How 'powerfull' are most airsoft guns? Feet Per Second

[Covert_US]

I know a lot of people do airsoft, and I see them with full tactical gear, helmets and all. So do yu actually need all that stuff, for protection? I only have a small airsoft pistol that shoots little yellow balls, but its doesnt shot very hard or far at all. How powerfull are these M16's I see on here? Harder than a paintball gun?

[flex]

My HK G36C/K by TM makes it up to 420 feet per second using 0.23g pellets.

Generally, the tactical gear is absolutely unnecessary, it is just for 'reality' purposes.

[Anthony91]

I'd say anywhere from 280-340fps (stock) are how powerful most guns are.

[ßå$tĮТHÏ¿ð]

I know a lot of people do airsoft, and I see them with full tactical gear, helmets and all. So do yu actually need all that stuff, for protection? I only have a small airsoft pistol that shoots little yellow balls, but its doesnt shot very hard or far at all. How powerfull are these M16's I see on here? Harder than a paintball gun?

No, airsoft does not carry the knetic energy of a paintball, but that doesnt mean it doesnt hurt when your not expecting it/shot up close. Most guns come "stock" around 275-300fps, while there is lots of parts on the aftermarket to help it shoot fasters/harder/farther is a trade off for reliablity.

As for gear, it is up to you. Some people just use a single "high capacity" mag, while others use "standard" spring fed magazines. The more you use the standard magazines, the more you are going to have to rely on a tac vest/belt system/dump pouch. If you are a newer player, that might break the budget, so its really about how much you want to get into it.

[yeatzee]

I'd say the stock average is 260 ish to 340 ish. As for upgraded i have no clue. I would venture to guess at around 350 ish all the way to around 420.

[Mouldingo]

Average are below 400 fps on a .2 g bb. Upwards to 620 fps if modified with spring of 150-160 and STU gears, strictly for sniping only.

[Bobbo_]

280 - 350.

Here in Norway (which is the worlds biggest country...or not) the general rule is 300 max indoor, 350 max outdoor (full auto) 450 for semi and 550 for bolt.

[Rudi]

When you play Airsoft you know what you risk...
The most gear is for posing and has absolutely no reason...

There are some powerful guns....for example the gas sniper....they shoot 2-3 Joule...but you won't find them often because they are expensive and only for "pro's".