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Umarex (VFC) HK53 GBB Airsoft Rifle
The
Heckler & Koch HK53 is a variant of the HK33, which is a 5.56mm
version of the H&K G3 rifle, but with a resemblance to the MP5. It
utilizes Heckler & Koch's roller-delayed blowback system. The HK33
was developed in response to the US adopting an intermediate cartridge
during the Vietnam War, although Germany did not adopt the 5.56mm NATO
round until the arrival of the H&K G36 rifle. The HK33 was
considered large, and even the "Carbine" variant, the HK33K, was not
compact enough for some clandestine units, leading to the creation of
the HK53.
The HK53 has a similar size to the MP5A5 or MP5A3, featuring a
retractable stock and a handguard of the same size. Many external
accessories designed for the MP5 can also be used with the HK53. This
has led to units and operators familiar with the MP5 platform opting for
the HK53, such as the British armed police and armed forces adopting it
as the L101A1. The Special Air Service (SAS) used the HK53 during the
Troubles due to its similar manual of arms and size to the MP5, but with
increased stopping power to deal with combatants wearing body armor.
The United States Navy SEALs also used the HK53 during the Vietnam War,
designated as the T223 and produced under license by Harrington &
Richardson (H&R). The United States Border Patrol still uses the
HK53 to this day.
The Umarex (Elite Force) HK53 gas airsoft rifle is a faithful replica
of the German Cold War classic. It is made of stamped sheet steel and
high-quality polymers, providing the same robustness as the real steel
version. The HK53 gas airsoft rifle features a classic lower receiver
with unique markings of 0, 1, and 25 for safe, semi-auto, and full-auto,
respectively. Internally, VFC has enhanced the Umarex (Elite Force)
HK53 with a big bore bolt system, heavy recoil buffer, and heavy recoil
springs for increased felt recoil and realistic cycling. The rifle also
incorporates VFC's new Hop-up adjustment system, allowing for easy
hop-up adjustments without removing the magazine.
The Umarex (Elite Force) HK53 is compatible with external accessories
designed for the Umarex (Elite Force) H&K MP5, such as the
Picatinny handguard, fixed buttstock, V-Light 5 Tactical Handguard
Weaponlight, Picatinny Top rails, and lower receiver trigger group. This
cross-compatibility provides convenience for owners of Umarex (Elite
Force) H&K MP5s who already have accessories available.
Whether you are a Cold War enthusiast, a fan of special forces, or
simply enjoy the HK platform, the Umarex (Elite Force) HK53 gas airsoft
rifle is a great choice to own.
Umarex (VFC) HK53 GBB Airsoft Rifle
Gas Blow Back Submachine Gun with Fully & Semi-Automatic Shooting Mode
Official H&K (HECKLER & KOCH) Licensed Authentic Marking on Body
Cocking Handle can be locked & released
Polymer Receiver Grip
Metal Top Receiver
Metal One-Piece Outer Barrel With Muzzle Brake
Polymer Handguard
Metal 30 rounds Loading Capacity HK53 Gas Magazine
Retractable Buttstock
Adjustable Hop-Up System