New for 2024, the Saiga-12 SBS from Marui is a gas powered semi-automatic airsoft shotgun capable of firing 3 BBs simultaneously per trigger pull, resulting in the bolt blowing backwards and loading the next three BBs automatically, ready for the next trigger pull.
It differs from the full size Saiga 12 in that is has both semi and full auto capability. It also sports a dedicated railed front handguard with an array of 20mm accessory rails, which are also removable.
It is equipped with a Saiga-exclusive blowback engine that uses a large piston with a 19mm diameter. The bolt cycles with each shot, resulting in a considerable recoil to each shot.
The SBS model has a shorter 7.5" outer barrel, totalling 9" including the new aluminium flash hider.
On the last rounds fired, the bolt stays locked in the rearward position just like the real thing. This feature can be disabled if you wish to dry fire the gun.
Takedown procedure is the same as the real thing. Regular maintenance is required just like with any other GBBR. Having a variety of silicone oils and greases is required. We recommend the Abbey silicone dropper oil and Abbey silicone grease.
Lots of metal parts including the inner and outer barrel, sling mounts, trigger and trigger guard, side mount, magazine release, internal parts and magazine components.
The receiver cover and selector lever are made of pressed steel, just like the real thing.
Equipped with an enhanced buttstock that allows you to change the length of the stock with 6 unique positions. The stock is also foldable to the right side of the SBS.
The top of the handguard is equipped with a mount rail that functions as a front/rear sight. In addition, various optical sights can be installed by attaching the separately sold "Side Lock Mount Rail for AK74" to the side rail equipped on the receiver.
Ships with a new, larger 90rd magazine in a resin case. Temperature indicator on the internal gas tank face shows when the magazine gets too cold for use.
Triple hop-up system (fixed) allows for excellent range from all 3 BBs.
Note that the Saiga series does not have the same range as a typical AR platform GBBR, 25-30 metres is about the norm. Rate of fire is also lower and performance is optimal when fired at 20C or greater.

Fires at: 280fps
Weighs: 3.48kg
Length: 490-675-755mm

June 2024

Tokyo Marui Saiga SBS Shotgun