FC-103 Carbine Replica
A series of American rifle replicas by ForceCore Industries has hit in numbers the popular on airsoft market “M type replicas under 1000 PLN” section and can courageously compete with other manufacturers. Characteristic features of ForceCore replicas are the solid craftsmanship of the exterior, almost 100% “full metal” construction, efficient and stable stock performance as well as a wide array of interesting and original models.
The quality of craftsmanship allows us to compare ForceCore products without any second thoughts with pricier products from well-known brands. Specific elements of the replica, such as both parts of the body and handguard were fitted together exceptionally well and it is difficult to pinpoint any loose spots. In addition, the body features effective, laser engraved manufacturer markings with a characteristic “frog” of Navy Seal Team.
Parts made from a durable alloy of zinc and aluminum include, among others, the entire body with RIS rails, outer barrel, buffer tube, flash hider and all manner of manipulators. Remaining elements such as pistol grip, magazine and AN/PEQ case for the battery– like in the original – were made from a polymer. A frame stock was made from steel.
The top of the body has a long, 22mm, RIS mounting rail, which allows for attachment of additional accessories such as optical sights. It also features a set of flip-up iron sights. The outer barrel has a 14mm, left-hand thread finish with a flash hider mounted on it. The base of the buffer tube has two QD tactical sling swivels.
It also has a special shape pistol grip, slightly thicker than standard grips used in M type replicas. A dedicated battery (included in the set) ideally fits inside the AN/PEQ case replica also included in the set.
The heart of the replica is a gearbox V.2, which includes, among others, 8mm ball bearings, a set of steel gears and a metal spring slide. What is more, a tight, metal nozzle and a dedicated Hop-Up chamber was used. The system has a uniquely well fitted parts and a very good tightness at stock.
FC-103 is a specific hybrid, fed with magazines from a FN P90 submachine gun replica. The bottom part of the body is a standard issue for this type of replicas, however, the upper part is a conversion. It also features a modified Hop-Up chamber, which has an adjustment knob located inside the magazine well.
The replica comes with a polymer, low-cap P90 magazine with a capacity of up to 50 BBs.
The set includes:
- A replica
- A magazine
- A battery
- A charger for the battery
- A set of flip-up iron sights
Battery included NiCd
rechargeable battery is characterized by high efficiency
current-carrying capacity, but there are disruptive effect on memory.
Should be unloaded and loaded in the full cycle, ie, it is recommended
to fully discharge, and after unloading must charge the battery
immediately without leaving it for a long time in a discharged state. | Yes |
| Bearings diameter [mm] | 8 |
| Blow Back Blow back is a simulation system of the cocking lever - it imitates the work of it as the equivalent sharp. This system raises the realism and adds a lot more experience during shooting. | No |
| Product length [cm] | 79.50 |
| Product weight [g] | 3240 |
| Power supply | Electric |
| Material | Metal Plastic |
| Muzzle velocity [FPS] It is the spped of bb, while its leaving the innerbarrel of replica. This speed is measured in FPS (Feet Per Second). 1 FPS = 0,3 m/s 1 J = 99 m/s 1 J = 326,7 FPS | 380 |
| Fire mode | Full-auto Semi-auto |
| Gearbox version Indications v2, v3, v6 does not mean the level of advance, but only shape of gearbox skeleton which was used and selected by the manufacturer depending on the capabilities of the body of the replica. For example, a models of the M4/M16 family, MP5, have a v2 gearbox, while the AK family have gearbox v3. | Gearbox v2 |