Action Army AAC-C1 Pro Athena Gas Sniper Rifle

Action Army AAC-C1 Pro ATHENA Gas/CO₂ Sniper Rifle — Black

Key Features
- Quick-change cylinder system (swap gas & CO₂ in seconds)
- Bolt-stored gas/CO₂ chamber — no expensive proprietary mags
- MU/PF construction: Metal upper, reinforced polymer lower (durable & light)
- Accepts standard VSR-10 pattern magazines (50-round compatibility)
- Adjustable side-mount hop-up for on-the-fly tuneability
- Built-in recoil effect for a realistic shot feel
- Picatinny/20mm rails and 14mm CCW threaded barrel for accessories
- Supplied with both gas and CO₂ bolt chambers and an optional optics rail

Fire fast, move light — a gas-driven VSR platform for aggressive marksmen.

Description.

The Action Army AAC-C1 Pro ATHENA blends the proven upgrade ecosystem of the VSR-10 family with a flexible gas/CO₂ power system built for mobile sniping and aggressive play. Rather than the usual expensive gas magazines, ATHENA stores gas inside the bolt — use green gas or an 8g CO₂ cartridge in a chamber that swaps quickly when you need to. That design choice gives you fast follow-up shots without the heavy bolt pull of a spring VSR, while keeping running costs down thanks to widely available, inexpensive VSR magazines.

Externally the ATHENA mixes metal and reinforced polymer for a durable but lightweight package (factory weight ~1,970 g). The receiver and upper components are metal for robustness, while the chassis uses polymer to keep the rifle manoeuvrable. A 20mm Picatinny rail and optional receiver rail let you mount optics, micro-dots or IR lasers; the 14mm CCW threaded outer barrel accepts suppressors and mock silencers with ease.

Internals are VSR-10 compatible across the board — barrel, bucking, hop-up and most upgrade parts fit without fuss. The accessible left-side hop-up slider makes range and elevation adjustments quick and tool-free; the pre-installed recoil system adds tactile feedback so shots feel less clinical and more satisfying in the field. Action Army also supplies both gas and CO₂ chambers in the box, allowing immediate experimentation with both propellants.

Designed for the airsofter who wants to snipe while staying mobile, ATHENA is compact enough to carry without a dedicated rifle bag but serious enough to accept high-end upgrades. Use it as a rapid counter-sniper tool, a CQB marksman rifle with a micro-dot, or as a lightweight primary for milsim scenarios where mobility and quick reaction are essential.

Other Great Features are,

- Standard VSR magazine compatibility for affordable spares
- Easy maintenance: VSR parts and tech knowledge transfer directly
- Integrated recoil for added realism without extra mods
- Optional rails and threaded barrel for full customisation

Package Includes

- 1 x Action Army AAC-C1 Pro ATHENA Gas/CO₂ Sniper Rifle (Black)
- 1 x 50-round VSR-style magazine (compatible)
- 1 x Gas chamber & 1 x CO₂ chamber (bolt storage system)
- 1 x Optional optics rail (receiver)
- 1 x Manual

Performance Highlights

- Rated Velocity: 130 m/s (~426.5 fps) — factory figure; chrono and BB mass dependent
- Energy: ~1.69 J (factory figure)
- Magazine Capacity: 50 rounds
- Ideal Roles: Mobile sniper, counter-sniper, aggressive marksman

Specifications

- Product Category: Airsoft Gas / CO₂ Sniper Rifle (VSR-pattern)
- Colour: Black
- Calibre: 6 mm BB (PLA/Plastic compatible)
- Power Source: Gas / CO₂ (bolt-stored chambers)
- Hop-Up: Adjustable (side slider)
- Pipe Length: 32.5 mm (factory spec)
- Overall Length (extended): 890 mm / 35 in
- Weight: 1,970 g / 4.34 lbs
- Threading: 14 mm CCW outer barrel
- Accessory Rails: 20 mm Picatinny / optional receiver rail
- Special Features: MU/PF construction, unique serial number, built-in recoil effect
- Standard Magazine Ref.: 19932
- Brand: AAC (Action Army)
- Barcode (EAN): 5707843099127

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Sku :

19781