Why Does Everyone Love a G&G Raider?
Jul 1st 2020
Pretty much all airsofters, even players that have no competitive need for one, love a good AEG. They feel great in the hand, accept a lot of cool attachments, and are just plain fun to shoot. There’s something cathartic about sending BBs at a target in full auto, even if you’re missing. It just feels great, and it’s even more fun when you go into a semi-auto and snipe down old lighters, empty shells, and cans that you line up downrange.
Now, of course, there are plenty of players with a practical competitive need for quality AEGs, especially players who specialize in tactics associated with CQB, but even if it were not for these, there are a lot of people who enjoy AEGs for the recreation of it. Considering the mix of different interests, it can be hard to pinpoint a set number of features that make a given AEG valuable. With that in mind, there is a model that is a perennial favorite in many different circles - a G&G Raider.
G&G Raiders , especially models like the G&G CM16 Raider Carbine, are extremely popular AEGs that are not only fun to shoot, but upgradeable, versatile, and well-suited to many levels of competitive play.
One of the first things that most players look for is an airsoft gun that can hang with the lifestyle. In other words - toughness. Everyone has their own preferences in materials; some people like the lightness and strength of aluminum, and some people like the raw indestructible nature of steel. At the same time, there are plenty of players out there that appreciate a high-density polymer construction because, for all intents and purposes, it’s just as strong as metals and impervious to corrosion. As you can see, there are plenty of preferences in construction, and thus the quality of a build is inherently more important than the materials chosen to make it (within reason).
To that end, a G&G CM16 Raider AEG rifle is an immensely popular airsoft rifle because it is rock solid through all of its components and just feels downright capable when you grab one. A CM16 is a high-quality AEG that is made from a dense polymer construction that offers the integrity of the reasons aforementioned. At the same time, it features high-quality metal internals such as a fully upgradeable full metal gearbox that is sturdy and really delivers performance. Unlike some other “budget guns” with plastic internals that deform, warp, break or even melt under heat and stress, a CM16’s metal gearbox is built for the long haul.
In addition to the fact that a G&G Combat Machine 16 Raider is one tough piece of equipment, players really like the fact that it can be considered high capacity, and its performance can be tweaked with the addition of some attachments. It comes with a 450 round magazine with holds plenty of BBs to get you through dire straits, but it can accept other magazines designed for M4 or M16 platforms. Besides, you need to carry some spare loaded mags in your vest anyway. Load up with a couple that hold 400+ rounds and you won’t run dry anytime soon.
Then there’s the fact that players love it for its modularity, which seems built right into the very bones of the platform. A CM16 comes with a 6 position crane stock which can really make a world of difference when you’re trying to get a good fit and length of pull from your AEG. Think about how much effort professional sharpshooters put into the adjustments of their combs; this is a slightly less precise art, but the fundamentals are the same. On top of that, a G&G Raider comes ready to accept tons of different accessories and optic. It features a rail system along the entire upper length of the receiver from the rear sight all the way to the front ramp sight. One more thing - it comes with an adjustable hop-up system, so if you pair it with the right attachments and put some time in, you can turn one into a serious tack driver.
Now we can get into what really makes a G&G Raider airsoft AEG such a steal - the price. You’d probably expect most of these features in comparable AEG platforms that cost double, triple, even in some cases quadruple or more than the price of a Combat Machine (CM16) Raider, yet the price of one sits pretty at well below $200 here at MiR Tactical - and, by the way, with our price match guarantee you can be sure you’re getting the best deal on one.
Normally you’d have to break the bank for an AEG like a G&G CM16, but not in this case. This airsoft rifle is tough, dependable, and extremely functional, all at a crazy price. Check out some of G&G AEGs along with our other platforms that you can find here on our site, and if you have any questions, give us a call at 800-581-6620. We’ll help you find what you need.