Umarex - Elite Force H8R Gen2 CO2-Powered Airsoft Revolver in Black (2.6446)

The Umarex Elite Force H8R Gen2 is a CO2-powered revolver that takes the familiar wheel-gun concept and gives it a thoroughly modern airsoft makeover. Instead of imitation cartridges and a traditional metal frame, the H8R uses a lightweight high-strength polymer body, quick-change 10-round rotary magazine discs and a distinctly futuristic profile. Finished in black and measuring approximately 210mm long by 150mm high, this is an airsoft pistol that feels compact and easy to handle without being toy-like. Its angular barrel shroud, exposed hammer and chunky frame give it plenty of character, while the practical magazine system makes considerably more sense for skirmishing than individually loading shells between games.

Starting at the muzzle and working backwards, the H8R Gen2 immediately shows its tactical intentions. The barrel sits inside a vented polymer shroud, with a 20mm accessory rail running underneath for compatible lights or other suitable accessories. A second 20mm rail is positioned along the top, giving players the option of fitting a compact airsoft optic if they want something different from the supplied sights. Those standard sights are already rather good, though. Green fibre optic elements at the front and rear are quick for the eye to find and provide a bright, uncluttered sight picture. They are particularly useful when moving between differently lit areas where plain black sights can disappear against a dark target.

The big improvement on the Gen2 model is the adjustable hop-up system. Hop-up applies controlled backspin to a 6mm airsoft BB, helping it maintain a flatter trajectory as it travels downrange. Being able to adjust that effect means the H8R can be tuned to suit your chosen BB weight rather than being stuck with a fixed factory setting. Muzzle velocity is approximately 325-340 FPS when tested with 0.20g BBs, although actual output can vary slightly with temperature, CO2 pressure, BB weight and individual examples. For a compact airsoft gun designed primarily as a sidearm, the combination of CO2 power and adjustable hop makes the Gen2 a much more useful proposition than a revolver built purely for looks.

The cylinder area is where the Elite Force H8R really separates itself from conventional airsoft revolvers. Rather than feeding BBs from individual replica cartridges, it accepts removable rotary discs, with each disc carrying 10 rounds. Three rotary magazines are supplied, so you have 30 rounds of magazine capacity available before the discs themselves need refilling. Changing one is refreshingly straightforward: open the cylinder section, remove the empty rotary disc and replace it with a loaded one. There's no handful of loose shells to chase around the safe zone and no lengthy reload procedure. You still get the distinctive revolver layout, just without pretending six rounds is an enormous amount of ammunition in the middle of a skirmish.

Moving farther back brings you to the hammer and trigger system, which supports both single-action and double-action shooting. In single action, manually cocking the hammer prepares the mechanism before the trigger is pressed, giving you a more deliberate firing sequence that suits carefully aimed shots. Double action allows the trigger movement to operate the mechanism and fire in one continuous pull, making follow-up shots considerably quicker. An integrated manual safety is positioned discreetly around the rear of the frame, providing a simple way of making the airsoft pistol safe when it isn't being fired. The H8R therefore keeps the mechanical involvement that makes revolvers entertaining while remaining straightforward enough for newer players to understand.

The grip houses the H8R's power source: a standard 12g CO2 capsule. Keeping the capsule inside the grip preserves the clean external shape and also places the gas supply where it doesn't interfere with the rotary magazine system. The grip itself has a substantial, ergonomic profile that fills the hand nicely, while the polymer construction helps prevent the H8R becoming unnecessarily heavy. That matters more than you might expect when a sidearm spends several hours sitting in a holster alongside the rest of your kit. CO2 also provides a punchy and generally consistent power source, although—as with any gas-powered airsoft gun—performance and shot count can vary according to ambient temperature, firing rate and the condition of the capsule and seals.

As a complete package, the Umarex Elite Force H8R Gen2 is an interesting alternative to the conventional semi-automatic airsoft pistol. It doesn't try to be an old-school replica with imitation brass shells and heavyweight construction. Instead, it takes the basic revolver format and asks how it can be made more practical for modern airsoft. The answer is a 10-round removable magazine, adjustable hop-up, dual 20mm rails, fibre optic sights and a manageable polymer frame. The black tactical styling works particularly well with futuristic, post-apocalyptic and modern loadouts, but the real appeal is how usable the design is once you're actually playing rather than simply admiring it on the bench.

If you like the deliberate trigger feel and unmistakable silhouette of a wheel gun but don't fancy individually loading cartridges every time the cylinder runs dry, the H8R Gen2 hits an unusual sweet spot. Product code 2.6446 identifies this black Gen2 model, and the package includes the revolver itself plus three 10-round rotary magazine discs. It uses standard 6mm airsoft BBs and requires a 12g CO2 capsule for operation. With its quick magazine changes, adjustable hop, single and double-action modes and useful accessory rails, this is a distinctive CO2 airsoft gun with features chosen for actual skirmish use rather than decoration alone.

Features

• CO2-powered Elite Force H8R Gen2 airsoft revolver 
• High-strength lightweight polymer body in black
• Adjustable Gen2 hop-up system
• 10-round removable rotary magazine system
• Single-action and double-action firing modes
• Green fibre optic front and rear sights
• Top and bottom 20mm accessory rails
• Ergonomic grip with concealed 12g CO2 compartment
• Quick-change rotary magazine design
• Integrated manual safety
• Approximately 325-340 FPS with 0.20g BBs
• Modern tactical and futuristic styling

What you get

• Umarex Elite Force H8R Gen2 CO2 Airsoft Revolver 
• 3 x 10-round rotary magazine discs
• User manual
• Retail packaging

Details

• Model: Elite Force H8R Gen2
• Product code: 2.6446
• Power source: 12g CO2 capsule
• Construction: High-strength polymer
• Colour: Black
• Length: Approximately 210mm
• Height: Approximately 150mm
• Magazine capacity: 10 rounds per rotary disc
• Included magazines: 3 rotary discs
• Hop-up: Adjustable
• Firing operation: Single action / double action
• Safety: Integrated manual safety
• Sights: Green fibre optic front and rear
• Accessory rails: Top and bottom 20mm rails
• Muzzle velocity: Approximately 325-340 FPS with 0.20g BBs
• Ammunition: 6mm airsoft BBs