Description
APS Black Hornet Plus Carbine Conversion Kit (Full/Semi. – Black)
The APS Black Hornet Plus is a carbine set built around APS’s Black Hornet CO2 gas blowback pistol, here in black and listed in a full/semi version. The carbine kit turns the compact pistol into a small, shoulder-fired sub-machine gun with a stock, a foregrip and rails, giving you a lot more stability and accessory space than a pistol alone.
APS is a Hong Kong based maker known for its CO2 replicas, including its popular shotguns and the Black Hornet pistol range. The Plus carbine set is a fun, compact option for CQB and indoor games, and an interesting choice for players who like the idea of one platform that can be used as a pistol or a small carbine.
What the Plus set includes
A retailer listing for the APS Black Hornet Plus describes the following parts: the SMG kit, an extended magwell, a 50-round CO2 magazine, flip-up front and rear sights, a foregrip, an extendable stock, rails and a charging handle. The charging handle makes it easier to pull the slide back once the pistol is in the carbine body. Our product name describes this as a conversion kit, so please contact us to confirm exactly what is supplied with this listing, including whether the pistol is included, before ordering.
CO2 power and performance
The Black Hornet runs on a 12g CO2 capsule held in the magazine. The retailer listing explains that the capsule sits upside down in the magazine so that the gas is regulated before it reaches the chamber, which is intended to give steadier shot-to-shot velocity. It also lists an adjustable hop-up.
Our product name lists full and semi-automatic fire. The retailer listing describes a selector switch on the left side of the slide, and notes that a single capsule gives up to about 30 rounds in full auto or more than 46 in semi-auto at 22 to 25 degrees Celsius, so expect fewer shots per capsule in cold weather.
Build and handling
The retailer lists a plastic body with a steel hammer, an overall length of 474mm and a weight of 2.19kg. That makes it a light, short carbine that is easy to carry and quick to point in buildings. The extendable stock and foregrip give you three points of contact, which steadies your aim far more than holding a pistol at arm’s length, while the rails take a red dot sight or a torch.
Key features
- Carbine set for the APS Black Hornet CO2 pistol
- Full and semi-automatic (as listed)
- Gas blowback, 12g CO2 powered
- Extendable stock and foregrip
- Flip-up front and rear sights
- Rails for optics and accessories
- 50-round extended CO2 magazine (per retailer listing)
- Adjustable hop-up
Compatibility
The kit is designed around the APS Black Hornet pistol, so it will not suit other pistol models. Use magazines made for the APS Black Hornet; we also list APS spare parts such as a hammer set and a nozzle set for the Black Hornet. The rails take standard 20mm optics, torches and lasers.
Use 12g CO2 capsules and good quality seamless 6mm BBs. Check your site’s rules on full-auto fire for pistols and carbines before playing.
Care and maintenance
Put a drop of silicone oil on the tip of each new 12g CO2 capsule before fitting it, as this helps keep the seals supple. Fire off or release any remaining gas before removing a capsule, and never store the replica with a capsule fitted for long periods.
Wipe the replica over after use, put a light film of silicone oil on the moving parts now and then, and clean the inner barrel with a cleaning rod and soft patch. Use good quality seamless 6mm BBs, and store it somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight.
Who is it for?
This set suits CQB and indoor players who want a light, compact carbine, Black Hornet owners who want a more stable platform, and anyone who enjoys the punch of a CO2 blowback replica.
Please note: CO2 capsules and BBs are not listed as included. Please contact us to confirm the exact contents before ordering. Always wear suitable eye and face protection when using airsoft replicas, and check your site’s rules and power limits before play.
