Description
Cyma AKS 101 Assault Rifle (Full Metal – CM040)
The Cyma AKS 101 Assault Rifle (CM040) is an electric AK-style rifle from Cyma, styled on the AK-101 and listed as full metal. It keeps the classic Kalashnikov lines and controls that make the AK one of the most recognisable rifles in the world, and it is built to be straightforward to use and maintain.
Cyma is one of the best-known makers of affordable AEGs, and its AKs have a long reputation for being tough and dependable. A full metal construction, as named, gives a solid, rigid feel and the weight many players expect from an AK, and the CM040 suits players who want a full-size AK with a more realistic heft than a polymer rifle.
Design and handling
The AK-101 is the export member of the modern AK-100 family, and its full-length barrel and modern lines make it a good all-round rifle for woodland and open sites. The full metal construction named in the listing stands up well to the knocks of regular use. The AKS name suggests a folding stock; please check the product images for the exact stock and rail layout of this version.
The AK controls are familiar: the selector lever on the right side of the receiver, the paddle magazine release in front of the trigger guard and the rocking magazine fit, where you hook the front of the magazine in and rock it back to lock. Practise reloads before your first game so the movement becomes natural.
Getting started
Before first use, charge a suitable battery and fit it as described in the manual, checking the space available and the connector type. Load a magazine with good seamless BBs, start with the hop-up turned off and add a little at a time until BBs fly flat without climbing at the end of their flight.
Cyma AKs are known for being easy to work on, which makes them a good platform to learn on and to upgrade over time. Have the rifle chronographed at your site before play, and keep a note of the hop setting that suits your favourite BB weight.
Key features
- AK-style electric rifle from Cyma
- Full metal construction (as named)
- Classic AK controls and rocking magazine fit
- Affordable and easy to maintain
- Good platform to learn on and upgrade
- Code CM040
Compatibility
The rifle takes AK-pattern AEG magazines; Cyma AK magazines are the safest choice, and most mainstream AK AEG magazines fit, though it is worth testing a spare before buying several.
The gearbox type, battery space and connector are not confirmed in this listing, so please ask us before buying a battery or internal upgrades. Rails, where fitted, take standard 20mm accessories.
Care and maintenance
Take the battery out after every game and store it separately at a sensible storage charge, rather than leaving it connected inside the replica. Charge LiPo batteries with a proper balance charger, keep them in a LiPo-safe bag and never leave them charging unattended; NiMH packs should be charged with a smart charger that stops when the pack is full.
Run a cleaning rod with a lightly dampened patch through the inner barrel from time to time to clear dirt and residue, which keeps the hop-up consistent. Use good-quality seamless BBs, never reuse BBs that have been on the ground, and wipe the outside over after damp or muddy games. Leave gearbox work, shimming and spring changes to a competent technician.
Who is it for?
The CM040 suits players who want a full-size, full metal AK with a realistic weight, fans of the modern AK-100 family, and anyone who wants a dependable AK at an affordable price.
Please note: A battery, charger and BBs are not listed as included, and the product name does not state the box contents, so please check with us before ordering. Always wear suitable eye protection, and full-face protection where your site requires it, when using or testing any airsoft replica.
