Airsoft Magazines

Different types of airsoft magazines

• High-cap magazines: Hold 200–600 BBs and use a winding wheel to feed BBs. Ideal for sustained fire, though they can rattle when you move.
• Mid-cap magazines: Popular among serious players. Hold 70–150 BBs, quieter in use, and require a speedloader to fill.
• Low-cap magazines: Hold 30–70 BBs and are used for milsim and realistic scenarios, mimicking real firearm capacity.
• Drum and electric magazines: Hold over 1000 BBs, often used with support weapons like LMGs. Can be battery-powered or manual.

Choosing the right airsoft magazine

• Weapon type: Make sure the magazine is compatible with your platform – e.g., M4, AK, G36 – and matches your system: AEG, GBB, or spring-powered.
• Capacity: Want longer shooting? Go with high-cap. Prefer realism? Choose mid-cap or low-cap.
• Game rules: Milsim events often limit you to mid/low-cap magazines to promote realism. Always check the event rules.

Manufacturers and fitment

Airsoft magazine maintenance

• Cleaning: Use compressed air or a brush to remove dirt and debris.
• Lubrication: Apply silicone oil lightly to the spring mechanism when needed.
• Storage: For mid- and low-cap magazines, release spring tension before storage to avoid wear.