True... but that doesn't mean I don't know what you guys are doing to the gearbox.

And BTW... dremel not required.

Sorry to bring back old thread from July. To REX3453, I said "Take down" meaning we don't delete a thread base on KWA bashing. Locking a thread is necessary because it becomes a flame war and non-productive. I'm pretty sure ASF have similar policy. Am I right Robert? If he's even reading this.

As to Bossman, I was an extremely active ASF member since 2005. I'm very old school and from the days of Systema / TM upgrades. Consider you guys are being spoil compared to the cost what I used to spend on AEG upgrades. And to answer your question am I being a KWA Fan boy? Well.... not because I'm a fan boy but I got recruited by KWA in 2008 so I might know a thing or two about airsoft guns. Just saying.

This is the reason why we ask anyone wants to upgrade to visit KWA forum. IT CAN BE DONE and I'm old school of Systema upgrade. You get the straight answer without the BS to filtered.

Stopped by here once in a blue moon and every time I've seen some very unfounded claims and misinformation on KWA guns. Please, if you really want to learn. visit KWA technical forum. Just like Philsaudio said, lots can be done on the Type 3 gearbox.

Questions is... what other aftermarket parts is available for G36 platform in the first place?

Seriously, what thread are you talking about? KWA forum don't take down any thread just because people complains about the gun.

That would be kinda hard to find. Shooter's design made some nice slide that will fit on KSC/KWA slide but they are bit too heavy and will effect performance of the gun.

Haven't tried G&P... one from Echo1 does work with KWA M16.
The only one I know for sure doesn't fit properly and will affect the barrel is one from CA.

I would strongly suggest you head over to KWA forum for upgrade information.

Then I'm not sure what's in the Airsoft Innovation silicon oil. KWA package comes with little bottle of silicon oil as well and those have no issue at all.
Then again, any oil should stay out of hop-up bucking in the first place.

This only apply when using spray type silicon oil which contains aerosol. (not good with rubber aka Urethane) it's fine using RC car shock oil like 25-30 wt.

BTW, the latest batch of ATP have snappier recoil spring. A trigger safety is also added to the gun.

You can find more info here on KWA website.

http://kwausa.com/forums/index.php?showforum=43

Don't know about you... I'm buying HK45 soon as the gun arrive in our warehouse.

It will fit. KWA receiver pivot like a TM so you'll need to use a 2-piece hop-up that with the gun.

In terms of ATP upgrade. The internal is just like the old KWA M17 or KSC G17 series. So literally all KSC G17 upgrade parts can be install on the ATP.

However, ATP also have a few upgraded parts like metal rocket valve. Hurricane KSC G17 upgrade kit is also a good option. Aftermarket barrels made for the KSC G17 also fit. ie. KM Head, Mad Bull, PDI... etc...

Range is also not an issue with ATP. Check out this video on actual combat footage using ATP. He's got multiple of them.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRJc6wQkk-g...yKevquFdiRWHfDf

Most of the time you can't see the damage on the follower. If it doesn't slide, it's either the follower is deformed or damage. The mag body itself may have a burr in the channel. If you can't fix it yourself I would recommend you contact KWA Help Desk. And since you are located in SoCal. You might be close enough to drop the mag off at the service center located in City of Industry.

You need to determine which version do you have. Try this...

Rack the slide open and look at the nozzle. It's metal and silver. You most likely have Pre-NS2/Pre-System7 gas engine.

If the nozzle is black and polymer, then you have a NS2/System7 gas engine.

Your magazine can also tell which version. If you don't see the BB follower then you have the Pre NS2 version.

Like wise, if the mag have BB follower that you can pull down and lock then you have the NS2 version.

BTW, found another smaller caliber is 380 ACP. Glock 25 I believe.

No problem. but you are correct about the compact glock. M19 and M26 mags are too short for standard ATP.

ATP's are base on M series pistols especially the M17. It is compatible to Glock 17, 34 holster. ie, Serpa, Blade-Tech, Safariland etc...
As for internal parts, it's about 95% the same M17, with adjustment to the inner frame structure and barrel. Difference are mostly in material change. Most noticeable is the rocket value is now a metal on the ATP.
You can definitely use existing M series mag as well.

Now... about the smaller "caliber" AFAIK, Glock smallest caliber is 9mm. Which is deploy on G17, G18c, G34. So I'm not sure what do you mean by smaller caliber pistols have different sized magazine. Maybe I'm reading something wrong here.

For most up to date information on KWA products please visit KWA official forum at http://kwausa.com/forums/ Thanks.

We'll be there....

Gearbox in Fullerton?! going to cost you an arm and leg.

City of Industry, CA - July 18th, 2011 – Today, KWA announced the Heckler and Koch HK45 gas blow back pistol, a licensed airsoft replica through a manufacturing agreement with UMAREX Sportwaffen GmbH & Co KG, the worldwide exclusive holder of H&K trademark. Following the recently released H&K Mk23 USSOCOM pistol, this new pistol will further compliment the successful line of H&K GBB pistols, which have seen two generations of KWA GBB technology.

Whether as a professional or an enthusiast, users will appreciate all the realistic features this replica has to offer. Like its real firearm counterpart, the HK45 includes a new modular backstrap allowing users to effortlessly customize the ergonomics of the pistol to accommodate a variety of hand sizes. The pistol includes an ambidextrous slide release, improved magazine release, and improved decocker/safety allowing for enhanced control. Among these features is the NS2 gas system that is unique to all KWA GBB pistols that will significantly enhance the performance of the H&K HK45.

Additional information and pricing for the H&K HK45 will be released later this year. The Heckler & Koch HK45 will be available only through KWA Authorized Resellers.


KWA leads the industry with innovative and high performing airsoft products by combining precision engineering and a passion to outperform. Through an industry leading warranty and customer service, KWA strives to produce the highest quality airsoft products and to ensure complete customer satisfaction. The 2GX gearbox and NS2 GBB systems has set the standard in airsoft technology.

For information: http://www.kwausa.com
Contact: sales<AT>kwausa.com
Phone: 626-581-1777

I would believe it if his reply is not full of conceit.

On the other hand, I'm not naive to think our guns aren't without problems. We have been actively addressing each one of them. Either it's fixing QC issue or improve internal parts, we want our customers to be able to enjoy their purchase. This is why we've spend so much time and effort to build up customer service dept.

In any case, I don't post on ASF unless it is absolutely necessary. If you guys are curious about why we do things differently then please visit KWA Forum.

Please keep your hop-up clean of any oil and grease. There is really no reason to spray any silicon inside. It will actually does more harm as spray silicon oil contain aerosol. When in contain with urethane (rubber bucking) it will expand. MP7 hop-up housing is very tight so doesn't have much room to expand and will cause BB jam. Use silicon oil (in a bottle), just a few drop into the piston cup and that's pretty much all you need to do.