Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL¹ ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG

Specna Arms
Code:
1,429.00 kr.
  • High-density polymer/CNC alu handguard
  • Licensed by Daniel Defense®
  • HAL¹ ETU Pre-installed - Programmable fire modes

If you've been checking out MK18 AEG platforms, the Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG is a fantastic option to weigh up. This licensed and trademarked MK18 AEG adds an enhanced real steel receiver to the Milspec MK18 mix, providing an iconic design with an added sprinkling of realism from the real steel Daniel Defense® trademarks.

This, the latest SA-C19 is rocking Specna's HAL¹ ETU, boasting programmable fire controls and several quality-of-life functions built-in, all for barely more money than the original. The HAL¹ allows you to select binary trigger, AUG mode and sniper delay instead of semi-auto and semi-auto lock, 3-round burst or 5-round burst instead of full auto. Also available are 5 levels of trigger sensitivity adjustment, 6 levels of adjustable pre-cocking, active braking and a low battery voltage alarm. Like the original, the HAL¹ equipped version also has a 6.03mm tightbore inner barrel, giving it above-average accuracy potential and a slight rise in FPS from the same strength spring. Impressive stuff for an entry-level price point!

Full description

Description

The MK18 is one of the most iconic platforms available on the market. However, few can boast that they have the real steel trademarks that the Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG has. This Airsoft replica is almost indistinguishable from its real steel brother, so those who love their realism are sure to love this.

Inside the SA-C19 we are treated to the HAL ETU/MOSFET, a lovely addition for no extra cost! The HAL¹ ETU offers binary trigger, AUG mode and sniper delay instead of semi-auto and semi-auto lock, 3-round burst or 5-round burst instead of full auto, along with several quality-of-life improvements and most importantly for CQB, adjustable pre-cocking! Pre-cocking positions the piston at the rear of its cycle after a shot, meaning when you pull the trigger the response is practically instantaneous, ideal for semi-auto duels in the close confines of a CQB site. 

A considerable improvement over the original SA-C19, the HAL¹ ETU adds a lot of functionality to this compact and lightweight player-friendly platform. With no more trigger lock-ups when shooting semi-auto, plenty of fire mode options and the pre-installed 6.03mm tightbore inner barrel and rotary HOP-up combo which made the original SA-C19 CORE such a solid choice, the new version is hard to beat!

Starting at the tip of the alloy outer barrel we are met with a birdcage flash hider which conceals 14mm CCW male threading beneath. The birdcage suits the MK18 build well, but if you are going full SF with this rifle you will be happy to learn it can accept any tracer unit or suppressor which mounts to the common 14mm CCW male threading. A KAC or SF-style suppressor or tracer would be perfect on this rifle!

The Daniel Defense® handguard begins practically immediately following the flash hider, being 10 inches in overall length. This handguard is practically identical to the real steel MK18 handguard and boasts 20mm Picatinny rails machined in at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock positions along the full length of the handguard. The lower section of the handguard can also be removed, leaving the bare barrel exposed to allow an M203 grenade launcher to be mounted in the most realistic way possible, just like the real thing. Whatever you plan on mounting to your primary, this MK18 can take it!

The upper rail of the handguard meets the receiver rail seamlessly, providing a massive 16-inches of uninterrupted rail space along the top; perfect for optical sights of any length! As you will receive it, the Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG has a set of polymer flip-up aperture iron sights pre-installed on this rail which are fully adjustable and can either serve as primary sights to tide you over until you get a red dot on this bad boy, or left flipped down to act as back up sights to your primary sight.

Next up we reach the receiver, which is of a standard and instantly recognizable M4/AR-15 configuration with controls laid out in a considerate and ergonomic manner, allowing the SA-C19 to be manipulated quickly and instinctively by veterans, or learned rapidly by new users. 

