http://marinesairsoft.crosman.com/armory/54004 I know it sais that it's 250fps, but i was wondering if you'v ever used one. Because I was thinking of buying one, and I don't want to buy a piece of crap.
A spring loaded airsoft gun with less than 300 fps doesn't sound too promising. I haven't played airsoft for a few years, though, so don't take my word for it.
I don't play Airsoft so my input may not be too on par. I play paintball and am using info from a friend who plays Airsoft to compare the two.
Generally speaking, FPS limits in Airsoft are significantly higher than those of paintball. Paintball markers are typically capped at 270-280 FPS firing a round that weighs ~2 grams. From my understanding, Airsoft rifles can (within rules) fire at 450 FPS with their ~0.12 - 0.28 gram BBs.
Considering the low 250 FPS of the product in question and the light weight of the round, I'd say you'd be lucky to hit the broad side of a barn with it. If you're playing outside in even a gentle breeze you will probably have a very, very frustrating day.
Also, in paintball and Airsoft both you're very much getting what you pay for. You're purchasing a $35 rifle. You can't expect to do much with it, honestly. My suggestion, if you plan on taking Airsoft seriously, make an investment for the long run so you don't have to buy another rifle later only to never use this one.
If you're looking for something to buy for professional playing, but something at least over 150$, over 350 fps and definately electric. Looking for something to screw around in your backyard? Well that depends, if it's close quarters, you don't want high fps because it hurts a ton. My gun shoots at 360-380 and from 5 feet I shot and left a puncture wound through the skin.
What are you going for? Professional? Layed back? backyard play?
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Generally speaking, FPS limits in Airsoft are significantly higher than those of paintball. Paintball markers are typically capped at 270-280 FPS firing a round that weighs ~2 grams. From my understanding, Airsoft rifles can (within rules) fire at 450 FPS with their ~0.12 - 0.28 gram BBs.
Considering the low 250 FPS of the product in question and the light weight of the round, I'd say you'd be lucky to hit the broad side of a barn with it. If you're playing outside in even a gentle breeze you will probably have a very, very frustrating day.
Also, in paintball and Airsoft both you're very much getting what you pay for. You're purchasing a $35 rifle. You can't expect to do much with it, honestly. My suggestion, if you plan on taking Airsoft seriously, make an investment for the long run so you don't have to buy another rifle later only to never use this one.
What are you going for? Professional? Layed back? backyard play?