Umarex Steel Force CO2 NBB Steel BB Rifle

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Type: BB Rifle
Manufacturer: Umarex
Model: Steel Force (AR Platform)
Materials: Plastic and some Metal
Weight: 3.37 pounds
Barrel: 10 inches, Metal non-rifled
Propulsion: CO2 x 2
Action: Semi and 6 round burst blowback, single action only
Ammunition Type: 4.5mm BB's
Ammunition Capacity: 300/30 round hopper/magazine
FPS: 430+

Trigger Pull: The trigger pull on the Umarex Steel Force CO2 BB Machine gun is single action only, so you will need to charge the rifle by pulling back the charging handle first, one this is done the trigger is reset and ready the gun is ready to shoot. The blowback operation charges the internal bolt automatically afterwards so keep this in mind, to release the bolt you will need to take out the CO2 magazine and press the trigger. The trigger is fairly light but has some initial take up and then a bit of creep before it releases the bolt.

Accuracy: I shot the Umarex Steel Force at a target from 30 feet away in a semi rested position using both the semi auto and 6 round burst modes, the Steel Force performed very good getting around a 1.5 inch 10 shot grouping in semi auto and then spreading out a bit in 6 round burst mode which was to be expected, still a respectable grouping. Shots where well centered on the target but I did have the advantage of using a red dot scope, I found when using the none adjustable open sights that come with the Umarex Steel Force that I was shooting under the target at closer ranges. My Chrony testing did not go exactly as planned due to my temperamental Chronograph but I was able to get two shots to read and they average out at 466 fps, well over the 430 claimed fps.

Build Quality: The Umarex Steel Force CO2 BB Rifle is mostly plastic on the outside with most of it's metal parts on the inside, you will find a metal flash hider, metal trigger and metal trigger guard but other than that everything else externally is plastic. The plastic seems durable enough but it has just a bit too much shine for me which I think makes it look less like metal and more like plastic. Everything seemed to function as expected but again I would have liked to have seen a bit more metal, not necessarily the outer shell, but I feel the selector switch, sights, magazine release, charging handle and front and back sights could have been made out of metal and would have given this Umarex rifle a bit more weight and balance.

Realism: The Umarex Steel Force CO2 BB Rifle is designed on the AR platform and for the most part is about the right size shape and look of an AR pr M16 rifle. Even the selector switch, magazine release, rear adjustable stock and Charging handle function just like a real AR! Some parts are model in just for looks like the bolt release, dust cover and forward assist but at least they fully look the part. The plastic for me was the real tell here as it kind of looks like plastic where as some plastic guns are really hard to tell they are not metal, but other than that this is a pretty decent replica of an AR Rifle.

Pros:

  • Higher than claimed fps.
  • Good accuracy in both semi and 6 round burst mode.
  • Got lots of shots per dual CO2 (Full Hopper).
  • Love the adjustable AR stock which was missing and needed on the Steel Storm.
  • Not a bad replica of an AR platform gun.
  • Full auto has a very high rate of fire.
  • Internal blowback does give a bit of recoil feedback feel.
  • Lots of rials for adding on accessories.
  • Price point is good for a fun dull auto BB rifle.

Cons:

  • Sights are non-adjustable.
  • Plastic finish could have been a bit higher grade, like what most Airsoft AR's use.
  • Just a bit more metal would have been nice and added to the overall weight a bit: Selector, Magazine Release, Sights, Charging handle.

Comments: The Umarex Steel Force CO2 BB Machine Gun is for sure an improvement over the Steel Storm, first of all it is a true replica of a real rifle in production (The AR/M16 platform), it also has a rear stock that is adjustable which makes shooting this gun on target so much more easier. Overall I feel it shoots better than the Steel Storm with improved accuracy and performance. With that said the Steel Storm is still a great BB machine gun if you’re looking for more of a pistol SMG design. For the low cost of the Steel Force you really cannot go wrong, this BB machine gun will put a smile on your face every time you take it out to shoot it.

