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What does hop up mean on BB guns?
Hop-up is the backspin put on airsoft pellets and BBs to increase their range via the Magnus effect.
What’s the difference between airsoft BB’s?
One of the primary differences between BB guns and Airsoft guns is the type of ammunition they fire. BB guns fire small metal or lead BBs which make them potentially deadly depending on the strength of the gun. On the other hand, Airsoft guns fire a plastic projectile making them far safer for recreational use.
Is a Hi Capa a 1911?
A “Hi-capa” in Airsoft terms refers to high capacity 1911 or 2011 style pistols. Hi-capa replicas have a wider grip than standard 1911s to house a high capacity “double stack” style magazine.
What is a bucking in airsoft?
The bucking is a piece of rubber found inside the hopup chamber of an airsoft gun. Airsoft guns equipped with hopup can achieve much further range than an airsoft gun that does not have hopup. This is because of the backspin that the bucking/hopup chamber puts on the BB as it is fired and exits the barrel.
What is a nub in airsoft?
Hop-up Nub is what presses on the bucking to allow for backspin. This part is very important too, as it allows for compression when a bb passes through. If it were to be made out of plastic, or other hard surface, the bbs would not be able to get through as easily and it would wear the bucking quickly.
What does hop up rubber do?
Hop-up Rubber – This is a rubber bucket which is inserted on the end of barrel. It serves 3 purposes: Holds the hop up unit together with the barrel. Provides hop on the BB by contacting it through the bulge inside.
What is an RHOP patch?
An R-Hop is a small patch of rubber that sits in the cut-out window of the inner barrel. It slightly protrudes into the barrel in order to apply friction to the BB when it passes. This causes backspin. It differs from a regular hop system because it almost completely matches the profile of the barrel.
What is bucking in airsoft?