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Airsoft Core |
By KOFT
Published: December 6, 2003
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Intro:
This review could be taken a few ways. I could review, as if you had never touched an AEG before, although that would be long and drawn out. Or I could review it as if you had already seen and used the TM Mp5 series, although that would exclude a lot of people. For the purposes of this review, it will be somewhere in the middle.
Appearance:
First off, it seems that people either love it or hate it as far as Mp5s go. I’ve seen people who truly bond with this gun at first sight, while others swear by the A4 or A5. Of course, that’s subjective, whether it looks good or not is up to you.
Externally there are a number of metal parts on the RAS. The attachment point of the stock (which is not similar to the Mp5k PDW’s stock) is made of metal. As is the scope mount (unfortunately the red dot scope seems to be made mainly of plastic however. I’ve even heard that the lenses are actually also made of plastic, but have yet to confirm that). The fire selector, magazine release, cocking handle, rear and front sights, trigger, sling swivels, and the whole RAS system is all made of metal.
The AEG is a lot better weighted that the TM Mp5a4 or a5s, which are extremely light, around four pounds. The RAS can claim almost two pounds over either of those.
The fire select seems sturdy enough, although there is a slight gap between the spacing of the semi-auto select and full-auto, that is because of the lack of the burst function.
It has a threaded muzzle for the attachment of suppressors or other flash hiders.
Stock:
The stock, as I said before, is different than the PDW stock, although fairly similar in appearance. It is made entirely of plastic, though it is very sturdy. There is no rubber on the end of it. To fold the stock you must physically lift the stock upwards and away from the rest of the AEG. Then, while the stock is still lifted up, swing it over to the right hand side of the gun. Under spring pressure it will secure itself. Its not as easy to deploy as say the G36c or Sig 552 stock, however, how often do you need to fold or unfold the stock during the middle of a firefight?
Overall, the stock works, no real problems with it.
RAS:
The RAS is well done. It is made entirely of metal with two rail guards on it which come off easily. (Press the metal part at the end of the guard down, then slide it off). The RAS also comes with a vertical fore grip which can attach on either of the three rails (although it makes the most sense on the bottom..) Lights, lasers, or anything else can be attached to these rails.<
Removing the rails (and getting to the battery storage area) is a simple matter of popping out a small pin by the front sight. You can easily do this with your fingers. Once that is done, the rails can be pulled down and off the gun.
To put the battery in, connect it to the mini-connector and place it in the RAS, then attach the RAS to the gun and reinsert the pin. Battery changes are easy, and a mini fits with much room to spare.
The hop up unit, like the other Mp5s, is to the end of the cocking handle, near the receiver of the gun. It is a small lever. To increase the amount of hop up on the bb, turn it to the right, to decrease, turn it to the left.
Overall the RAS and battery system are well done, its made sturdy, easily accessible, and utilitarian.
Sights:
The RAS has the normal H&K diopter sights with four different apertures. As well as an included red dot sight.
Red dot:
The red dot scope is a useable, replica Aimpoint Comp C scope, however in my opinion is a bit poorly designed. First off, the whole casing is made of plastic (and the “ring” that attaches the scope to the mount is also made of plastic..)
The red dot takes two small watch batteries, which are not included, (the easily available kind. I don’t know their name, cheap laser pointers take the same batteries). They are inserted into what is also the battery compartment on the real scope (which takes a 3v lithium battery I believe).
The scope is activated by turning the other knob on the other side of the battery holder. There is a marking for 0, 1, 2, and 3 for different power settings. 3 being the highest, 0 being off.
Unfortunately, as I said, the scope does have a few short comings. Although it offers clear and adequate (at least for airsoft) vision, the scope is both mounted too low to be able to use the iron sights through the red dot, and not high enough to be able to see the sights beneath the red dot.
Although this isn’t necessarily a big issue if you plan to use the red dot the whole time.
The red dot is adjusted via the adjusting wheels on the top and side of the red dot scope. They are clearly marked DN/UP and L/R.
The red dot is removable, so the attachment of other scopes is entire possible.
Overall, the scope is useable, although I’d consider buying a different one because of the plastic casing, only three power modes, and general position of the scope in relation to the sights.
Function:
So how does it function?
Well, like any other stock TM AEG, it fires around 270-290 fps with a respectable rate of fire with a 8.4v 1000mah NIMH mini battery. The gun is accurate out to around 115 feet in indoors, no wind conditions. Although its outdoor max useable range is probably around 70 or 80 feet.
The AEG doesn’t have as much feedback as say the Mp5a4 (which seemingly has a lot of feedback, most likely because of its low weight). It is noticeable if you are looking for it, unlike most TM M16 series AEGs.
Conclusion:
Over all, the AEG is a great idea, and generally a great price. If used only for CQB, it is a very formidable weapon right out of the box. Many aftermarket accessories can be placed on it because of the scope mount and the rail system. A truly modular weapon system, and a great buy for its price.
Any questions? E-Mail me at kingoffoolstony@hotmail.com. And yes, this specific RAS, fired for testing purposes only, is also currently for sale =)
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