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Air Guns

What is airsoft weaponry?

Airsoft weaponry has long been a tool relied upon by military instructors and shooters simply staying in shape. It operates on compressed air, making it safer and accessible for training. At Flash Army, it's seen not as a toy, but as a real way to hone skills before serious tasks.

Main types of airsoft weaponry

An airsoft rifle provides stability and good performance at a distance, while an airsoft pistol is more suitable for practicing quick reactions. For those who want the softest shot and control, there's the Flobert pistol – compact and easy to use. During intense training, lightweight gear elements like military balaclavas come in handy, as they help maintain focus and comfort.

Where is airsoft weaponry used?

Airsoft often features in shooting courses, range sessions, and group interaction models. It allows for training accuracy, rhythm, and aiming without unnecessary risks. During scenario training, it's combined with protective elements, including gear like soft ballistic protection, to replicate real conditions.

What to consider when choosing?

Key parameters are important: power, caliber, cylinder type, magazine stability, and the presence of a pressure gauge. If you plan to shoot a lot, pay attention to compatibility with a compressor or pump. In field training, airsoft quickly reveals how comfortable the body, mechanics, and balance are, especially when complemented by quality military equipment.

Where to buy airsoft weaponry?

It's best to choose airsoft weaponry in specialized stores where they can explain the differences between models and components. Flash Army has everything – from airsoft rifles to pistols and Flobert pistols, making it easy to find a solution for training, the range, or a training course.

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Frequently asked questions about products in this category Air Guns

Pneumatic weapons are firearms in which the projectile is propelled not by gunpowder, but by compressed air or gas. Most often, these are air pistols, rifles, revolvers, and carbines for training, sports, or recreational use in a specially prepared location. In the regulatory documents of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, pneumatic weapons are described as pistols, revolvers, and rifles where the projectile is propelled by compressed gases.
Pneumatic weapons use not classic powder cartridges, but pellets or BBs of the appropriate caliber. The most common option is 4.5mm lead pellets; steel BBs and ammunition of other calibers for more powerful models are also found. Before purchasing, it is important to check the caliber, barrel type, and manufacturer's recommendations: unsuitable pellets can worsen accuracy or damage the mechanism.
Pneumatic weapons include spring-piston, CO2, pneumatic, multi-pump, and pre-charged types. In terms of format, these can be pistols, revolvers, rifles, and carbines. Spring-piston models are simpler in design and use, and do not require CO2 cartridges. CO2 models are convenient for short series of shots, while pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) airguns are usually more expensive but provide a more stable shot and higher level of accuracy.
For low-power airguns up to 4.5 mm caliber, a separate permit is usually not required, but the characteristics of a specific model should still be checked before purchase. According to the current Ministry of Internal Affairs Instruction, air weapons include pistols, revolvers, and rifles with a caliber exceeding 4.5 mm and a bullet velocity exceeding 100 m/s. If a model falls outside these limits, the issue of permits and registration must be clarified separately based on documents and current Ministry of Internal Affairs regulations.
Pneumatic weapons are chosen by purpose, caliber, mechanism type, initial bullet velocity, weight, length, materials, and the comfort of the stock or grip. For training and basic practice, a simpler 4.5mm caliber model is often sufficient. For more accurate shooting, the barrel, sighting devices, trigger, balance, and shot stability are important. Before purchasing, it is necessary to verify the legal parameters of the model, rather than focusing solely on appearance.
Pneumatic weapons use steel, aluminum alloys, polymers, wood, rubber, and composite materials. Metal is needed for the barrel, critical nodes, and mechanisms, while polymers are often used in stocks, forends, and grips. For example, some rifles specify a synthetic forend, plastic stock, rubber butt pad, or steel mechanism elements in their description. For selection, it is important to look not only at the body material but also at the quality of the barrel, mounts, trigger, and sight.
With air guns, use pellets, magazines, CO₂ cartridges, pumps, high-pressure compressors, cases, hard cases, targets, protective glasses, optical or red-dot sights. For pre-charged pneumatic models, air-filling equipment is important; for gas-powered models, compatible cartridges are essential. Eye protection should not be ignored even during training, as ricochets from hard surfaces can be dangerous.
In Ukraine, Artemis, SPA, Beeman, Crosman, Gamo, Hatsan, Umarex, ASG, Diana, and other air gun brands are common. Artemis and SPA are often found in the more affordable segment of rifles and carbines, Gamo and Hatsan are well-known among air rifle shooters, while Umarex and ASG are often associated with pistols, replicas, and training models. The brand is important, but the specific model must still match the shooter's caliber, power, mechanism, and tasks.
Pneumatic weapons in Ukraine cost approximately from UAH 350, considering basic items in the category. Full-fledged air rifles, carbines, pistols, and kits with scopes cost more, as the price is influenced by the brand, mechanism type, caliber, materials, initial bullet velocity, package contents, and availability of additional equipment.
When choosing airguns at Flash Army, it's important to consider parameters, not just appearance. For training purposes, a simpler model with a common caliber is sufficient. For precision work, it's better to look at the barrel, stock, balance, sight, and shot stability. Before purchasing, you need to check the model's specifications, compatible ammunition, accessories, and permit requirements if the airgun has a larger caliber or power.