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GRENADIERING:
-The purpose of a grenadier in airsoft is to utilize a grenade launcher to take out particularly well entrenched targets or vehicles. They are also a vital part of any good ambush, as their weapon can take out multiple targets with one shot.
[b]LAUNCHERS:[/b]
[u]Weapon mounted:[/u]
These are your more common type of grenade launchers. They are typically mounted to an assault rifle, giving the grenadier the ability to use his primary weapon and his grenade launcher nearly instantaneously. This is usually the most practical way to grenadier.
M203:
This is your standard airsoft grenade launcher, by far the most common, and a very effective platform, that is capable of handing virtually every grenade round available and rockets with ease. Many different companies make them from various materials and for various prices. It is typically mounted to an armalite style weapon, but a RIS mountable version is available, and can be mounted on most weapons with an RIS unit. The RIS M203s are known to be significantly less stable on the weapon however.
GP25/30
This is the Warsaw pact’s answer to the M203. In airsoft, it if a far less common sight than an M203 for several reasons. First of all, they are short, and as such, can only hold shorter grenades, and cant use rockets, the grenade also had a tendency to rattle while in the launcher, and in some cases, fall right out if pointed downward.
AG36
This is HK’s under barrel launcher. Like most things from HK, it is quite well designed, having a safety and built in foregrip, it can hold pretty much any grenade and is as versatile as the M203 for rockets. The only disadvantages are that they only mount to G36s and that they tend to be pricy.
EGLM
To be perfectly honest I don’t know much about this thing, as I have never held or seen one in person.
Others:
-Madbull XM203: Retarded overpriced metal tube that looks like crap on your weapon. Doesn’t even have a trigger, its about as effective as taping a grenade to your rifle. Avoid them.
-Madbull AGX: Basically a shortened AG36 launcher. Looks pretty good on a variety of weapons (G36C IMO). Disadvantaged by the fact that its too short for long shells or rockets, otherwise pretty cool.
[u]-Standalone Launchers:[/u]
Standalone launchers are basically sized up versions of weapons mounted launchers, or even weapons mounted launchers on a special standalone platform. In most peoples opinions they are impractical compared to WM launchers due to the fact that they need to be slung and carried around.
M79:
The classic bloop tube. Reminds most people of a sawn off shotgun in that it has wooden furniture and operates with a break-action design. 2 companies make one, CAW, and Echo1. CAW’s is real wood (or nice fake wood) Whereas Echo1s is cheap-o plastic, but half the price. Both have very tightly sealed barrels and as such, are exceptionally good for launching rockets, in fact, they are the best for this role. Even the sawn-off model can fire rockets a fair distance. They are fully capable of using pretty much any shell on the market.
HK69:
HKs standalone launcher. Designed less for combat and more for riot control, it isn’t entirely realistic to carry one on the battlefield. Not only is it unrealistic, it is a waste of money. The HK69 is one of the few launchers on the market that actually affects the performance of the shells it fire. Since it uses a hammer to strike the primer on the grenade, it fires them very weakly. This is because of the simple fact that the harder and faster the primer (gas valve) is hit, the quicker the gas can escape, and the better the grenade can perform. This launcher also has a very poor barrel seal and is almost incapable of firing rockets.
MGL:
The MGL is a 6 shot revolving grenade launcher designed in South Africa by Milkor. In airsoft it is almost as devastating as the real life version on the battlefield, able to lay down a veritable wall of plastic, depending on the shells. It uses a wind-up system to rotate the drum, similar to an AEG hicap. Unfortunately, the beast is very heavy, expensive, and cant fire rockets. But the sheer intimidation factor almost makes up entirely for its flaws IMO. Plus you get to be a good demoman.
[b]ROUNDS:[/b]
One of the key features of grenade launchers is the versatility in their rounds. This is something that cannot be found anywhere in the airsoft world. You can pack multiple different types of rounds to cater a specific situation, making grenadiers among the most versatile fighters in the battlefield, mowing down infantry one monument, clearing a foxhole the next, and then neutralizing enemy armor to top it all off.
Beehive grenades:
*See my megareview*
Slug rounds:
Several companies make slug rounds, which is a self contained single round propelled by the gas from a grenade. They are generally made of foam or rubber, the former being safer but much less effective, and the latter being quite hazardous but very effective.
Rockets:
These are basically your Anti-Armor rounds. They could be anything from Nerf Pocket Vortex footballs to purpose built JLS F-69 rockets. They are used by inserting them into the muzzle of the launcher, then putting a beehive grenade (Or a Madbull XMPB4) filled with nothing but gas. These tend to fly from 50-200 feet, depending on the launcher.
[b]GEAR[/b]
Since the grenadier position isn’t the most popular of positions, most gear companies don’t make dedicated grenadier equipment, so much of your gear will probably be the real deal.
Vests:
US grenadier webgear, or a US grenadier vest is probably your best bet. These can usually hold an ample amount of grenades (25 usually) and are a comfortable way to keep them in place, unlike some MOLLE pouches that tend to flop around. The disadvantage being that most of these vests have no or few magazine pouches on them. They can be found rather cheaply at most Army surplus stores.
Bandoliers:
My carrying method of choice. These are since the can be worn as a belt, out of the way, or a over the shoulder bandolier for badassery and easy access. Tactical tailor makes a very nice one that holds 12 40mm rounds. I highly recommend it.
That’s all for now. Ill get to the explosives section later on. Also will add pics.
I expected timebomb to make this thread.
[QUOTE=Aznsniper911;17459307]I expected timebomb to make this thread.[/QUOTE]
I think Im the only grenadier here actually lol.
*Wishes for someone to prove him wrong*
Question: Do you have a M203 and would you recommend the one you bought.
Might add this to the Madbull AGX. I own one of these launchers, and it adds an insane amount of weight to your gun, even worse when it's loaded. Probably heavier than a M203. The grip is slim and really uncomfortable to hold no matter how you do it. The trigger is thin and features sharp edges, making it somewhat painful to pull the trigger. Overall, I'd recommend getting a 203 over this any day.
More launcher reviews,please?
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