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Pre-Order ETA December 2025 Cybergun FN Licensed M249 MINIMI "Featherweight" Airsoft Machine Gun (Model: Para / Tan / 400 FPS Electronic Trigger MOSFET / Add 1500rd Tan Sack Magazine)
73 Customer Reviews
by matthew t. on 03/15/2020
"First, I have to admit that I did win this gun through one of Evike's Epic Saturday giveaways. So, for what I paid for this gun, if I could score it a 10 out of 5 I would.
However, with that being said, the weather finally broke a little for me last weekend as I won this in early winter, and living in WNY, means very little play during the winter.
I did run this with an 11.1 battery. ROF was very nice and the gun performed as well as I hoped it would. I'll list the pros and cons:
Pros:
This can be a pro or con, however for me, the light weight build is a huge pro. This is my first machine gun, so I am getting acquainted with the support role. However, at least if you're in a jam, or your team just breaks down, you can definitely run and gun with this baby. I ran 2500 classic army box mag with this, and you will no be the most graceful player, however, you can lay down cover fire for yourself while you push up, or make for a quick get-away.
Distance and accuracy. Remember this is a machine gun it's not made for pinpoint accuracy. However, with that being said, this does have a decently tight grouping. Especially from distance. The range on this gun is flawless. Again, for suppressing, if you don't hit what you're shooting at, it definitely isn't moving. This gun out ranges several of my m4 models.
Cons:
Battery storage is tight. Under the dust cover, there are really only a handful of batteries that will do the job especially if you want that nice ROF with a 11.1 Personally, I ran with the Lancer Tactical butterfly 11.1 1200 mah battery. I recently purchased the Valken Energy brand on here. Other than these two batteries, unless you buy a small brick style, you're not going to find another 11.1 that will fit in this thing. Even with these, you have to be extremely careful when closing the dust cover not to crimp any wires or even the battery itself.
Technically not the gun, but the mag it comes with and the box mags:
Throughout the winter I was able to target shoot and test this gun a little bit. The mag it comes with does work in the sense you can load it into the gun and fire it. However, unless you're constantly winding it, you're not going to be doing a whole lot of "suppressing". I made sure I ordered both box mags for this gun before taking it out to a field to play with.
First, I did try several other brand magazines to see if they would fit the mag well, none of them did, nor did they feed.
I bought both the A&K 1500 round box mag on airsoftgi as well as the Classic Army 2500 round mag on here. Both worked, both are a little finicky. I test shot the A&K box mag during target practice and had no issue. The rechargeable battery is also nice, with one exception. If it dies on you, on the field, you're SOL. It worked both on sound control as well as on full auto for several hundred rounds. However, the biggest issue with this model is it's longevity. I'll need to use this model more for a longer period of time to either confirm or disprove this issue. Last thing I will say for this mag, if you want to run and gun this more like a beefy m4, go with this smaller box mag. It makes this gun much more maneuverable. Also it zips up so you won't run the risk of spilling all of your bbs out as you continue below.
Now for the big, bad boy, the Classic Army 2500 round box mag. When it worked, it was amazing. However, the sound control feature stopped working after only a couple burst fires. I had to switch it to full auto. This box mag is a little clunky, once while running with it, the side panel came off, causing me to spill out nearly 2000 rounds on the ground. I just called myself out and said some choice words looking at the money I literally just spread all over the muddy earth. I suggest maybe applying a piece of electrical tape or duct tape to ensure you don't have this happen to yourself on the field. It is battery operated which is kind of nice, so if it dies on you in the field, you can swap it out. However, unless you have good cover fire from your team, you'll mostly be out of commission for several minutes, as the batteries are located inside that same side panel I just mentioned, so you're going to want to be careful, not to spill thousands of bbs out, if your batteries die while in battle. Once I worked through these two issues, this magazine really did perform well. Especially being my first time using this, I can definitely chalk up some of the issues to the operator error with myself. Just remember, this is going to add substantial weight to the gun. After running around a couple 15 minute matches with this, fatigue does start to set in. Additionally, I now keep a firm grasp on the side panel when moving to ensure no repeat occurrences. This mag is more for a true support position. Finally, I'll simply need to use this more to really test how well and long it holds up.
Finally, the pistol grip on this thing is not very ergonomic. I suggest either filing / sanding it down, or only wield this gun with gloves if you don't want your hand to blister after a while.
In closing: Get a box mag, it's a machine gun. Lighter weight, nice to move around with. Be patient with box mags, it takes a little getting use to and you have to be gentle with them, at least the Classic Army model.
I hope this helps!
However, with that being said, the weather finally broke a little for me last weekend as I won this in early winter, and living in WNY, means very little play during the winter.
I did run this with an 11.1 battery. ROF was very nice and the gun performed as well as I hoped it would. I'll list the pros and cons:
Pros:
This can be a pro or con, however for me, the light weight build is a huge pro. This is my first machine gun, so I am getting acquainted with the support role. However, at least if you're in a jam, or your team just breaks down, you can definitely run and gun with this baby. I ran 2500 classic army box mag with this, and you will no be the most graceful player, however, you can lay down cover fire for yourself while you push up, or make for a quick get-away.
