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• Spring guns are manual-powered Airsoft guns where you fire each round by pulling the bolt into the locking position (like most sniper rifles). They are generally cheaper and meant as collectors' items.

• Gas guns are powered by a CO2 cartridge, propane adapter, or green gas. They are generally found in the form of pistols where a full-size gearbox cannot fit into the frame of the gun.

• Airsoft electric guns (AEGs) are battery-powered in a similar way to an RC car, designed for easy troubleshooting, high power, and high rate of fire, and are the most popular forms of regulated sports events.