SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol

Description

Airsoft Pistol Product Details

SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol

Airsoft Pistol Product Features

This is a solid airsoft pistol with a blowback system
The pistol is in a matt black color
The operation of this airsoft pistol is excellent
FPS – 310 ” 350 | POWER TYPE ” GAS | ROUNDS ” 30+1 | HOP-UP ” YES | TOP SLIDE ” METAL | FRAME ” METAL | GRIP ” ABS |
SYSTEM ” GBB BLOWBACK | 1:1 SCALE ” YES | RECOMMENDED AMMO – 0.20G to 0.32G Bulldog BB

Airsoft Handgun Style Information

Learn about airsoft pistols and handguns and how you can use them as extra weapons or as primary weapons on the airsoft playing field. Numerous airsoft pistols are completely manufacturer licensed versions of their actual handgun equivalents and run and look in the same ways while shooting airsoft BBs rather than real bullets.

There are several varieties of airsoft pistols such as CO2, green gas or propane (blowback and non-blowback), spring powered, and AEG automatic electric gun handguns. Each of these varieties of pistols come with negatives and positives associated with them. Learning more about the varieties of airsoft pistols allows you to figure out which type is right for you and your airsoft gameplay style.

Details About CO2 Airsoft Sidearms

CO2 airsoft sidearms are one of the most heavy-duty and popular varieties of handguns. They are all-season, all-weather handguns and work well in a lot of kinds of weather and environments. These handguns use high pressure CO2 gas to move airsoft BBs out of the pistol barrel. The CO2 cartridge is generally kept in the gun’s mag inside the handle.

These types of airsoft pistols are good choices for playing in cooler weather conditions since the pressurized CO2 gas is less sensitive to performance variations by low temperatures. This fact offers excellent FPS and shot consistency while playing airsoft in the winter months for example where other styles of airsoft guns like green gas cease to work or barely fire pellets.

About CO2 Gas and CO2 Cylinders

CO2 airsoft sidearms are powered by basic 12 gram CO2 cartridges. These cartridges look like a metal cylinder and hold high pressured CO2 gas consisting of 1 carbon atom and a pair of oxygen atoms, hence the molecular formula is “C + O2 “. These atoms are bound in the following alignment “O= C =O”. The gas is held in the 12 gram cartridges under very high pressure of near ~ 800psi that correlates to 55bar.

The CO2 gas cartridge cylinders are not refillable and you can usually buy them in packs of 12, 20, 50, or 100 12 gram CO2 cartridges. They come sealed to retain the CO2 gas safely and securely inside, but when they are opened (shooting them in an airsoft handgun breaks the cartridge seal) cartridges will begin to lose pressure if they are not expended. You ought to attempt to deplete the entire CO2 cartridge the very same day you open the seal. Use the chance to do some handgun target practice and use up the rest of the extra 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 firing BBs.

CO2 cartridges can be stored for a longtime if they are stored sealed. They come with the supplier’s use by date typically marked on the box or cartridge, however, they will stay pressurized for a long period past this date if the cartridge seals are not broken.

Green Gas Airsoft Pistol Details

Green gas airsoft handguns resemble CO2 guns, however they do not use CO2 cartridges. Rather, they use green gas or propane for propellant to shoot the airsoft pellets. The operational impact on gameplay and green gas pistol efficiency is virtually the same as CO2 pistols with the guns shooting up to about 300+ feet per second (FPS). Shots are efficiently fired in automatic or semi-automatic shooting modes and accurate at short to mid-range proximities.

The green gas is stored in the handgun’s mag and can commonly hold roughly 15 to 20+ 6mm BBs depending on the gun design. A sequence of valves, rubberized gaskets, and seals keep the gas pressurized in the pistol magazine till the pistol’s trigger is squeezed. It is a good idea to top off and fill up the propane supply in the mag each time you load it into the handgun. Pistol-wielding players can also take extra bottles of propane in the field for reloading between lulls in the fight or in-between gameplay.

When carrying a green gas pistol on the airsoft field as a secondary or primary weapon, bringing additional magazines is highly recommended for rapidly reloading and getting back into the game. Having extra mags allows you to re-engage in the action throughout firefights or while sweeping structures in CQB (close quarters combat) room-to-room fights.

Green gas pistols are optimal for CQB at airsoft fields because rifles, long guns, and full-sized AEGs are usually not allowed to be used for indoor game play. This is an essential safety standard because of the close range distance of gamers during the shooting engagements and potential for players to get hurt. While green gas pistols still shoot airsoft BBs at about 300 FPS, the short handgun barrel assists to keep the joules and energy launching the BB at a decreased level compared to AEGs, airsoft rifles, sniper rifles, and other long guns.

Thinking About Green Gas Blowback (GBB) VS Green Gas Non-blowback

There are 2 different types of green gas airsoft pistols. To begin with there are green gas blowback pistols or GBBs. These pistols function like a legitimate handgun with the slide “blowing back” and cycling with every shot. The propane gas triggers the slide to cycle every time when a fresh airsoft BB is chambered. The result is extremely cool, but the guns usually cost more and potentially have more parts to break. The green gas non-blowback airsoft pistols use a fixed slide which does not move. The non-blowback handguns commonly cost less than GBBs. Performance is about the same between the two types of green gas handguns.

About GBB and Green Gas Limitations

Because the green gas or propane gas is housed in the handgun mag by rubber o-rings, seals, and gaskets, cold temperatures can impact these gaskets and cause the stored gas to leak out prior to shooting the handgun. The lack of pressure can cause the airsoft BBs to only shoot a few feet away (like 10 feet in cold temps ) when the gun would typically shoot BBs over 100+ feet in warmer weather conditions).

