbH
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
About this item
Full metal slide and polymer frame
Realistic blowback action; Powered by efficient airsoft geen gas (green gas NOT included)
Features an on-frame safety, ambidextrous mag release, and bright white shooter’s sights
Shoots 6mm plastic airsoft BBs at up to 350 fps
Integrated accessory rail perfect for a tactical flashlight or laser; Includes additional backstraps for user preference
Airsoft Handgun Design Details
Find out about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as main weapons on the airsoft playing field. Getting the right pistol and practicing with it can make a big difference in improving your shots. Sidearms, by nature, are much shorter range airsoft weapons. They are generally made after authentic sidearms or copies of authentic handguns. Many airsoft pistols are fully certified releases of their genuine firearm equivalents. These airsoft guns can appear and run in the same ways identical to the real guns they are designed around while firing airsoft BBs instead of authentic bullets.
There are a number of kinds of airsoft handguns consisting of CO2, green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these kinds of handguns come with benefits and differences related to them. Finding out about the kinds of airsoft pistols lets you decide which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.
About CO2 Airsoft Sidearms
CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most durable and popular types of sidearms. These handguns use sealed CO2 gas cylinders to push airsoft BBs out of the handgun barrel.
These types of airsoft pistols are very good for playing airsoft in cold weather conditions due to the fact that the pressurized CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less sensitive to performance variations caused by temperature levels. This gives CO2 airsoft pistols very good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold weather for example where other types of guns like green gas stuffer from low performance or barely fire pellets.
Additional Info About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridge Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by typical 12 gram CO2 cartridge cylinders. These cartridges look similar to a metallic cylinder and store high pressure CO2 gas composed of 1 carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms for this reason the molecular formula of “C + O2”.
The CO2 cylinders cannot be used multiple times and you can typically buy them in bundles of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridge sets. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas safely inside, once they are punctured (firing them inside of an airsoft gun breaks the seal) the cartridges will start to lose pressure if they are not expended. You need to try to dissipate the entire CO2 cartridge the very same day you open the seal. Use the opportunity to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the excess gas if the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left. There is no gas level guide on the cartridge so you need to shoot up until the handgun stops shooting airsoft BBs.
CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if the cylinders are stored sealed. They are made with a manufacturer’s best used by date typically marked on the package or cartridge cylinder, but they can maintain pressure for a long time past this date if the cartridge seal is not damaged.
Details About Green Gas Airsoft Sidearms
Green gas airsoft pistols are comparable to CO2 handguns, but they use green gas instead of CO2 cartridges. The effect on the airsoft battlefield and green gas weapon performance is almost the exact same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The green gas is kept in the pistol’s magazine which can frequently hold roughly 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending on the pistol model. A series of valves, rubber stoppers, and seals keep the propane pressurized in the mag up to when the pistol’s trigger is pulled. It is a good choice to top off and refill your propane reserves in the mag each time you reload it. Pistol-wielding players can also bring supplemental bottles of green gas or propane in the field for refilling between breaks in the battle or in-between games.
When playing with a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a primary or secondary gun, extra mags are advised for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra mags allows you to get back in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping buildings in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room combat.
Green gas handguns are perfect for CQB at airsoft fields considering that rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are typically not permitted to be used during indoor game play. This is a safety regulation because of the close quarters distance of players during shooting engagements and the potential for players to be hurt. While green gas pistols still fire airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy forcing the BB at a decreased level compared to AEG airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various styles of green gas airsoft pistols. There are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These handguns function like a real handgun with the pistol slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. The gas induces the slide to cycle every time when a fresh airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. The result is extremely cool, but the guns usually cost more and likely have more parts to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft guns use a stationary slide which does not move. The non-blowback pistols usually cost less than GBBs. Efficiency is around the same when comparing the two types of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Limits
While green gas typically works effectively on the airsoft field, it does have constraints. When they are used throughout the winter playing in the snow or in cold temps (like below 32 deg F). Given that the green gas or propane gas is kept in the pistol mag by silicone seals and gaskets, cold weather can negatively affect these seals and make the gas to escape before shooting. This can cause the airsoft BBs to merely shoot several feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the pistol would usually shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).
One option to fix this challenge is to try to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by putting them next to your body prior to airsoft game play. This can help to warm the rubber gaskets and better seal in the green gas. It may also be worth getting a CO2 version of your preferred pistol if you really want to play airsoft with a trustworthy airsoft pistol in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and the gun will shoot better in sub-freezing conditions and while playing in the snow.
Spring Airsoft Pistols
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by powerful coil springs that propel the BBs out of the handgun’s barrel. The manual functioning of cocking, firing, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB pistols.
Spring sidearms work best in springer wars where players can solely use comparable, single shot spring handguns or as a close quarters combat weapon for CQB settings when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft players to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a rapid 2nd followup shot will not be really needed since the other opponent is already hit by the first shot and out of the game play or going back to respawn. Take care when attacking numerous foes due to the fact that the spring weapon just shoots as quickly as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB by hand.
About Spring Handgun Effectiveness
Spring guns are quite effective under the correct conditions. Spring handguns can generally shoot accurately up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to hit targets reduces quickly.
Facts About AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a good choice to carry as a secondary weapon on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are commonly powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s butt. They operate just like an AEG rifle and use pressurized air pumped through electrically cycled cylinders, pistons, and gearboxes to fire airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun magazines generally store around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can fire airsoft BBs right up to around 300 FPS using 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or around 200 to 250 FPS with 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electric battery powered gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute assuming you have enough spare mags to reload (after every 20 to 30 rounds) and the battery lasts that long. These AEP handguns can effectively shoot airsoft BBs at about 150 foot ranges.
AEG Handgun Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has grown significantly in the last few years. The early gen guns were a little bit undependable and sketchy, however the more recent versions have the deficiencies worked out and make reliable airsoft backup guns. They can be improved with enhanced magazine storage capacities along with accommodating more powerful batteries.
A huge benefit of using an AEG handgun is that you have the capability to rewire the adapters to use a larger capacity battery. Depending on the AEG pistol design, you can gain a big output in efficiency by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as a replacement for the stock battery.
What Airsoft Handgun is Best for Me to Play with?
If you have $100 or more to spend on your airsoft handgun, take a look at a green gas blowback pistol or automatic electric pistol. If you have in-between $50 to $100 to shell out, review a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB pistol. You can still get a long lasting airsoft pistol by checking out lower end pistols and by shopping for used guns if you are trying to save money.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Handguns
Question: What is the best type of airsoft handgun?
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 dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What kind of airsoft gun is the Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE?
Answer: The Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a viable gun to use 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 airsoft. The Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE is a good sidearm for a lot of players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft gun rentable?
Answer: Lots of airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent AEGs like rifles or SMGs instead of handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Contact the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft pistol model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol 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. Try to find parts particular to the Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE.
Question: Are airsoft pistols 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 may apply to airsoft weapons like the Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE.
Question: What kind of airsoft BBs does this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun typically shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20g. Inspect the pistol’s product information for more information.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Elite Force HK Heckler & Koch HK45 GBB Blowback 6mm BB Pistol Airsoft Gun, FDE. Handgun range depends on 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 concern when using airsoft pistols. Participants need to constantly use goggles covering their eyes and protective face masks. The weapon must be used safely with guidance for training in appropriate 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 fire real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not shoot real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy gun.
