Airsoft Shotguns

All of our shotguns are perfect for players who want to get up close and personal with their opponents, and they can be extremely effective in close-quarters combat situations. If you're looking for the best airsoft guns for sale that will give you an edge on the battlefield, then an airsoft shotgun is worth considering!

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Are Airsoft Shotguns Worth It?

Generally, airsoft shotguns are worth it if you're looking for a close-quarters weapon that can offer a bit more firepower than an airsoft rifle or pistol. However, they can be quite expensive, so it's important to do your research before making a purchase. Additionally, keep in mind that airsoft shotguns typically have a shorter effective range than other airsoft guns, so they may not be suitable for all situations.

Can You Reuse Airsoft Shotgun Shells?

The effective range of an airsoft shotgun will vary depending on the model and ammunition being used. Generally speaking, however, most airsoft shotguns have an effective range of around 50 feet. This means that they are best suited for close-quarters combat situations.

What Is The Effective Range Of An Airsoft Shotgun?

Airsoft shotguns are a must for any serious airsoft player. They are incredibly versatile and can be used effectively in close quarters, with many models firing multiple BBs per shot for a spread effect.

Shotguns come in both pump-action and semi-automatic varieties and can be spring, battery or gas-powered.

Pump Action Airsoft Shotguns

Pump-action guns are the most common type and are what most people think of when they think of a shotgun. Pump-action shotguns have a fore-end that must be pumped in order to cock the gun and chamber a round.

Pump-action shotguns are generally more reliable than semi-automatic shotguns but can be slower to fire.

Semi-automatic Airsoft Shotguns

Semi-automatic shotguns use either an electric motor or gas to cycle the action, cocking the gun and chambering a round with each pull of the trigger.

Semi-automatic shotguns generally have a higher rate of fire than pump-action shotguns but can be less reliable.

Electric Airsoft Shotguns

Electric airsoft shotguns are powered by batteries and use an electric motor to cycle the action. Electric shotguns typically have a high rate of fire, but can be less reliable than gas or pump-action shotguns.

Gas Airsoft Shotguns

Gas airsoft shotguns are powered by compressed gas, most commonly green gas. Gas shotguns give a satisfying, punchy shot and are a popular choice for CQB. Keep yours topped up with airsoft gas and spare shotgun shells.

Spring Airsoft Shotguns

Spring shotguns are cocked by the pump action and need no batteries or gas, so they're cheap to run and work in any weather. Many, including the Double Eagle M56 series and Cyma tri-shot models, fire three BBs at once for a spread effect. Our range includes models from Cyma and Double Eagle in short, long and tactical styles.

Shotguns in Our Range

Spring tri-shot: Double Eagle M56, M58 and M63 SPAS-12-style shotguns, and Cyma CM.350, CM.351, CM.356, CM.357, CM.360, CM.361, CM.363 and full metal CM.373 models.
Gas: Golden Eagle M870-style shotguns, including sawed-off and shorty versions, the Tokyo Marui M870 Tactical and Breacher, and Tokyo Marui Saiga-12K and Saiga SBS gas shotguns.
Electric: the Tokyo Marui AA-12 and SGR-12, and the EMG / Cyma SGR-12 AEG.
Semi-automatic: the Double Bell Saiga-12K-style semi-automatic shotgun replica.
HPA: the Wolverine TTI JW4 Dracarys Gen-12 MTW.

What to Consider

Think about where you play. A short, light pump shotgun is ideal for CQB, while longer barrels and electric shotguns suit woodland. Check how many BBs each shot fires and how the gun is fed – some use shells, others box or AEG-style magazines. Many sites have their own rules on shotgun use, so check before you play.

Full-colour airsoft shotguns are realistic imitation firearms (RIFs) and need a valid defence such as UKARA to buy. Two-tone versions can be bought by anyone aged 18 or over.

Browse shotgun shells, heavy weight BBs or our SMGs and PDWs for more CQB options.