E&C HK417A1 AEG Airsoft Rifle with 12" Barrel in Tactical Black

The E&C HK417A1 with a 12-inch barrel brings the brute-force style of the 7.62 battle rifle into a more agile, skirmish-friendly form. This isn’t your average airsoft rifle—it’s a full-metal powerhouse designed for players who want HK realism without lugging a DMR-sized replica across the field. The EC-201-9 delivers solid externals, reliable internals, and enough upgrade potential to satisfy even the most tweak-happy techs. It’s the HK417 trimmed for action, not compromise.

Let’s start with the build. You’re getting full-metal construction throughout the upper and lower receivers. This thing feels every bit as serious as it looks, with no rattles or flex in the body. The aggressive quad rail front end gives you all the rail space you’ll need for grips, lights, or laser modules, and the 12-inch outer barrel gives it a compact, authoritative profile. Tactical black finish keeps it low-profile and clean, while 14mm CCW threading at the muzzle lets you fit suppressors or tracer units without faffing about with adapters.

Under the hood, this rifle is a tech’s dream. E&C has fitted it with their Version 2.0 full metal gearbox, complete with QD 2.0 spring system. That means you can adjust your FPS up or down in under a minute—no full strip-down required. Whether you’re tailoring it for CQB, field play, or even DMR roles, this platform gives you options. Out of the box, it’s clocking in at around 380 FPS with the stock spring, but you can push it to 410 FPS safely with a simple swap.

The gearbox internals hold up too. You’ve got 8mm bearings, steel gears, a polymer piston with a full steel tooth rack, and a reinforced polymer piston head. It’s a robust setup that’s built to take punishment—ideal if you’re planning to run 11.1v LiPos or higher torque motors down the line. This isn’t just another stock AEG—it’s a proper skirmish-ready build with longevity in mind.

Accuracy is handled by an adjustable rotary hop-up unit, accessible via a mock bolt lock-back function. That small touch makes a big difference when it comes to in-game tweaks, especially if you’re fine-tuning for heavier BBs in outdoor engagements. With a decent inner barrel length and the potential for hop-up upgrades, this rifle has mid-to-long range punch baked in from the start.

Ergonomically, it’s surprisingly easy to handle. The 12-inch configuration keeps it maneuverable, while the modern-style pistol grip and solid rear stock give it comfort and control. Battery wiring is rear-mounted to a Small Tamiya connector, and there’s enough space in the stock for most compact LiPo batteries. Despite its full-metal build and 3.8kg weight, it balances well and shoulders comfortably even during longer games or urban scenarios.

So, who’s this for? Intermediate to advanced players who want to get into the HK aesthetic without sacrificing playability. It’s also ideal for anyone wanting a compact platform that can be tuned for multiple game types—whether that’s standard skirmishes, mid-range field ops, or even DMR roles with a few tweaks. It’s tough, versatile, and unapologetically realistic.

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Features

• Full metal upper and lower receiver for enhanced realism and strength 
• 12-inch outer barrel – compact yet authoritative
• Quick Disassembly Gearbox System (QD 2.0) for ultra-fast spring changes
• Version 2.0 full metal gearbox – highly upgradable platform
• Adjustable rotary hop-up with mock bolt lock-back function
• Fires at 380 FPS out of the box, with potential for 410 FPS with spring swap
• Rear-wired to Small Tamiya connector
• 14mm CCW threaded barrel – compatible with tracers and suppressors

What you get

• E&C HK417A1 9” AEG with 12” Outer Barrel 
• High-capacity magazine
• Instruction manual
• (Battery and charger typically not included)

Details

• Brand: E&C
• Model: EC-201-9
• Calibre: 6mm BB
• Gearbox: Version 2.0 QD System
• Build: Full metal body and barrel assembly
• FPS: Approx. 380 (up to 410 with spring change)
• Hop-Up: Adjustable rotary (mock bolt lock access)
• Barrel Thread: 14mm CCW
• Wiring: Rear wired to Small Tamiya
• Weight: Approx. 3.8kg
• Length: Compact 12” barrel setup