JD7.62;1004887; said:
Holy **** dude chillax. I didnt say it wasnt a sport. I just find it funny when people say airsoft is like shooting a gun that "theyd never own."
Hell I wouldnt mind playing airsoft if it as realistic. I know that is impossible though....
How far can these airsoft snipers shoot?
I dont really know max range, I havent really read much into airsoft sniping as its not my thing, As an airsoft sniper you can expect to get probably one kill a game, Sometimes even none. Heres something I found this on an airsoft forum though...
Okay, so… I’ve had a little spare time to sit around and think about things, like the general state of affairs in the airsoft world. As I’m sure many of you more experienced players out there have noticed, there is a startling attraction to the realm of sharpshooting. Maybe it’s the feeling of mystique, out there on your own, taking out the bad guys one by one. Maybe it’s that sexy high-powered rifle that you get to use with that sweet, huge scope. Maybe it’s the impeccably comfortable ghillie suit that you get to wear for hours on end, in 85° weather, laying face-down in poison ivy and spiders… on second thought, maybe not. sharpshooting is not for everyone. As a matter of fact, it is truly well suited to very few players, because very few players find the challenge of being a successful airsoft sniper fun. Don’t get me wrong: I’m not sniper material myself, although I thought I was for the longest time. I’m having far more fun being something most people would call an assault infantry soldier. Hence, I’m writing this from personal experience. Please keep in mind that no one here is trying to discourage you from being a sniper. We’re trying to help you realize what you will have the most fun doing, no matter what your mind may be telling you right now.
Okay, step one: determining what you would really consider fun. This is simple. All that you have to do is choose what position appeals to you most. Select the number, then scroll down the page.
Category 1
Are you impatient? Do you want to be the first to enter the fight? Do you like to spray your ammo towards the target? Do you like rounding a corner and bringing your sights up quick to take out your slower enemy first? Do you want to get up close and personal with your opponent? If so, you fit into category one.
Category 2
Are you a reasonably patient player? Do you take the point of view that carefully aimed sustained fire is the best way to eliminate the enemy? Are you a good shot? Are you able to remain aware of your own teammates positions and changing battle conditions? Do you like to support some of your more brash teammates in their daring maneuvers behind enemy lines? If this describes you, you belong in category two.
Category 3
Are you an excellent marksman? Does the idea of a semi-auto only or bolt-action weapon sound appealing to you? Do you lack a fear of insects (arachnophobia, etc.), animals (snakes, etc.), and plant allergies? Can you stay still for hours, waiting for the enemy to come to you? Can you move stealthily and remain undetected, even in close proximity to enemy players? Can you “disappear’ into the surrounding foliage? Do you mind if you’re not in the center of the action? If these traits belong to you, you are in category three.
Now, it’s time to discover where you belong…
(all of this information was borrowed from the link posted below)
Category 1: rusher/runner/CQB/close fire support
You like to be where the action is, and therefore, should NOT get a sniper rifle. Rifles are large and clumsy, and very hard to maneuver in buildings and around corners, so sharpshooting is not for you.
TM AEGs suited to your category:
G36C, all MP5 variants, SIG 552 SEALS, AK47B Spetsnaz, P90, P90TR, G3SAS
Category 2: assault team/medium range attack/CQB support and cover fire
You like to think through your shots a little more than the category 1 players, and you prefer to take your time and check the situation before making any moves. A sniper rifle would not suit you well because you require fully automatic firing to keep your adversaries’ heads down. (Note: This position is commonly mistaken for the job of a sniper on many an occasion.)
TM AEGs suited to your category:
G36C, all MP5 variants except MP5K and MP5PDW, SIG 551, all M16/M4 variants except M16A2, Steyr AUG, AK47, AK47S, MC51
Category 3: long range fire support/sniper
You constantly think tactics, eliminating the greatest threat to your team instead of the easiest open shot you can take. The guns that you use are big, heavy, long, and accurate, with high power and a low ROF.
TM AEGs suited to your category:
G3-SG1, G3A3, G3A4, PSG1, SIG 550, M16A2
For more on the topic of gun selection, check this thread out:
http://www.airsoftforum.com/board/index.ph...=ST&f=40&t=221&
Okay, now that that’s done… Anyone who was sorted into categories 1 and 2 can stop reading now. sharpshooting isn’t going to be your cup of tea. For those of you who are left, however, the fun is just beginning.
It was basicly made to teach all new people coming to airsoft and saying "Zomg, Imma be an uber 1337 airsoft snipAh Yooooo!"