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MP003A airsoft shotgunMP003A airsoft shotgun
AGM MP003A airsoft shotgun
Sale price$31.00
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CYMA Shotgun Replica | CM350
Sale price$52.00
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CYMA Long Shotgun | CM350
Sale price$62.00
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Sale price$123.00
Airsoft Shotgun full metal | CM350LMAirsoft Shotgun full metal | CM350LM
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CYMA Airsoft Shotgun CM351
Sale price$54.00
Airsoft Shotgun (Cyma CM370)Airsoft Shotgun (Cyma CM370)
M870 Shotgun (Wood)M870 Shotgun (Wood)
Tokyo Marui M870 Shotgun (Wood)
Sale price$354.00
Shotgun M870 CM355M
CYMA Shotgun M870 CM355M
Sale price$110.00
Shorty Shotgun (8881)Shorty Shotgun (8881)
Shotgun | CM353Shotgun | CM353
CYMA Shotgun | CM353
Sale price$64.00
CM351M Shotgun (Metal Version)CM351M Shotgun (Metal Version)
CM352 Shotgun ReplicaCM352 Shotgun by CYMA on Airsoft Mania Europe
CYMA CM352 Shotgun
Sale price$77.00
Shorty Shotgun (8876)Shorty Shotgun (8876)
Franchi SAS 12 shotgun replicaFranchi SAS 12 Shotgun by ASG on Airsoft Mania Europe
ASG Franchi SAS 12 Shotgun
Sale price$57.00
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DBOY M1894 sawed off - CO2
Sale price$278.00
Shotgun M870 CM352M (metal)Shotgun M870 CM352M (metal)
CM360L Airsoft Pump ShotgunCM360L Airsoft Pump Shotgun
SXR-8870 Spring Action ShotgunSXR-8870 Spring Action Shotgun
CM363 Shotgun ReplicaCM363 Shotgun Replica
CYMA CM363 Shotgun Replica
Sale price$73.00
CM360 Shotgun ReplicaCM360 Shotgun Replica
CYMA CM360 Shotgun Replica
Sale price$67.00
Shotgun Replica (8871)Shotgun Replica (8871)
CQB Short Shotgun, gas (8879)CQB Short Shotgun, gas (8879)
CM363LM Shotgun (Metal Version)CM363LM Shotgun (Metal Version)
1873R Rifle Replica (Real Wood) - black1873 Rifle Replica (Real Wood) - black by A&K on Airsoft Mania Europe
Lever Action Shotgun AT8703 | BlackLever Action Shotgun AT8703 | Black

Airsoft Shotguns FAQ

Airsoft shotgun shells come in two main types: single-shot shells and multi-shot shells. They both function a little differently:

Single-shot Shells:

These are the simpler design and often more affordable. Here's how they work:

  1. Filling the Shell: The shell has a reservoir that you fill with BBs. You typically load them by hand, pouring BBs into the opening on the shell's base. Some shells might have a removable cap for easier filling.
  2. Sealing and Cocking: Once filled, you close the shell (if applicable) and load it into the shotgun's chamber. Pumping the shotgun cocks the internal mechanism and seals the shell in place.
  3. Firing: When you pull the trigger, the compressed air from the shotgun propels the BBs out of the shell through the barrel.
  4. Ejecting the Shell: After firing, you typically pump the shotgun again to eject the empty shell, similar to a real shotgun.

Multi-shot Shells:

These shells hold more BBs and allow you to fire multiple times before reloading. Here's a breakdown of their operation:

  1. Filling the Shell: Similar to single-shot shells, you fill a reservoir with BBs, often through a hole on the side or base.
  2. Internal Magazine: These shells have a built-in magazine that feeds the BBs into the firing mechanism.
  3. Cocking and Feeding: Pumping the shotgun cocks the internal mechanism and advances a BB from the magazine into the firing chamber within the shell.
  4. Firing: Pulling the trigger releases the compressed air, propelling the BB out of the barrel.
  5. Repeating Shots: With each pump of the shotgun, a new BB is fed from the magazine until all the BBs in the shell are depleted.
  6. Reloading: Once empty, you eject the shell and replace it with a fresh one containing another batch of BBs.

Airsoft shotguns, just like their real-steel counterparts, come in various designs, but they all share some basic functionality. Here's a breakdown of how they work:

Mechanics:

  • Pump-Action: Most airsoft shotguns are pump-action, meaning you pump the foregrip back and forth to cock the internal mechanism and load a BB. This replicates the action of a real pump-action shotgun.
  • Spring or Gas-powered: There are two main power sources for airsoft shotguns:
  • Hop-Up Unit: Many airsoft shotguns have an adjustable hop-up unit. This puts a spin on the BB as it leaves the barrel, increasing its range and accuracy.

Firing Process:

  1. Loading: Depending on the type of shotgun:
  2. Pumping: Pumping the foregrip back and forth compresses a spring (spring-powered) or pressurizes the gas chamber (gas-powered). This also cocks the internal mechanism and, for single-shot shells, loads a shell into the chamber.
  3. Pulling the Trigger: Squeezing the trigger releases the compressed spring or gas, propelling a BB out of the barrel.
  4. Repeating (Pump-Action): In pump-action shotguns, pumping again after firing either cocks the mechanism for another shot (spring) or re-pressurizes the gas chamber (gas) and prepares the next BB for firing (single or internal magazine).

Additional Points:

  • Shot Spread: Unlike real shotguns that fire a cluster of pellets, airsoft shotguns typically fire a single BB. However, some shotguns have wider barrels that allow the BB to wobble slightly, simulating a shot pattern at shorter distances.
  • Safety: Airsoft shotguns generally have safety features like triggers or fire selectors to prevent accidental discharge.
  • Realism vs. Performance: Gas-powered shotguns offer more realistic blowback and operation, while spring-powered shotguns are simpler and more affordable.

Yes, airsoft shotgun shells can be reused, depending on the type of shell:

Single-Shot Shells:

  • Reusable: These shells are designed to be reused multiple times.
  • Reloading: After firing, you simply refill them with BBs and load them back into the shotgun.
  • Simple Design: They are typically simple plastic shells with a reservoir for BBs.

Multi-Shot Shells:

  • Reusable Shell: The shell itself is reusable, lasting for many cycles.
  • Internal Magazine: These shells have a built-in magazine that holds the BBs.
  • Refilling the Magazine: Once the BBs in the magazine are depleted, you need to refill the magazine itself, not the entire shell. Refilling methods can vary depending on the shell design:
    - Side or Bottom Hatch: Some shells have a hatch on the side or bottom that allows you to access and refill the magazine.
    - Speedloaders: Some shells might be compatible with speedloaders**, which are tools that help you quickly load multiple BBs into the magazine.

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