Description
Cyma Platinum AKS74U Tactical AEG Rifle with Eshooter ETU GEN-2 (Black, CM113A)
This is the Cyma Platinum AKS-74U Tactical, an electric airsoft rifle in black with an Eshooter ETU GEN-2 electronic trigger unit. The real AKS-74U is the shortened carbine version of the AK-74, with a short barrel and a side-folding stock, and its compact, purposeful look has made it a favourite with airsoft players for years.
In airsoft the short AK makes a lot of sense. It is quick to handle, easy to carry around a site all day, and ideal for CQB, buildings and close woodland. Cyma’s Platinum version adds an electronic trigger and a tactical set-up, making it a strong choice for players who want a compact AK that is ready to go.
The Platinum range
Platinum is Cyma’s upper range, positioned above its standard models, and it is aimed at players who want a better-finished AK straight out of the box without having to start upgrading on day one. This AKS-74U is listed as a Tactical version, so expect a more modern set-up than a plain wood-and-steel AK; please check the product images for the exact handguard, rails, stock and muzzle device.
Cyma is one of the best-known makers of AK-pattern AEGs, and its AKs have a long-standing reputation as tough, dependable replicas that take a lot of hard use at the weekend.
Electronic trigger
An electronic trigger unit replaces the simple mechanical trigger contacts with an electronic switch. That generally gives a sharper, more consistent trigger response and protects the contacts from the arcing and wear that eventually cause problems in a conventional AEG. Many units also offer programmable functions, so read the manual supplied with the replica to see what this unit can do and how it is set up.
The name lists an Eshooter ETU GEN-2. Eshooter is a well-known maker of airsoft electronic trigger units, and having one fitted from the factory gives the AKS-74U a crisp trigger feel and a degree of protection for its electrics from the start.
Handling
The AKS-74U’s short length makes it quick to bring up and easy to move with through doorways and around cover. The real carbine’s side-folding stock is part of its appeal; check the product images for the stock fitted to this Tactical version, and set it so you get a steady hold for more careful shots.
The AK manual of arms is simple and robust: rock the magazine in from the front, operate the large selector lever on the right-hand side, and keep a firm grip on the handguard. Spend a little time getting used to the selector and magazine change before your first game, and you will find the AK is one of the most intuitive platforms to run.
Getting started
Before your first game, charge a suitable battery fully, fit it as the manual describes and connect it carefully. Load a magazine and start with the hop-up turned off, then fire a few shots at a safe backstop and add hop a little at a time until the BBs fly flat without rising at the end of their flight.
Key features
- Cyma Platinum range AKS-74U AEG
- Listed as a Tactical version
- Eshooter ETU GEN-2 (as named)
- Compact AKS-74U carbine styling
- Model code CM113A (as named)
- Colour: Black
- Electric power: consistent in all weathers
- Adjustable hop-up
Compatibility
AK-pattern AEGs generally take AK AEG magazines, and Cyma AK magazines are the safest choice. Fit can vary slightly between brands, so try a new magazine before relying on it in a game.
Battery size, type and connector are not stated in our listing, and where the battery fits depends on the stock and handguard set-up, so please check the manual or contact us before buying a battery. Use good quality seamless 6mm BBs.
Care and maintenance
Take the battery out after every game and store it away from the replica, and charge LiPo batteries only on a proper balance charger that you are supervising. Clean the inner barrel with a cleaning rod and a dry patch every few games, as dirt and broken BB fragments are the main causes of flyers.
Use good quality seamless BBs of a consistent weight, check external screws and accessories before each game day, and store the replica somewhere dry. Leave internal gearbox and electronics work to someone experienced with AEGs.
Who is it for?
This rifle is for players who want a compact AK that is quick in close quarters, with the crisp response of an electronic trigger, whether as a main rifle for indoor sites or a handy second replica.
Please note: The listing does not say whether a battery, charger or spare magazines are included, so please ask if you need them. Always wear suitable eye protection when using any airsoft replica, and have it chronographed at your site before play.