The fire selector lever can be found just above the pistol grip, on the left side of the AEG, providing 3 modes of fire, SAFE, SEMI, and AUTO, with a 90-degree throw between each. The fire modes are helpfully marked in recessed text on the receiver and the selector switch locks positively into each mode with the help of texture on its surface to guarantee you can stay in control of your fire modes. The magazine release is on the right side of the magazine well and is accessible for a right-handed user with their trigger finger or by a lefty using their off-hand thumb

Pulling back the extended charging handle, at the rear of the receiver, will pop open the dust cover and retract the mock bolt carrier which allows access to the rotary HOP-up adjuster. This is the latest HOP-up unit design for the M4/AR-15 and provides finer increments of adjustment and holds its setting more effectively when compared to the older gear style HOP-up unit. The charging handle has an extended latch for easier access, allowing even those with thick gloves to access the HOP-up unit, though you may need to remove your glove to adjust the unit!

The bolt catch on the left side of the receiver does not function but is nonetheless a separate moveable part to reduce the common tell-tale signs of a replica. The forward assist is a similar story, being present on the right side of the upper receiver and being another separate moving part which can be pressed in but has no effect on the function of the AEG. A new addition to this HAL-equipped SA-C19 is its flat trigger, enhancing the military aesthetic with a touch of modernity and providing an easily slappable trigger for snappy double taps in semi-auto. 

The pistol grip of the SA-C19 is an M16A2/M4A1 style pistol grip, also known as the "A2" finger ridged grip. The A2 has diamond checkering on either side and linear texture on the back strap to provide excellent gripping qualities whether you wear gloves or not. The finger ridge is designed to help you keep hold of the rifle and prevent the grip from slipping out of your hands when held in a single hand. As with most M4/AR-15 AEGs, this grip is compatible with aftermarket M4/AR-15 AEG grips, ideal for customisation addicts!

The battery compartment is inside the crane stock, accessible by squeezing the two tabs at the toe of the stock together, after which you can lift the butt plate off, remove the battery plug and make use of the stock's built-in battery compartment to house a nunchuck/crane-style battery. Being equipped with the HAL ETU, we are also treated to a Deans/t-plug battery connector, a lower resistance alternative to the mini-Tamiya found on previous Specna Arms CORE AEGs. For the SA-C19, we recommend a 7.4V 1450mAh LiPo crane/nunchuck battery for an easy fit and great performance.

The Crane stock also includes a pair of QD sling sockets, one on each side, allowing for QD sling swivels to be added for a quick removable sling setup. Conventional sling slots (aka "footman loops") are also present for those who want a two-point sling but prefer the old-fashioned way. The butt plate is also made from grippy rubber, ensuring your SA-C19 doesn't slip off your shoulder at a critical moment. 

Inside the HAL¹ equipped SA-C19, we have an alloy V2 gearbox shell with 18:1 ratio steel gears running on 8mm bushings. The spring guide is an ESA quick change example, making power tuning a breeze for those who want to get as close to site limits as possible. The inner barrel is a 6.03mm tightbore paired with a rotary HOP-up unit, giving you superb accuracy potential and the most up-to-date HOP-up unit style for M4/AR-15 AEGs. All internal parts are Tokyo Marui AEG spec, meaning aftermarket upgrades are a go for the performance seekers!

The HAL¹ adds a whole lot of functionality into the mix, with programmable fire controls, 6 levels of pre-cocking adjustment and 5 levels of trigger sensitivity adjustment. Available fire modes include 3 or 5-round burst, binary trigger, AUG mode aka two-stage trigger, semi-auto only and sniper delay, giving you loads of options for how you use your SA-C19. Features like these are usually only present in high-end replicas; we simply cannot believe the wealth of functionality inside the HAL¹ equipped SA-C19, especially considering the price!

If you're looking for a realistic primary to aid you in your operations, it doesn't get much better than the Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG. The real steel trademarks, HAL ETU™ and 6.03mm inner barrel make this low price point AEG desirable for any skirmisher, both beginners and veterans! As far as MK18 Airsoft replicas go, you won't get much better than this at this starter/novice price point.

