Description
Ares x IMI Defence TS21 Pro Line (Short – AR-066-E-DE – Tan)
The Ares x IMI Defence TS21 Pro Line is an officially licensed electric rifle produced by Ares in partnership with IMI Defence, the Israeli defence manufacturer. This is the short version, finished in tan (code AR-066-E-DE), and it sits in Ares’ Pro Line, the range Ares reserves for its more advanced, feature-rich rifles.
Licensed replicas carry the original maker’s markings and styling, so they appeal both to players and to collectors who want an authentic look. The short configuration keeps the rifle compact and manoeuvrable, which suits indoor sites, urban games and woodland play where you need to move quickly between cover. The tan finish works well with desert and earth-tone loadouts.
Electronics
Ares is known for its EFCS (Electronic Firearms Control System) gearboxes, and an EFCS control unit with a magnetic trigger sensor is listed for the AR-066E TS21 as a spare part. Electronic control of the firing cycle gives a crisp, consistent trigger and avoids the wear associated with mechanical trigger contacts.
Ares EFCS rifles can usually be programmed with Ares’ separately sold programmer; please check the manual supplied with the rifle for the options available on this model.
Handling and set-up
The short configuration makes the TS21 quick to bring on target and easy to carry for long game days. Please check the product images for the rail layout, sights and stock fitted to this version, and plan your optic and accessories around the space available.
As with any electric rifle, a well-set hop-up and good quality BBs make the biggest difference to accuracy. Start with quality 0.25g BBs, set the hop-up from zero, and keep a note of the setting that works best.
Getting started
Fully charge a suitable battery before first use, then fit it as described in the manual and connect it carefully. Load a magazine, wind it if it is a high-capacity type, and start with the hop-up turned off. Fire a few shots at a safe target and add hop a little at a time until the BBs fly flat without rising at the end of their flight.
Have the rifle chronographed at your site before you play, and keep a note of the hop setting that suits your favourite BB weight so you can return to it quickly.
Key features
- Officially licensed Ares x IMI Defence rifle
- Ares Pro Line model
- Short configuration for CQB and urban play
- Tan finish
- Ares electronic control (EFCS) with magnetic trigger sensor
- Electric operation: consistent in all weather
Compatibility
Please check with us which magazines suit the TS21 before buying spares, as Ares rifles do not all share the same magazine type. Ares electronic units are specific to the rifle they were designed for, so make sure any replacement EFCS or internal part is listed for the AR-066 TS21. Check the battery space and connector before buying a battery.
Care and maintenance
Take the battery out after every game and store it away from the rifle, and charge LiPo batteries only on a proper balance charger under supervision. Clean the inner barrel with a cleaning rod and a dry cloth patch every few games, as dirt and broken BB fragments are the main causes of flyers. Stick to good quality seamless BBs of a consistent weight.
Check screws, the flash hider and any mounts before each game day, and store the rifle somewhere dry. Leave the hop-up at a light setting in storage, and if the rifle has an electronic trigger unit, a fully charged battery helps it read the trigger cleanly.
Who is it for?
The TS21 Pro Line suits players who want a licensed, modern rifle with Ares electronics in a compact size, CQB and urban players, and collectors of officially licensed replicas.
Please note: A battery and charger are not named in this listing, so please check with us before ordering. Always wear suitable eye and face protection when using or testing any airsoft replica.
