What is an Airsoft Sniper Starter Kit?

Are you the type of player who likes to stay back and take precision shots versus running and gunning? Do you like sneaking around and utilizing cover to make shots from concealment? Do you like playing more of a scouting/observer role so that you can support your team? If you answered yes to any of these questions, perhaps airsoft sniping is for you.

We have designed a sniper starter kit for the beginner airsofter to get you out to the field and playing. This will include all the essential items to get you started - a high quality rifle, a scope, bipod, and heavyweight ammo all at a discount when purchased together so you can get set up right off the bat. Let's first talk about playing airsoft as a sniper first.

Sniping in airsoft is a fun way to mix it up a bit if you've already been playing as a rifleman and certainly an inexpensive way to start given the nature of the rifles themselves. Most airsoft sniper rifles are spring powered. This keeps the cost to get into these rifles very inexpensive to purchase and to operate. Spring powered sniper rifles are much like spring pistols, just much larger and more powerful. Before firing a shot the bolt must be pulled back and cocked, like a real bolt action sniper rifle. Most good quality sniper rifles will shoot at least 400fps or more, which gives you an edge over a stock AEG. With the added power you do gain a slight edge in range too. But because these spring powered rifles do require some arm strength to manipulate the bolt and pull back to cock the rifle, this type of airsoft gun is not ideal for very young players. A type that might be preferable for younger players would be gas powered. This is a small category and there are not too many rifles of this type available, but they do cost more to use in the long run since you have to buy propellant such as CO2 or green gas to use them. But with these you do not have to fight a heavy spring to cock the gun.

You should know that when you purchase an airsoft sniper rifle, many of them will not come with any sights for aiming. It is assumed that you will pick up a scope of your choice and add it to the rifle you end up with, so often times you will just have a rail on the gun and nothing more. Another tactical accessory that you may want to consider to go with your sniper rifle is a bipod if your rifle can mount it.

Another consideration is heavyweight BBs to squeeze more accuracy out of a stock rifle. Heavy BBs are less susceptible to wind deflection and will keep a straighter flight compared to a lower weight BB which can veer off course very easily.

So with this kit we have done all the hard work for you and put together the combination of items that will get you started properly.

Basic Starter Kit

Rifle - We have a few choices for you to choose from. These rifles have been hand selected by us to be in these packages because they all work great and feel great. The majority of these will be spring-powered bolt action rifles with some exceptions. These rifles shoot harder than most AEGs out of the box, giving you a slight increase in range.

Scope - Having good quality glass is the next important thing to a good rifle. Most sniper rifles do not come with sights as they are intended for you to use right away with a scope. The scope we have included in our packages are great quality and affordable. Having a variable power magnified scope allows you to adjust on the fly for multiple distances both for observation and for shooting.

Bipod - Shooting from a prone position or resting a gun on an object will help steady your shot with the aid of a bipod. Bipods increase the steadiness on how you are holding your rifle to give you a more accurate shot without introducing any added human error.

Heavyweight BBs - These are non-biodegradable heavyweight high quality BBs to help get you started. The weight BBs you will get in your kit is pre-selected by us and matched to the rifle you are using. These will be typically the .25g or .28g weight which we have actually verified to be a good working combination with our own personal testing. Heavier BBs are less affected by wind and provide a more consistent travel which translates to better accuracy.

Complete Starter Kit

Eyewear - In addition to all the contents of the Basic Kits, the Complete Kit adds protective gear such as these ANSI Z87+ impact rated full seal goggles. Having proper eyewear is probably the most important aspect of airsoft and you do not want to skimp out and get unrated/untested equipment that could put your safety at risk.

Mesh Mask - This is a steel ventilated face protector which is to be used in conjunction with your goggles. Mesh masks will protect your nose and mouth from BB impacts while remaining breathable which will help prevent discomfort from fogged up goggles.

And if you are still not sure what to expect, check out this video with Matt explaining the basics of playing the role of a sniper and see if this is for you.

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Questions & Answers

Q: Why do Airsoft sniper rifles need heavier BBs?

A: Generally, Airsoft sniper rifles have a higher velocity than other Airsoft guns. Because of this, they require heavier ammo to match the higher speed of the BB. If you use ammo that is too light, the gun will not be accurate. Sniper rifles need a .28g BB or heavier.

Q: What powers Airsoft sniper rifles?

A: Unlike electric Airsoft rifles, most sniper rifles are powered by a spring that is manually pulled back when the user cocks the bolt, or green gas. Gas sniper rifles usually have a reservoir in the magazine that is filled before being inserted into the rifle.

Q: How do I make my sniper rifle shoot harder and more accurate?

A: Many Airsoft sniper rifles have the ability to be upgraded for higher performance. Aftermarket barrels, hop up buckings, and springs are a few examples for parts that can make your sniper rifle more accurate and have higher FPS.