Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol
The HFC-173 pistol replica is mostly made of aluminum and metal – alloy. The gun is equipped with an extraordinary “overlay” made of polymer. It gives a unique character, improves the grip and allows the assembly a laser or flashlight. It can be removed and after installing standard pistol grip (not included) use the gun in a classic form. This replica has been reproduced on a 1: 1 scale,GAS powered. Just like rial gun the slide moves with each shot. All internal elements were made of metal and light alloys. In addition, the Blow-back system gives the replica a sense of the reality of the slide mechanism. And the “auto” function is an additional advantage of this replica, which gives us a significant advantage over the opponent. The replica is equipped with an adjustable hop-up system.
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
The HFC HGA173 FULL METAL PISTOL.
The ” fully auto” function is an additional advantage of this replica, which gives us a significant advantage over the opponent.
The gun is equipped with an extraordinary “overlay” made of polymer
It gives a unique character, improves the grip and allows the assembly a laser or flashlight.
. In addition, the Blow-back system gives the replica a sense of the reality of the slide mechanism.
Airsoft Handgun Variety Details
Learn about airsoft pistols and sidearms and how you can use them as backup weapons or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Practicing your accuracy and getting the right handgun can be a game changer in the accuracy of your shots. Pistols, by nature, are diminished range airsoft guns. They are generally produced after firearm guns or reproductions of real pistols. A large number of airsoft handguns are completely certified versions of their real-world firearm counterparts. These airsoft guns can run in the same ways and appear similarly to the real guns they are designed after while firing airsoft BBs rather than authentic bullets.
There are a variety of airsoft handguns such as CO2, propane or green gas (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric pistols. Each of these types of handguns have benefits and differences associated with them. Learning about the kinds of airsoft sidearms helps you choose which type is right for you and your airsoft game play style.
CO2 Airsoft Sidearm Details
CO2 airsoft handguns are among the most sturdy and popular kinds of pistols. They are all season guns working well in lots of kinds of weather, temperatures, and climates. These sidearms use high pressure CO2 gas to push airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel. The CO2 cartridge is normally stored in the gun’s mag inside the handle.
These types of airsoft pistols are good for playing in cooler temperatures because the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to variation by low temperature. This gives CO2 airsoft handguns exceptional FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the cold weather for example where other kinds of airsoft pistols like green gas stop functioning or barely fire airsoft BBs.
About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cartridges
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by basic 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look like a shiny steel cylinder and contain high pressure CO2 gas consisting of one carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms, and so the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are bonded in the following sequence “O= C =O”. The gas is kept in the 12 gram cartridge cylinders under really high pressure of near ~ 800psi which converts to 55bar.
The CO2 gas cartridge 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 keep the CO2 gas securely inside, but the moment they are punctured (firing them in an airsoft weapon breaks the cartridge seal) they will start to lose pressure if they are not used up. You must try to run through the entire CO2 cartridge the exact same day you open the seal. Use the opportunity to do some pistol target practice and use up the rest of the additional gas if the airsoft matches end and you still have CO2 gas left. There is no gas level indicator on the cartridge so you have to shoot until the weapon stops cycling.
CO2 cartridges have a long storage life if the cylinders are stored sealed. They have a supplier’s use by date typically printed on the package or cartridge, however they will probably last for a long period past this date if the cartridge seal is not damaged.
Green Gas and Propane Airsoft Pistols
Green gas airsoft handguns are similar to CO2 handguns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. The operational impact on the battleground and green gas weapon efficiency is practically the very same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ FPS.
The green gas is stored in the handgun’s grip within the magazine and can typically hold roughly 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending upon the pistol style. A series of valves, rubberized gaskets, and seals keep the gas stored in the mag till the pistol’s trigger is pulled. It is a good habit to top off and fill up the green gas supply in the pistol mag each time you load it into the handgun. Pistol-wielding players can even bring supplemental bottles of green gas or propane in the field for reloading mags between breaks in the fight or between missions.
When using a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a main or secondary gun, additional handgun mags are strongly recommended for quickly reloading and engaging the op force. Having extra mags on-hand allows you to re engage in the action in the middle of firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room battles.
