Description
Airsoft Pistol Product Details
Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol
Airsoft Pistol Product Features
This is a Spring Airsoft Pistol, which means it’s powered by a spring and must be cocked for each shot. It’s fast, clean, inexpensive and easily maintained; it requires no gas or batteries to operate. Also, Spring Airsoft Guns are the toughest, most durable of all Airsoft Guns, because they’re made with few breakable pieces. If you’re looking for a fun, reliable Airsoft Pistol that’ll look great and perform even better, you’ve come to the right place. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase this Airsoft gun.
Information About the Varieties of Airsoft Pistols
Learn about airsoft handguns and sidearms and how you can use them as secondary weapons or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Numerous airsoft handguns are completely manufactured versions of their genuine firearm equivalents and function and look in the same ways while shooting airsoft BBs instead of authentic bullets.
There are several varieties of airsoft handguns such as CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun sidearms. Each of these kinds of pistols has benefits and differences related to them. Finding out about the varieties of airsoft handguns helps you make a decision on which type is right for you and your airsoft play style.
CO2 Airsoft Pistols
CO2 airsoft guns are one of the most popular and resilient types of sidearms. These handguns use CO2 stored in small cylinders to push airsoft BBs out of the handgun barrel.
These forms of airsoft handguns are great choices for playing airsoft in cooler temperatures given that the compressed CO2 gas is stored in the sealed cylinders and less susceptible to performance variations caused by low temperatures. This fact provides good FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for instance where other types of airsoft sidearms like green gas stuffer from low performance or hardly fire airsoft BBs.
Information About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders
CO2 airsoft handguns are powered by conventional 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges resemble a shiny metallic cylinder and contain high pressured CO2 gas comprised of just one carbon atom and a couple of oxygen atoms hence the molecular formula is “C + O2”.
The cartridges come sealed to keep the CO2 gas securely inside, however once they are opened (firing them inside of an airsoft handgun breaks the 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 handgun target practice and use up the rest of the extra gas.
If they are kept sealed, CO2 cartridges have a long storage life. They are made with a supplier’s expiration date normally listed on the package or cartridge cylinder, but they may stay pressurized for a prolonged period past this date if the cartridge seal is not punctured.
Details About Green Gas Airsoft Handguns
Green gas airsoft pistols function similarly to CO2 guns, but they do not use CO2 cartridges. Instead, they use green gas or propane gas for propellant to propel 6mm airsoft BBs. The impact on airsoft games and green gas handgun operation is practically the same as CO2 pistols with the weapons shooting up to 300+ feet per second. Shots are rapidly fired in semi-automatic or fully-automatic shooting modes and accurate at shorter to mid-range ranges.
The propane gas is kept in the handgun’s mag which can usually hold in-between 15 to 20+ BBs depending on the pistol style. A series of valves, rubber gaskets, and seals keep the gas stored in the magazine till the pistol’s trigger is squeezed.
When running a green gas handgun on the airsoft field as a main or backup gun, extra pistol mags are advised for rapidly reloading and engaging opponents. Having additional mags on-hand helps you re-engage in the action in the course of firefights or while clearing structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fighting.
Green gas handguns are suitable for CQB at airsoft fields given that rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are generally not allowed to be used during indoor game play. This is a safety guideline because of the close quarters distance of airsoft players during the shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas handguns still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the shorter handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy launching the BB lower compared to AEGs, sniper rifles, and long guns.
Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback
There are two various styles of green gas airsoft pistols. First there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These handguns operate like an actual pistol with the pistol slide “blowing back” and moving with every shot. The propane gas induces the slide to cycle every time when a brand-new airsoft BB is loaded into the chamber. This functionality is very cool, however the handguns typically are more expensive and likely have more parts to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft handguns have a fixed slide which does not cycle. The non-blowback pistols normally cost less than GBBs. Performance is around the same between the two kinds of green gas handguns.
About GBB and Green Gas Issues
While green gas generally functions extremely well on the airsoft field, it does have limitations. When green gas and GBB guns are used throughout the winter in the snow or in cold weather conditions (such as under 32 degrees F). Considering that the green gas or propane is held in the magazine using rubber seals, o-rings, and gaskets, low temperatures can negatively impact these seals and trigger the stored gas to escape before shooting airsoft BBs. The decrease in pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to just shoot several feet (like 10 feet in the cold ) when the gun would typically shoot airsoft BBs over 100+ foot distances in warmer weather conditions).
