VFC AIMS

nachostheclown · February 14th, 2008, 20:04

Part 1

This was sort of an on the whim purchase. I liked the look of the gun and the blow-back feature interested me. It was purchased from WGC for $418.00 plus shipping.

The box it came in was for a VFC AK74, I'm not sure why they did this. It's possible the gun is so new, VFC has not created an AIMS box. In the box you will find the gun, a 600 round mag, instructions for an AK74 and a two page instruction insert with AIMS specific instuctions.
What you get in the box.

The guns external build is of the usual VFC high quality. The body finish is very similar to their AK74 series guns.
As compared to VFC AK74U

The stock is all steel as is the locking mechanism. The stock locks solid in either the up or closed postion.

Hop-up is accessed by pulling the charging handle back.

Markings on the selector lever.

Sights are steel and fully adjustable.

Markings on the left side of the weapon.

Skladfin · February 14th, 2008, 20:12

ONE BEAUTIFUL MOTHER F

nachostheclown · February 14th, 2008, 20:19

Part 2

The gun takes a standard 8.4 volt stick type battery. The battery compartment is the standard folding stock type, accessed by removing the dust cover. It uses a standard car fuse, like other VFC models.

Muzzle brake is screwed on and then held in place by a spring loaded pin.

Size comparison with M4

Now onto the blow-back feature. It's with out a doubt a neat feature. I did however noticed that in semi the bolt would bind up and I would have to take pressure off the return spring and fire a round to get it to cycle again. I have not attempted to take apart the gearbox and really figure out how it works. In the attached video you will see how the bolt is run off the gearbox. You'll notice that when the piston does not make a full revolution the bolt does not return to battery. The 2 page instruction insert says that if you attempt to use a 9.6 or higher the bolt will automatically disconnect. Don't know if I believe that. Excuse the large battery and the jury rig, I did not have a stick charged.

As far as how does it shoot. That will have to wait till this weekend for a true test. I'll update the review after I get some time with the gun.

nachostheclown · February 15th, 2008, 00:19

Disabling the blow-back

This is how easy it is to disable.

And I'm done. If I was not holding the camera I could do it in less then 15 seconds.

Qlong · February 15th, 2008, 01:35

wish i had a second home in the US

Blackspeed416 · February 15th, 2008, 23:25

Disappointed that I could see the rest of your album. Anymore gun pics?

nachostheclown · February 17th, 2008, 13:48

The gun received a full in game test last night, gun performed quite well. I'm not to impressed by the included magazine. The mag is a bit sloppy when seated. Other VFC mags fit and function much better. With the exception of the mag, this is another great entry to the VFC line.

jamesaddiction · February 17th, 2008, 18:05

How much was it with shipping included? I just want to know how much the whole gun is on order to import it?

Did you go through Ken or AA to get it?

ILLUSIVE1 · February 17th, 2008, 18:11

He is from the states. And it says $418 at the top of post.

jamesaddiction · February 17th, 2008, 18:35

I got ya. These are pretty good pictures. Since I will be building an AIMS from scratch (hopefully soon), I have all these pictures to look to for all those small details I need.

Cheers!

nachostheclown · February 18th, 2008, 22:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamesaddiction

I got ya. These are pretty good pictures. Since I will be building an AIMS from scratch (hopefully soon), I have all these pictures to look to for all those small details I need.

Cheers!

Glad I could help. Let me know if you need any other pics.

blueadam88 · February 26th, 2008, 18:52

what bout the internals in the gearbox? I know it shoots at around 330 FPS... Does it have the same internal assembly as the other V3 gbox? Is FPS upgrade possible?

nachostheclown · February 29th, 2008, 12:52

I have not pulled apart the gearbox but from what I can tell it appears to be a pretty standard version 3. Looks like it would be pretty easy to upgrade.

super.felix · May 10th, 2008, 14:35

The wood is nice but fragile , the varnish can gone out easily like as many VFC wooden handguards