Green gas pistols are ideal for CQB at airsoft fields because long guns and full-sized AEGs are generally not enabled to be used during indoor gameplay. This is a safety regulation because of the close quarters proximity of gamers during the 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 aids to keep the joules and energy sending the BB at a decreased level compared to airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.
About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are 2 different kinds of green gas airsoft pistols. There are green gas blowback handguns or GBBs and non-blowback pistols. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns use a stationary slide which does not move.
About GBB and Green Gas Limitations
While green gas typically functions effectively on the airsoft field, it does have limits. For example, when they are played with in the winter airsoft games in the snow or in cold weather (like less than 32 degrees F). Considering that the green gas or propane gas is kept in the pistol mag using silicone seals, o-rings, and gaskets, cold weather can impair the seals and make the gas to leak out prior to shooting airsoft BBs. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to merely shoot several feet (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the gun would normally shoot BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer temps).
One solution to this problem is to try to keep the GBB handgun magazines warmer by holding them next to a heat source or by your body prior to airsoft game play. This can help to warm up the seals, gaskets, and valves and help to seal in the green gas. If you really prefer to use a trustworthy airsoft pistol in the cold, it can also be better to check out a CO2 version of your preferred pistol. 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 pistols are powered by powerful springs with irregular pitches that propel the BBs out of the gun barrel. The manual action of cocking, reloading, and firing spring handguns makes the fire rate much slower than CO2, green gas, and GBB guns.
Spring sidearms perform most effectively in springer battles where opponents can only use comparable, single shot spring weapons or as a transition weapon for CQB environments when you can usually quietly sneak up on other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a fast second follow-up shot will not be really needed given that the other person is now hit by the first shot and out of the game or heading back to respawn. Beware when engaging several adversaries given that the spring weapon only shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually.
About Spring Handgun Effectiveness
Spring guns are remarkably effective under the most ideal game conditions. Spring pistols can often shoot accurately up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12 gram BBs however precision decreases quickly.
AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft sidearms or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are also a good choice to use as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are often powered by mini stick batteries in the pistol’s butt. They operate similar to an AEG rifle and use pressured air forced through electrically cycled gearboxes and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG handgun mags normally can carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can shoot airsoft BBs right up to about 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20g airsoft BBs. The electrical gearbox system can shoot around 700+ 6mm BBs per minute which is estimated if you have enough spare magazines to maintain the ammo supply and the battery holds out that long. These handguns can effectively fire airsoft BBs at about 150 foot ranges.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has grown significantly in recent years. The earliest generation guns were a little bit sketchy and undependable, but the new versions have the deficiencies worked out and make efficient airsoft secondary weapons. They can be further upgraded with maximized mag capacities together with accommodating bigger batteries.
A substantial advantage of using an AEG handgun is that you have the power to rewire the battery connections to use a more substantial battery. Depending on the AEG handgun design, you can gain a substantial jump in efficiency by using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) as a replacement for the stock battery.
What Airsoft Sidearm is Right for Me?
If you have $100 or more to spend on your airsoft pistol, evaluate a green gas blowback handgun or automatic electric pistol. If you have between fifty to one-hundred dollars to upgrade your gun, look at a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB pistol. If you have less than fifty dollars, you can still get a durable airsoft pistol to use for the handgun games by checking out lower end pistols and by trading with players on the used airsoft gun market.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airsoft Handguns
Question: What is the most popular 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 durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.
Question: What type of airsoft gun is the HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol?
Answer: The HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol may be an ok 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 HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol is a good sidearm for most players to play airsoft with.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like rifles or SMGs instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to use as a rental airsoft gun will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific gun model.
Question: Can this airsoft handgun be enhanced with modifications?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft gun may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Search for parts particular to the HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol.
Question: Are airsoft weapons legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending on where you live. Examine 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 HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft gun normally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Check out the handgun’s product info for more information.
Question: How far can this airsoft pistol shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the HFC Full Metal HGA173 Fully Automatic Gas Airsoft Pistol. Weapon precision depends upon the player’s shooting ability, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top concern when using airsoft handguns. Airsoft players need to always use goggles covering their eyes 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 gun shoot real bullets?
Answer: No, this airsoft weapon can not fire real ammunition and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy handgun.