One fix to this problem is to keep the GBB pistol magazines warmer by holding them next to your body prior to the airsoft game play starts. If you truly want to play with a trustworthy airsoft handgun in the cold, it may additionally be worth getting a CO2 style of your favorite pistol.

Spring Airsoft Sidearm Details

Spring airsoft pistols are powered by strong springs that propel the BBs out of the pistol barrel. The manual functions of cocking, shooting, and reloading spring pistols makes the fire rate much slower than CO2 and GBB guns.

Spring sidearms perform most effectively in springer battles where game players can just use comparable, single shot spring handguns or as a transition weapon for CQB buildings when you can often sneak up to other airsoft participants to get a guaranteed one-shot-one-kill. In the latter scenario, a quick second follow-up shot will not be required since the other opponent is now hit by the first shot and out of the game or heading back to respawn. When engaging many different enemies given that the weapon simply shoots as quick as you can re-chamber an airsoft BB manually, be cautious.

About Spring Pistol Efficiency

Spring guns are remarkably useful under the proper conditions during airsoft games. Their FPS generally chronos at around 250 FPS to 300 FPS with lighter 0.12 gram airsoft BBs. These handguns generally fire the lighter weight airsoft BBs since the springs are less powerful than other types of airsoft guns like rifles. Spring handguns can normally shoot up to 120 feet or more with 0.12 gram BBs however the ability to engage targets accurately is reduced quickly. Shooting normal 0.20g weight airsoft BBs, you will very likely have a shooting distance of about 60 to 80 feet or less with enhanced target accuracy.

Info on AEG Automatic Electric Airsoft Sidearms

AEG airsoft handguns or AEPs (automatic electric pistols) are definitely a viable option to use as a sidearm on the airsoft field. These automatic electric handguns are typically powered by mini stick batteries in the weapon’s grip. They function similar to an AEG gun and use pressured air pumped through electrically cycled pistons and cylinders to shoot airsoft BBs out of the barrel and rapidly.

AEG pistol mags generally carry about 20 to 30 airsoft BBs. The handguns can shoot airsoft BBs up to around 300 FPS with 0.12 gram airsoft BBs or 200 to 250 FPS using 0.20g airsoft BBs.

AEG Handgun Quality and Performance

AEG pistol quality has grown considerably in recent years. The early generation AEP guns were a bit questionable and undependable, however the latest versions have the bugs resolved and make effective airsoft backup guns. They can be improved with maximized magazine storage capacities and also accommodating bigger batteries.

A large advantage of buying an AEG handgun is that you have the ability to rewire the wires to use an enhanced battery with longer life. Based on the AEG pistol version, you may be able to gain a big jump in functionality using a 2 cell Lipo battery (2S Lipo) instead of the stock battery. Take extra precautions when modifying the elements and wires because you have to consider the volts, mAh, and electrical loads of the batteries. Ask an experienced airsoft gun service technician at your local airsoft store or shop if you have modding issues.

Which Airsoft Sidearm is Best for Me to Play with?

If you have more than one-hundred dollars to spend on your airsoft pistol, you may want to consider a GBB pistol or AEG pistol. If you have around $50 to $100 to upgrade your gun, review a CO2 handgun or less expensive GBB handgun. You can still get a durable airsoft handgun by checking out lower end pistols and by shopping for used guns if you are on a budget.

Airsoft Handgun Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: What is the most popular type of airsoft handgun?
Answer: The best pistols are often a matter of a player’s preference. CO2 and green gas airsoft sidearms usually are the most durable and dependable. Learn about the different types of airsoft pistols.

Question: What type of airsoft weapon is the SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol?
Answer: The SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol is an airsoft pistol.

Question: Is this airsoft pistol good for first time players?
Answer: This airsoft pistol can be a viable choice for first time airsoft players. It depends on the player’s gun budget, their experience using handguns, and how much they believe they will play in the future. The SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol is a decent sidearm for most players to play airsoft with.

Question: Is this airsoft handgun rentable?
Answer: Many airsoft fields rent weapons. You will find most fields rent automatic electric guns like SMG or rifles instead of pistols or handguns. Therefore, finding this specific pistol model to rent will probably be more challenging. Check with the airsoft field near you to see if they rent the specific pistol model.

Question: Can this airsoft handgun be upgraded?
Answer: Possibly, this depends on the airsoft gun type and build. It may be able to accept upgrades in some cases. Look for parts specific to the SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol.

Question: Are airsoft pistols legal in my state?
Answer: Possibly depending upon where you live. Check your local gun 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 stricter laws and requirements which might apply to airsoft guns like the SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol.

Question: What type of airsoft BBs does this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: This airsoft handgun generally shoots basic 6mm airsoft BBs which are 0.12g or 0.20 gram. Inspect the pistol’s product info to find out more about the BBs you should use.

Question: How far can this airsoft handgun shoot?
Answer: The majority of airsoft handguns can shoot around 80 to 120 feet or more. This may include the SRC HI-CAPA 5.1 Gas Airsoft Pistol. Gun accuracy and 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 handgun safety?
Answer: Safety is a top priority when using airsoft handguns. Airsoft players need to constantly use eye and face protection. The weapon needs to be used safely with guidance 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 ammunition?
Answer: No, this airsoft gun can not fire real bullets and can not be customized in any way to fire live ammo. It is a toy gun.