SKU:UMX2254855
Barrel Size:10 Inch
Caliber:4.5 mm (.177 cal)
Action:Semi/Fully Automatic
FPS:400 to 450
Ammo Type:Steel BB
Power Source:Co2
Trigger Action:Single
Body Type:M4/M16
Blowback Action:Non-Blowback
Rear Sight:Flip-up
Front Sight:Flip-up
Barrel Length:25.4 cm (10 inch)
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May 21, 2020

Good gun

Fun to shoot targets with, 6 round burst sounds hectic when fired, and it’s a full all round gun you can enjoy and have fun with.
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Apr 29, 2020

Good AR

Gun is good and delivery was fast!
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Mar 17, 2020

excellent Uramex Steel Force

Excellent and very practical
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Mar 19, 2019
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Wow... awesome!!

It came fast. I got express shipping. It was perfect. Works perfect. Fires super fast!! Awesome rifle. Best bang for you buck!
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Mar 04, 2019

Steel force repair

I bought the steel force from replica Airguns about 3 years ago and was super excited to get this gun. I followed the instructions for oiling each cylinder with pel gun oil each use and was always very careful with this gun and installed the mag with care each time. It did not take long before the trouble started but it was way after the warranty period as I live in town and cannot shoot until I go to the cottage. Anyway, the gun turned out to be as bad as everything you have read about it in all the reviews I have seen. I am persistent and kept tearing it down to try and repair as I had nothing to loose. I have put it away for months at a time but this last time I have figured it out. I filed and polished the slide and hammer, this helped but was not the fix. It turns out that on the left hand side of the firing mechanism there is a small (heavyish) spring that resets the firing pin. Oiling the area helped but was not enough. I took a bobby pin and cut off the ends and bent 90 deg angles on each end and then inserted it into the ends of that spring to help force the firing pin lock back all the way. Now the gun fires properly, no more misfires and it fits under the casing with no modification. It is a good idea to have a backup of the tiny "o" rings for the mag as it is a week point and will fail regularly but it is manageable. Now I am finally happy with this gun.
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Nov 09, 2018
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It's a blast until...?

I love this rifle even though it mostly plastic, it's accuracy is one of the best air rifle that I own. Every time I went for a cig I bring this out with me, put almost 2500 rounds through before I got the leaking magazine. That's ok, there's a replacement kit for these mags because steel storm had this issue too. So when they arrive I should be back out to shoot some more. I'll update if I should have more problems. So the mag as a new problem, it the plastic part that is on the steel part of the mag it not keeping the spring a air value part in place. 10/24/2018 to 2/19/2019,If you don't pull your mag every time you run out of bbs and have replaced the cheap O rings this should last longer,But like I said I do bring this out every time I have a cig so well money spent for the fun.I look into to seeing Umarex will spend a new mag out.
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Sep 10, 2018

Steel force is an understatement

With two co2 cartridges, it makes this BB blasting carbine replica worth the green backs that's for sure. Add a laser pointer and a scope and hopefully the only thing that is around is cans or bottles cause I'm sure any game the size of a - well lets not get any idea's other then targets for now. Can blast 6 BBs in bursts and is quite accurately stable. Other then the sound of BBs rolling in the reservoirs, it would make a good prop for movies.
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Aug 26, 2018

Bon pistolet!

Tres bon pour la qualité et la précision!
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Jul 09, 2017

Not sure what happened

I loaded up my gun with 300 bbs like the manufacturer says. I mounted my new sight, cocked the gun and got 2 shots. Now it won't fire. Jammed? Disappointed
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Apr 12, 2017

Steel Force

I purchased the Steel Force a couple of months ago. I simply love plinking in the backyard, and after adding a custom silencer I play all night.CO2 can be a pain but with 2 in the clip you get more shots then expected.The FPS is under clocked, which is great in my books.And after i got the shaking down... OMG!Definitely a good time.Highly recommended.
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