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VFC M249 Gas Blowback Support Rifle – Black
Key Features
‑ First‑of‑its‑kind production gas‑blowback light machine gun (LMG) for airsoft
‑ Aluminium‑alloy main receiver for reduced weight (~3.6–3.9 kg), with steel‑reinforced internals for durability
‑ Independent gas supply and BB feed systems — gas held in a separate magazine/tank, BBs in a top‑feed magazine
‑ 100‑round (polymer, belt‑feed style) magazine for sustained fire
‑ Realistic open‑bolt operation for authentic firing behaviour
‑ Adjustable hop‑up, selectable fire mode (Full‑Auto / Safety), and dry‑fire capability
‑ Authentic markings & finish for true replica realism
‑ Removable barrel and field‑strip capability for maintenance and realism
‑ Compatibility with optional larger gas‑tank “box magazines” or standard AR‑style gas mags for extended play
Gas‑Fed Fire‑Storm — The LMG That Brings Realistic Suppressive Firepower to the Airsoft Field
Description.
Grab the VFC M249 Gas Blowback Support Rifle and you immediately understand why it turns heads. This isn’t a scaled‑down toy or a plastic placeholder — it’s a bona fide airsoft LMG engineered around a gas blowback system that mimics real‑steel operation more closely than any AEG or spring‑gun ever could. With an aluminium alloy receiver and steel‑reinforced internals, the M249 delivers a realistic weight, excellent durability, and field‑ready robustness, yet stays manageable enough for actual play over extended sessions.
The magic is in its dual‑supply design. The M249 feeds BBs from a top‑mounted magazine while gas is stored separately (often via an AR‑style gas mag or optional gas box) — and this separation means you get continuous, reliable fire without the typical compromises of older gas‑powered replica LMGs. The 100‑round polymer magazine gives plenty of ammo for suppressive fire, and when used with the box‑mag gas reservoir or extra gas mags, you can keep up the pressure far longer than many standard GBBRs.
When you squeeze the trigger, the open‑bolt mechanism flips into action — and the result is a satisfying, powerful blowback cycle and realistic recoil impulse that feels closer to a real machine gun than most airsoft guns dare to be. The weight distribution and sturdy build mean you can shoulder the M249 for support roles, pour suppressive fire down‑range, or anchor a defensive position with confidence. The adjustable hop‑up system lets you dial in BB trajectory for reliable hits, even under sustained bursts.
Field stripping and maintenance don’t turn into a chore — the M249 retains a realistic dismantling procedure, and the quick‑release barrel design plus lightweight polymer magazine make upkeep straightforward. Its “dry‑fire” capable action also lets you practice trigger discipline or draw drills without ammo, a useful training feature few LMG‑style airsoft guns offer.
This support rifle isn’t about pinpoint sniper shots or ultra‑long‑range duels. It’s about volume, reliability, and suppressive dominance. In team games, holding down flag zones, covering advances, or pushing through choke points — the VFC M249 excels. It gives you the kind of presence on the field that turns skirmishes into coordinated assaults. That kind of firepower changes how your team moves, reacts, and fights.
Other Great Features Are,
• Realistic open‑bolt blowback operation for immersive realism
• Lightweight aluminium alloy body with steel‑reinforced internals for durability and manageable carry weight (~3.6–3.9 kg)
• Independent gas and ammo supply — better reliability under fire
• 100‑round magazine for sustained suppressive fire
• Quick‑release barrel & field‑strip design for ease of maintenance
• Adjustable hop‑up and dry‑fire mode for training or maintenance flexibility
In the box:
- VFC M249 Gas Blowback Support Rifle (main gun)
- 100‑round polymer BB magazine
- Standard AR‑style gas magazine (gas reservoir)
- Instruction manual / field‑strip guide
Specifications
Power Source: Gas (Green Gas / Top Gas magazine or gas box)
Firing Mode: Full Auto / Safety
Construction: Aluminium alloy receiver with steel‑reinforced internals
Magazine Capacity: 100 rounds (standard polymer magazine)
Operation: Open‑bolt gas blowback
System: Independent gas & BB supply
Weight: Approx. 3.6–3.9 kg (with magazine)
Overall Length: ~910 mm
Barrel: Outer barrel + quick‑release system (inner barrel ≈ 360 mm)
Hop‑Up: Adjustable
Looking for a support weapon that can truly change the tide of a skirmish? The VFC M249 Gas Blowback Support Rifle might just be the most complete, realistic, and skirmish‑ready LMG you’ll ever field. Give your team the firepower advantage and be the backbone of every engagement.
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