Features

  • 6.03mm Tightbore inner barrel - Great accuracy potential
  • Trademarks from Daniel Defense® - super realistic and look great!
  • High-density polymer with CNC Aluminium handguard 
  • Bird cage style flash hider - Fits the MK18 Model perfectly
  • 14mm CCW Male threaded outer barrel 
  • Quad 20mm Picatinny railed handguard - Ready for 20mm Picatinny accessories
  • Flip-up aperture iron sights pre-installed - Adjustable for windage and elevation, 2 apertures to choose from
  • 20mm Picatinny railed receiver - Ready for red dot sights, PEQ lasers or scopes to be mounted
  • Rotary adjustable HOP-up unit - The latest M4/AR-15 design, holds its setting well and allows for fine adjustment
  • Finger ridged "A2" pistol grip - Comfortable for most hand sizes, textured for extra traction
  • Flat milspec trigger guard - Matches real US Army issued M4A1 rifles
  • 3-Position fire selector switch - SAFE, SEMI AUTO & FULL AUTO, 90-degree throw between each mode
  • Extended charging handle - Fast access to the HOP-up unit for quick mid-game adjustment
  • 6-Position M4/AR-15 buffer tube - Adjust the stock quickly and easily to suit your body type or loadout
  • Crane stock pre-installed - Plenty of battery space, QD sling sockets built-in
  • Version 2 Gearbox:
    • Alloy shell
    • 8mm bushings
    • ESA quick change spring system
    • Steel 18:1 ratio gearset
  • HAL¹ Programmable MOSFET/ETU functions:
    • 3 or 5-round burst
    • Binary trigger
    • Semi-auto only
    • Sniper delay
    • Two-stage trigger (AUG mode)
    • Adjustable pre-cocking (6 levels)
    • Active braking 
    • Low voltage alarm
  • HAL¹ Programming instructions available here
  • Rear wired: Deans battery connector - Recommended battery: 7.4V 1450mAh LiPo in crane/nunchuck config.
  • Compatible with M4/AR-15 AEG magazines - S-Mag High-cap | S-Mag Mid-cap | S-Mag Mid-cap 5 Pack

    Package Includes

    • Specna Arms Daniel Defense® SA-C19 CORE™ HAL ETU™ MK18 M4/AR-15 AEG
    • 300rnd S-Mag M4/AR-15 High-cap magazine
    • Vertical Foregrip
    • Cleaning rod

    Specification

    General

    Weapon Construction External
    Weapon Type
    Assault Rifle
    Over 18 Only Icon
    Over 18
    Yes
    Icon UKARA - United Kingdom Airsoft Retailer Association
    Defence / UKARA Required
    Yes, No,
    FPS Icon
    FPS (Feet Per Second), using 0.20g BB
    Approx. 310fps ± 10%, using 0.20g BB
    Site Legal Icon
    Site Legal, using 0.20g BB
    Yes
    Screwdriver Icon
    Pre-Built
    Yes
    Package
    Included Items
    • Magazine
    • Vertical foregrip
    Skill Level Icon
    User Skill Level
    Starter, Regular Player,
    Patrol Base - Warning Icon
    Warnings
    Li-Po - Never Leave Charging Unattended
    Li-Po - Only Use Approved Chargers
    Li-Po - Charge in a Fire Safe Area

    Weight and Dimension

    Weight KG Icon
    Weight (KG)
    Approx. 2.25kg
    Weapon Length Collapsed
    Length (Collapsed)
    69cm
    Weapon Length Extended
    Length (Extended)
    77cm

    Construction

    Colour Wheel Greyscale
    Primary Colour
    Black,
    Chaos Bronze
    Chaos Bronze
    ,
    Construction Icon
    Construction
    CNC Aluminium handguard. Aluminium flash hider. Alloy outer barrel & trim parts. High density polymer stock, buffer tube, receiver & pistol grip. Steel dust cover.
    Weapon Construction External
    External Construction
    Polymer
    Alloy
    Aluminium
    Steel
    Gearbox Icon
    Internal Construction
    Polymer
    Alloy
    Aluminium
    Steel

    Weapon Specific

    Power Source Icon
    Powered By
    Electric
    Blowback Icon
    Blowback
    None
    Weapon Platform
    AR, M4 / AR-15 / M16, Assault Rifle, M4/AR-15 AEG,
    Magazine Style Icon
    Magazine Style
    Long Gun Magazine, Assault Rifle, M4 / AR Platform,
    Fire Select Icon
    Fire Selector
    PatrolBase | Fire Select Safe
    Safe
    Patrol Base | Fire Select - Semi Automatic
    Semi Automatic
    Patrol Base | Full Automatic
    Full Automatic
    Programmable
    Weapon Safety Features Icon
    Safety Features
    Trigger Disconnect
    Shooter Configuration Icon
    Shooter Configuration
    Right Handed
    Weapon Configuration Icon
    Weapon Configuration
    Standard
    Weapon Scale Icon
    Weapon Scale
    1:1
    Suggested BB Weight
    0.25g

    Hop-Up

    Hop-Up Unit Icon
    Hop-Up Unit
    Yes
    Hop-Up Unit Adjuster Icon
    Hop-Up Adjuster
    Rotary
    Hop-Up Unit Location Icon
    Hop-Up Location
    Behind the mock bolt carrier, accessible through the mock ejection port when the charging handle is pulled and held back.

