accurate shooting, while flicking the selector
onto full-auto presented me with a very
reasonable rate of fire of around 850rpm.
After playing with it for a while (and about
12 mags later) I decided it had bedded in
enough to get an accurate chrono reading.
Using a Madbull V2 Chronograph, the XCR
was achieving between 339-349 fps. There
were a couple of random shots that peaked
at 357fps.
Summary
The build and performance of the XCR is
impressive, and fair play to VFC/Echo 1 for
making something a little bit different. If
you are looking for an all-in-one AEG that’s
not an M4 yet with easily available mags
then this has to be on your shortlist. With
its modern design and all the accessories in
the box, there is very little left for you to do.
By adding a decent sighting system you can
make this a really cool-looking and functional
weapon. Personally I would still add my own
flashider, the M16A2 style that it comes
with it is a bit standard when you consider
how funky the rest of the rifle looks. Maybe
a silencer option too…
There are plenty of customisations
available to give it that personal finishing
touch. And because it takes M16 mags it
will appeal to a much wider audience, as
those of you that already own an M16/M4
variant don’t have to worry about spending
more hard-earned cash on a new set of
mags. It’s a really solid bit of kit, and with
the reliability typical of VFC.
Would I own one? Yes for sure, but don’t
take my word for it. Check one out at your
local airsoft shop and see if it’s for you. ■
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 2,700g
Build: CNC-machined one-piece upper
receiver; mostly full-metal construction
Inner barrel length: 209mm
Internals: Quick-disassembly barrel
system with new hop-up system
Gearbox: New VFC design gearbox
Motor: Hi-speed middle-type motor
Magazine: M16/M4 120-round mid-cap
Battery: 8.4v NiMh / Mini type 7.4v LiPo
Velocity: 339-349fps
Price: Expect to pay around £250
Distributed by Redwolf Airsoft:
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January 2012