KNIVEZS · May 10th, 2008, 14:57

nice looking guns

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February 14th, 2008, 20:04	#1
nachostheclown Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Depew, NY	VFC AIMS Review Part 1 This was sort of an on the whim purchase. I liked the look of the gun and the blow-back feature interested me. It was purchased from WGC for $418.00 plus shipping. The box it came in was for a VFC AK74, I'm not sure why they did this. It's possible the gun is so new, VFC has not created an AIMS box. In the box you will find the gun, a 600 round mag, instructions for an AK74 and a two page instruction insert with AIMS specific instuctions. What you get in the box. The guns external build is of the usual VFC high quality. The body finish is very similar to their AK74 series guns. As compared to VFC AK74U The stock is all steel as is the locking mechanism. The stock locks solid in either the up or closed postion. Hop-up is accessed by pulling the charging handle back. Markings on the selector lever. Sights are steel and fully adjustable. Markings on the left side of the weapon. Last edited by nachostheclown; February 15th, 2008 at 00:26..

February 15th, 2008, 01:35	#5
Qlong Division Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Scarborough, Ontario	wish i had a second home in the US __________________ Weee!

February 15th, 2008, 23:25	#6
Blackspeed416 Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2007	Disappointed that I could see the rest of your album. Anymore gun pics? __________________ VFC HK416D 14.5RS Laylax Mode-2 Suppressor Hurricane EOTech 551 RICO Alpha 9 Tactical Light KM TN Teflon coated 6.04 barrel Stock Gearbox Systema Magnum Motor FTW!!! Phantom Ciras RS CAA 6 Position Retractable Stock S Arms M4 160rd Midcap Magazines Magpul PTS Enhanced Trigger Guard Magpul PTS MIAD Grip Kit Magpul Ranger Plates NcStar Mark III Advance Tactical Compact Scope

February 14th, 2008, 20:12	#2
Skladfin Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia	ONE BEAUTIFUL MOTHER F

February 14th, 2008, 20:19	#3
nachostheclown Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Depew, NY	Part 2 The gun takes a standard 8.4 volt stick type battery. The battery compartment is the standard folding stock type, accessed by removing the dust cover. It uses a standard car fuse, like other VFC models. Muzzle brake is screwed on and then held in place by a spring loaded pin. Size comparison with M4 Now onto the blow-back feature. It's with out a doubt a neat feature. I did however noticed that in semi the bolt would bind up and I would have to take pressure off the return spring and fire a round to get it to cycle again. I have not attempted to take apart the gearbox and really figure out how it works. In the attached video you will see how the bolt is run off the gearbox. You'll notice that when the piston does not make a full revolution the bolt does not return to battery. The 2 page instruction insert says that if you attempt to use a 9.6 or higher the bolt will automatically disconnect. Don't know if I believe that. Excuse the large battery and the jury rig, I did not have a stick charged. As far as how does it shoot. That will have to wait till this weekend for a true test. I'll update the review after I get some time with the gun.

February 15th, 2008, 00:19	#4
nachostheclown Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Depew, NY	Disabling the blow-back This is how easy it is to disable. And I'm done. If I was not holding the camera I could do it in less then 15 seconds.

February 17th, 2008, 13:48	#7
nachostheclown Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Depew, NY	The gun received a full in game test last night, gun performed quite well. I'm not to impressed by the included magazine. The mag is a bit sloppy when seated. Other VFC mags fit and function much better. With the exception of the mag, this is another great entry to the VFC line.

February 17th, 2008, 18:05	#8
jamesaddiction Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto	How much was it with shipping included? I just want to know how much the whole gun is on order to import it? Did you go through Ken or AA to get it?

February 17th, 2008, 18:11	#9
ILLUSIVE1 Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Toronto	He is from the states. And it says $418 at the top of post.

February 17th, 2008, 18:35	#10
jamesaddiction Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto	I got ya. These are pretty good pictures. Since I will be building an AIMS from scratch (hopefully soon), I have all these pictures to look to for all those small details I need. Cheers!

February 26th, 2008, 18:52	#12
blueadam88 Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008	what bout the internals in the gearbox? I know it shoots at around 330 FPS... Does it have the same internal assembly as the other V3 gbox? Is FPS upgrade possible?

February 29th, 2008, 12:52	#13
nachostheclown Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Depew, NY	I have not pulled apart the gearbox but from what I can tell it appears to be a pretty standard version 3. Looks like it would be pretty easy to upgrade.

May 10th, 2008, 14:35	#14
super.felix Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: FRANCE	The wood is nice but fragile , the varnish can gone out easily like as many VFC wooden handguards

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