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Ares L85A3
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Ares · Rifle · Electric

Ares L85A3

Badger Score
7.3/10
5 creator reviews · high confidence · read them

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Is the Ares L85A3 good?

Other creators rate it 7.3/10 across 5 reviews the index has read, with high confidence.

Liked: “it's the best yet a huge thank you to the people that sent this out to me” Airsoft Mike

Problem raised: “it does absolutely nothing for the rifle” Bespoke Airsoft

Key facts

Maker
Ares
Power
Electric
Type
Rifle
Status
In production
Price from
$407 at RedWolf Airsoft

What other creators say

Badger Score 7.3/10 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.

Airsoft Mike · hands-on · positive · 9/10
“it's the best yet a huge thank you to the people that sent this out to me”
The reviewer praises the Ares L85A3's build and programming features but criticizes the small battery compartment, ultimately giving it a high score.
Bespoke Airsoft · hands-on · mixed · 5.5/10 (inferred from stance)
“it does absolutely nothing for the rifle”
The reviewer tested the Ares L85A3 extensively, noting inconsistent performance on an 11.1V battery but stable results with a 7.4V battery. While praising the build and sound, they ultimately prefer the newer RDB model.
Patrol Base TV [PBTV] · hands-on · mixed · 5.5/10 (inferred from stance)
“I'm still not a huge fan, unfortunately.”
The reviewer notes the Ares L85A3 has a cult following but admits personal dislike despite praising its modern features and performance.
DTW AIRSOFT · hands-on · positive · 8/10 (inferred from stance)
“personally I find the l85 to be just a little bit better for me than the rdb”
The reviewer compares the Ares L85A3 to the Kel-Tec RDB, finding the L85 slightly better for him, praising its trigger response and build, but notes battery space is tight.
TWM12 · hands-on · positive · 8/10 (inferred from stance)
“it is an absolutely stunning package if you're looking to pick one up for a good price 100 recommend”
The reviewer praises the Ares L85A3 deluxe package, highlighting its build, case, and accessories, while noting magazine wobble and lack of manual. He recommends it and Gunfire, with positive overall stance.

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