B&T APC9 PRO, GBBR

The B&T APC9 PRO is a licensed gas blowback replica of B&T's compact submachine gun in standard configuration with full-length handguard and side-folding skeleton stock. The short, light build of just over 2.1 kg makes it well suited as a primary in CQB and as a secondary for snipers and support players who want something fast to switch to.

The original from Brugger & Thomet was updated in 2019 to the PRO version with, among other things, a non-reciprocating charging handle, and the airsoft version follows it with correct dimensions and factory markings. The system runs on green gas or CO2 via separate magazines and, according to retailer data, sits at around 106 m/s (approx. 1.13 J) with 0.20 g BBs, in both semi and full auto.

APC9 PRO – key features

These are the details that matter in practice:

• CNC-machined 6061-T6 upper: The upper receiver, handguard, charging handle and bolt are machined from anodised aircraft aluminium. That holds up better than cast zinc or polymer parts and feels like a real metal SMG.
• Steel tri-lug with 14 mm CCW thread: The outer barrel and tri-lug muzzle piece are S45C steel. Under the tri-lug sits a 14 mm CCW thread, so you can fit a tracer unit or mock suppressor to standard airsoft dimensions.
• Green gas or CO2: Choose your propellant via 20- or 30-round metal magazines. CO2 gives more stable pressure in the cold, green gas a softer action in warm weather.
• Ambidextrous controls: All controls and buttons are on both sides, and the layout resembles the AR-15. The non-reciprocating charging handle stays still while firing, so it does not interfere with your support hand.
• TDC hop-up and rails top and bottom: The hop-up can be fine-tuned precisely, and Picatinny rails top and bottom plus M-LOK slots leave room for a red dot, light, laser or foregrip.

Maintenance and safety

• Lightly lubricate the bolt, nozzle and rails with airsoft silicone oil, and store the magazines with a little gas in them to keep the seals tight.
• Always empty and remove the magazine before cleaning or putting the replica away, and clean the inner barrel regularly.
• Only use gas intended for airsoft and good-quality BBs, such as Hank Tactical BIO. Our workshop in Aulum, Denmark can help with servicing, fitting a tracer or setting up the hop-up.
• Always wear approved eye protection, and transport the replica in a closed bag.