One fix for this problem is to try to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by positioning them inside your jacket next to your body prior to game play. This can help to warm the rubber gaskets and better seal in the green gas. It can also be worth buying a CO2 variation of your favorite pistol if you truly need to play with a dependable airsoft pistol in the cold. The CO2 cylinders come sealed and perform better in sub-freezing temperatures and while playing in the snow.
Details About Spring Airsoft Sidearms
Spring airsoft handguns are powered by strong springs with irregular pitches that launch the airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel. They are generally one shot. The manual functions of shooting, cocking, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB handguns. This makes spring airsoft pistols fun to use, yet they can be less successful when running into adversaries on the airsoft field with upgraded airsoft guns like auto airsoft AEG SMGs and CO2, green gas, or GBB airsoft pistols.
Spring sidearms perform best in springer battles where airsoft players can just use related, single shot spring weapons or as an alternative weapon for CQB environments when you can frequently quietly sneak up on other airsoft participants to get an assured one-shot-one-kill. In the latter circumstance, a rapid second followup shot will not be called for because the other player is already struck and out of the game or moving back to respawn. When engaging a number of foes since the gun only shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be cautious.
About Spring Pistol Efficiency
Spring pistols are remarkably useful under the correct conditions during games. Spring pistols can usually shoot accurately up to 120 feet or farther with 0.12 gram BBs but precision reduces quickly.
Facts About AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Pistols
AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely an option to use 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 work much like an AEG rifle and use compressed air with electrically cycled gearboxes and cylinders to propel airsoft BBs quickly and very rapidly at that.
AEG pistol mags typically can hold around 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The pistols can fire airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS with 0.12g airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20 gram airsoft BBs.
AEG Pistol Quality and Efficiency
AEG pistol quality has actually increased significantly in recent years. The earliest gen AEP guns were a little bit undependable and sketchy, but the new designs have most of the deficiencies resolved and make effective airsoft secondary weapons. They can be upgraded with enhanced mag capacities and by accommodating bigger batteries.
A big benefit of carrying an AEG pistol is that you have the power to rewire the battery connectors to use a larger battery. Depending on the AEG handgun style, you can gain a big output in functionality by adopting a 2 cell Lipo battery (like an 2S Lipo) as a replacement for the stock mini battery.
Which Airsoft Handgun is Right for Me?
If you have over one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft pistol, you may want to consider a GBB pistol or AEG handgun. If you have in-between $50 to $100 to spend, evaluate a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB handgun. You can still find a durable airsoft pistol by checking out cheaper pistols and by trading with other players in the used gun market if you need to save money.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sidearms
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 pistols 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 Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol?
Answer: The Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol is an airsoft pistol.
Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time airsoft players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be an ok gun to use for first time airsoft players. It depends on how much the player has to spend on an airsoft pistol, their experience using handguns, and how much they think they will play in the future. The Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol is a decent sidearm for many players to use on the airsoft field.
Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent guns. You will find most fields rent automatic electric AEGs like SMG or rifles instead of handguns or pistols. Therefore, finding this specific handgun model to rent will most likely be more challenging. Check with your closest airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific airsoft handgun model.
Question: Can this airsoft pistol be upgraded?
Answer: Potentially, this airsoft pistol may be able to accept upgrades depending on the gun type. Look for parts specific to the Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol.
Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Examine 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 stricter laws and requirements which may apply to airsoft guns like the Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol.
Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft pistol generally shoots standard 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12 gram or 0.20 gram. Inspect the pistol’s info for more information.
Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: Many airsoft pistols can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the Spring HFC HA-118EL Black FPS-250 Airsoft Pistol. Gun range and precision depends upon the shooter’s skills, shooting conditions, weather, wind, terrain, and other factors.
Question: What do I need to understand for airsoft pistol safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft weapons. Airsoft players need to constantly use safety goggles and face masks. The weapon needs to be used safely with supervision 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 handgun fire real ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft handgun can not shoot real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live bullets. It is a toy weapon.