Distance and accuracy. Remember this is a machine gun it's not made for pinpoint accuracy. However, with that being said, this does have a decently tight grouping. Especially from distance. The range on this gun is flawless. Again, for suppressing, if you don't hit what you're shooting at, it definitely isn't moving. This gun out ranges several of my m4 models.
Cons:
Battery storage is tight. Under the dust cover, there are really only a handful of batteries that will do the job especially if you want that nice ROF with a 11.1 Personally, I ran with the Lancer Tactical butterfly 11.1 1200 mah battery. I recently purchased the Valken Energy brand on here. Other than these two batteries, unless you buy a small brick style, you're not going to find another 11.1 that will fit in this thing. Even with these, you have to be extremely careful when closing the dust cover not to crimp any wires or even the battery itself.
Technically not the gun, but the mag it comes with and the box mags:
Throughout the winter I was able to target shoot and test this gun a little bit. The mag it comes with does work in the sense you can load it into the gun and fire it. However, unless you're constantly winding it, you're not going to be doing a whole lot of "suppressing". I made sure I ordered both box mags for this gun before taking it out to a field to play with.
First, I did try several other brand magazines to see if they would fit the mag well, none of them did, nor did they feed.
I bought both the A&K 1500 round box mag on airsoftgi as well as the Classic Army 2500 round mag on here. Both worked, both are a little finicky. I test shot the A&K box mag during target practice and had no issue. The rechargeable battery is also nice, with one exception. If it dies on you, on the field, you're SOL. It worked both on sound control as well as on full auto for several hundred rounds. However, the biggest issue with this model is it's longevity. I'll need to use this model more for a longer period of time to either confirm or disprove this issue. Last thing I will say for this mag, if you want to run and gun this more like a beefy m4, go with this smaller box mag. It makes this gun much more maneuverable. Also it zips up so you won't run the risk of spilling all of your bbs out as you continue below.
Now for the big, bad boy, the Classic Army 2500 round box mag. When it worked, it was amazing. However, the sound control feature stopped working after only a couple burst fires. I had to switch it to full auto. This box mag is a little clunky, once while running with it, the side panel came off, causing me to spill out nearly 2000 rounds on the ground. I just called myself out and said some choice words looking at the money I literally just spread all over the muddy earth. I suggest maybe applying a piece of electrical tape or duct tape to ensure you don't have this happen to yourself on the field. It is battery operated which is kind of nice, so if it dies on you in the field, you can swap it out. However, unless you have good cover fire from your team, you'll mostly be out of commission for several minutes, as the batteries are located inside that same side panel I just mentioned, so you're going to want to be careful, not to spill thousands of bbs out, if your batteries die while in battle. Once I worked through these two issues, this magazine really did perform well. Especially being my first time using this, I can definitely chalk up some of the issues to the operator error with myself. Just remember, this is going to add substantial weight to the gun. After running around a couple 15 minute matches with this, fatigue does start to set in. Additionally, I now keep a firm grasp on the side panel when moving to ensure no repeat occurrences. This mag is more for a true support position. Finally, I'll simply need to use this more to really test how well and long it holds up.
Finally, the pistol grip on this thing is not very ergonomic. I suggest either filing / sanding it down, or only wield this gun with gloves if you don't want your hand to blister after a while.
In closing: Get a box mag, it's a machine gun. Lighter weight, nice to move around with. Be patient with box mags, it takes a little getting use to and you have to be gentle with them, at least the Classic Army model.
I hope this helps!
by Nickolas M. on 03/02/2020
"By any chamce does anyone know how i would be able to attach a tracer unit to one these, im taking it to a night game and need a tracer but have no idea on how to attach one
by isaac N. on 02/20/2020
"I ordered this gun 5 days ago when it was on sale and let me just say, I love it. before this year I had never been real serious about airsoft but a few friends have brought me back into it and this gun Is going to be my go to primary for a long time.
Pros:
looks aggressive
light weight
evike's amazing shopping experience
good fps (I got the performance version)
feels sturdy
loud, has a good pop
has great rps with a 11.1v 3s lipo ( I have a bunch from modifying nerf guns :D
Cons:
the box it came in was a little banged up (not evike's fault)
the charging handle isn't very secure, although it has no real function
this is my main complaint, the battery compartment is TINY, I might be able to squeeze one of my 1000mill 3s lipos in there but it will be tight. there is just enough space between the door and stock that I can route my mini Tamia to xt60 adaptor through the hole but ill need to make a battery case as lipos are rather unstable and might explode if they get shot so you will need some tools and basic metalworking skills to make a good battery box
overall 5\5
Pros:
looks aggressive
light weight
evike's amazing shopping experience
good fps (I got the performance version)
feels sturdy
loud, has a good pop
has great rps with a 11.1v 3s lipo ( I have a bunch from modifying nerf guns :D
Cons:
the box it came in was a little banged up (not evike's fault)
the charging handle isn't very secure, although it has no real function
this is my main complaint, the battery compartment is TINY, I might be able to squeeze one of my 1000mill 3s lipos in there but it will be tight. there is just enough space between the door and stock that I can route my mini Tamia to xt60 adaptor through the hole but ill need to make a battery case as lipos are rather unstable and might explode if they get shot so you will need some tools and basic metalworking skills to make a good battery box
overall 5\5
by Luis L. on 02/11/2020
"I just received the FN para "lightweight" M249 and it is a beast. First off it looks real, feels real, and we'll made. Great quality for the price, highly recommend. Luis
by Michael D. on 01/10/2020
"Just picked this up and fielded this in CQB play. Excellent accuracy and very small cone of fire. The only downsides I can say is the small battery compartment and the M16/M4 mag well is not compatible with other brands. Of course having the 2500rd box fixed that.
