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Action Army AAP-01C
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Action Army AAP-01C

Badger Score
5.5/10
5 creator reviews · high confidence · read them
Tested by Ed
9/10
His verdict · watch the video
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Is the Action Army AAP-01C good?

Ed tested it on camera in March 2025 and rated it 9/10.

Other creators rate it 5.5/10 across 5 reviews the index has read, with high confidence.

Liked: “So the heavier the better if you use this gun.” Bespoke Airsoft

Problem raised: “it's too stiff out of the box” Gaosen Kinetics

Key facts

Maker
Action Army
Power
Gas
Type
GBB pistol

What other creators say

Badger Score 5.5/10 from 5 reviews read by the index (high confidence). Hands-on tests weigh more than unboxings; stated scores beat inferred ones. Each line links to the creator’s video.

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Gaosen Kinetics · hands-on · mixed · 5.5/10 (inferred from stance)
“it's too stiff out of the box”
The reviewer compares the AAP-01C to the original, noting a compact size, metal rear sight, and a bolt that is stiff initially but functions well after break-in.
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DTW AIRSOFT · hands-on · mixed · 5.5/10 (inferred from stance)
“it's a compact AAP that by the looks of it is not going to be as customizable as the original”
The reviewer tested the Action Army AAP-01C, praising its grip and ambidextrous features but criticizing reduced customization and long-range performance.
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Analytical Airsoft · hands-on · negative · 3/10 (inferred from stance)
“obviously this 1C is a dud”
The reviewer finds the AAP-01C unreliable with cycling issues and low power, preferring the original AAP-01 despite higher UK prices.
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Jeff the KID 傑夫 · hands-on · mixed · 5.5/10 (inferred from stance)
“I think it's okay. It's not a lot.”
The reviewer tested the AAP-01C and found it similar to the AAP-01 with minor ergonomic improvements, but questioned its value given the higher price and shorter barrel.
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Bespoke Airsoft · hands-on · positive · 8/10 (inferred from stance)
“So the heavier the better if you use this gun.”
The reviewer unboxed and fired the AAP-01C, noting its new mold, ambidextrous controls, and accessible hop-up. He chronoed it and found heavier BBs are needed for optimal performance.

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Tested by Ed

The AAP1C keeps the same internals as the original AAP1, so all the aftermarket parts fit and the customization is endless. Out of the box it chronoed between 283 and 300 FPS on 0.20g BBs and ran at 18 rounds per second on full auto, which is pretty quick. The trigger isn't the best and the orange tip is horrible, but the included barrel stabilizer cleans up the front end once the tip is removed. For around $100, a full-auto pistol in this size package is a fantastic deal, and I definitely recommend it.

From Action Army AAP-01C Review – $100 Full-Auto Airsoft Pistol Unboxed & Tested! · 2025-03-29 · unboxing · rated 9/10

What he said, by aspect

build“It is all polymer. The bolt is polymer as well... but these are very hardwearing.” at 08:388
gas power consistency“the internal bolt here... is why this thing's gas efficiency is so good” at 14:418
chrono consistency“between 300 and 283... that's pretty good in terms of the variance” at 20:148
accuracy range“the barrel length isn't great, but it does actually have good range” at 19:447
ergonomics“it is not got the best trigger to be honest” at 14:196
value“a full auto airsoft gun in this size package for $100. It really is a fantastic deal” at 21:059
parts support“the customization you can do on it is endless... so many companies now make aftermarket parts” at 00:3710
externals fidelity“it doesn't really look like a real steel firearm... not one that I recognize” at 02:25—

From Action Army AAP-01C Review – $100 Full-Auto Airsoft Pistol Unboxed & T. Aspect numbers are extracted from what Ed said on camera; “—” means he described it but gave no number.

Problems he hit

Original AAP1 broken, spring sticking out of front end (unit had upgraded bolt installed) · 04:01

Out of the box

0.2BB weight (g)
17FPS spread
110Price quoted

Chronoed 283-300 FPS on 0.20g BBs with 150 PSI green gas; 18 RPS full auto. Price: ~$100 typical, $95 US version, $110 international (this unit). Takes Glock 17 mags, not Glock 19. Polymer build, polymer bolt. Orange tip removed, included barrel stabilizer installed.

Caveats

  • No accuracy or range test performed in this video
  • Chrono used 150 PSI green gas, hotter than Ed's usual pistol gas
  • Broken AAP1 shown had an upgraded bolt installed, not stock
  • Mag capacity described only as low, no number given
  • Range and durability claims draw on Ed's prior AAP-01 platform experience
  • Hybrid lower/HPA conversion and trigger swap are future videos, not covered here

His videos

Action Army AAP-01C Review – $100 Full-Auto Airsoft Pistol Unboxed & Tested!
2025-03-29 · unboxing · AAP-01C compact · Ed 9/10

Every claim here links to the moment Ed said it. His scores are his alone and are never for sale.

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