by Jack C. on 12/31/2019
"Despite it being called the feather weight, it still has some weight. It’s still heavy duty and the bi pod is good. Performs very well. 10/10 would recommend as an LMG.
by Robert P. on 11/17/2019
"This gun was amazing cause i used it during a rainy day and i even fell on it trying to run back to a trench. The gun shoots consistency but if you want a faster rate of fire I would recommend getting a 11.4 lipo battery . Overall this gun is really sturdy and accurate.
by Benita Y. on 10/03/2019
"Get an A&K if you want a full metal heavier version, but otherwise get this if you want an M249 equipped with a 2500 round drum mag!
by Sam H. on 10/02/2019
"I just got mine and had a few games with it, all in all I am very happy with it. I have ran into no problems with this gun, and whether it is a CQB or outdoor field, this gun always performs on par with a powerful look to it along the way. Works with all my A&K drum mag and M4 mags which is cool as my local field only allow full auto when you use a SAW. This is a great rifle for both beginners and for veterans. Gearbox is easy to work on and it is the same weight as an m4 with much more firepower!
by Zack K. on 10/01/2019
"it's very good for a beginner AEG. The buffer tube is made out of polymer but very sturdy, and that probably shaves 12 oz of weight so it can be a positive thing to many people, but that is my only gripe, otherwise it's pretty awesome to have a M249 the weight of an M4. Gearbox is your Marui m4 with the quick change spring like the Specna Arms M4 series. All in all a great overall buy and I would recommend this gun to beginners and verterans.
by Colton S. on 10/01/2019
"Pre-ordered this gun and got it yesterday.......Really love the gun. The para trooper model is very light. its very accurate and the plastic/polymer is surprisingly strong. The rail space is super nice, as i have attached numerous mods to it.... Overall the gun is built very sturdy and good. This is my new primary!
by James S. on 09/30/2019
"Good gun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by JJ S. on 04/03/2025
"This is a great gun! the only thing I would Change about it is the inner barrel size. Other than that great gun would recommend. Just dont get the sack package because the sack doesnt work! Terrible Sack design.
by Brocklund M. on 09/05/2024
"They sent the wrong size stock pins but that's fine it still works without the stock. but it also cant feed mid cap or low cap mags.
But it's a cool machine gun.
But it's a cool machine gun.
by Preston R. on 08/17/2024
"I've been wanting to get my hands on one of these for a while, and I'm happy that a deal came my way. I've been playing for over 12 years, and have owned *many* MGs- 240B, M60, heavyweight 249, RPK, etc. I've gotten a lot of questions about this platform and I have withheld recommending it or not until owning one.
Bottom Line Up Front: This is good for kids and smaller players to get a taste of what being a support gunner on a field is actually like. It is cheap and feels cheap, but the internals are solid enough to last you until you want to upgrade.
Pros:
- Lightweight. It's in the name. It is as light as most metal-body M4s before adding BBs.
- Price. Good for players on a budget or players who want to have some extra money to upgrade.
Cons:
- Body. Calling this a 'polymer' body is a stretch, though technically correct... when I hear 'polymer,' I think of the old Combat Machine bodies that could take a beating. This is *not* that. This is plastic. It feels like the same plastic as you might have in clamshell packaging. This isn't necessarily a bad thing- it keeps weight and price low. But if you're buying it thinking that this is going to feel anywhere close to real.... think again.
- Battery Space. Wiring to the feed tray is always a little iffy. You might be able to modify it to wire to the buffer tube. The battery space here is small, very small, but you can fit a mini brick into it. Just be aware.
Bottom Line Up Front: This is good for kids and smaller players to get a taste of what being a support gunner on a field is actually like. It is cheap and feels cheap, but the internals are solid enough to last you until you want to upgrade.
Pros:
- Lightweight. It's in the name. It is as light as most metal-body M4s before adding BBs.
- Price. Good for players on a budget or players who want to have some extra money to upgrade.
Cons:
- Body. Calling this a 'polymer' body is a stretch, though technically correct... when I hear 'polymer,' I think of the old Combat Machine bodies that could take a beating. This is *not* that. This is plastic. It feels like the same plastic as you might have in clamshell packaging. This isn't necessarily a bad thing- it keeps weight and price low. But if you're buying it thinking that this is going to feel anywhere close to real.... think again.
- Battery Space. Wiring to the feed tray is always a little iffy. You might be able to modify it to wire to the buffer tube. The battery space here is small, very small, but you can fit a mini brick into it. Just be aware.