    Furniture

    Weapon Furniture Icon
    Furniture
    • Railed Handguard
    • Flip-Up Ironsights
    • AR Buffer Tube
    • Railed Receiver
    • Finger Ridged Pistol Grip
    • Sliding Stock
    • Bird Cage Flash Hider
    • Ergonomic Pistol Grip
    • QD Sling Point
    • Extended Charging Handle
    • Flat trigger
    • Rubber butt plate
    Rail System Icon
    Rail System
    20mm RIS / RAS , 20mm Railed Receiver,
    Icon Stock Positions
    Stock Setting
    Sliding , Multi-Position , M4 Crane Stock,
    Weapon Length Extended
    Stock Positions
    6 Position
    Sight Type Icon
    Sight Type
    Iron Sights , Aperture Iron Sight,
    Sling Plate Icon
    Sling Options
    Stock , QD , Loop ,

    Barrel

    Outer Barrel Length (in)
    10''
    Icon Thread Type
    Outer Barrel Thread Type
    Male
    Icon Thread Direction
    Outer Barrel Thread Direction
    CCW (Counter Clockwise)
    Outer Barrel Thread Size
    14mm
    Inner Barrel Diameter
    6.03mm
    Inner Barrel Length
    260mm

    Magazine Specific

    Magazine Type
    High Capacity, AEG,
    Magazine BB Capacity
    Approx. 300 Rounds
    Magazine BB Fill Method
    Fill Window
    Magazine BB Fill Location
    Top

    Electric Gun Specific Information

    Gearbox
    Gearbox Icon
    Gearbox Version
    V2 Gearbox
    Wiring Icon
    Gearbox Wiring
    Rear Wired
    Spring Change Icon
    Gearbox Quick Change Spring
    Yes
    Digital Trigger Icon
    Gearbox Electronic Trigger
    Yes
    Split Gearbox Icon
    Split Gearbox Design
    No
    Motor
    Airsoft Motor Icon
    Motor Type
    Standard
    Battery Specific
    Battery Connector
    Patrol Base | Icon | Deans
    Deans
    Compatible Battery
    Compatible Battery Type
    Li-Po
    Compatible Battery Configuration
    Crane
    Compatible Battery Voltage
    7.4v

    Product Testing Data

    Notepad Icon
    Test Description
    310 FPS +/- 10%
    Notepad Icon
    Tested Using
    0.2g ASG Blaster BBs
    Notepad Icon
    Test Date
    19/09/2024

    Size guide

    Joule Charts

    Special Instructions

    These table can be used as a reference to see if the BB weight you are using will be over acceptable Joulage limits at some Airsoft Sites in the UK. To check if the weight can be used chrono your weapon using the BB you intend to use, and then compare it to the chart.

    FPS, Power and Joule Limits can vary from site to site, so please get in touch with where you're going to play with in advance to avoid disappointment.

    Suggested limits are based on Joulage Limit rules used Halo Mill: Proving Grounds, with a 350fps limit for Automatic Replicas, 400fps for Semi-Automatic Replicas, and 500fps for Bolt Action Replicas.

    Tap the tabs below to open the relevant chart for your replica.

    Suggested limits are based on Joulage Limit rules used Halo Mill: Proving Grounds, and is the equivalent of 350fps, using 0.20g BB resulting in an upper limit of 1.14j.

    Velocity BB Weight (Grams)
    FPS 0.20 0.25 0.28 0.30 0.32 0.36 0.40 0.43 0.45 0.50
    250 0.58 0.73 0.81 0.87 0.93 1.05 1.16 1.25 1.31 1.45
    260 0.63 0.79 0.88 0.94 1.00 1.13 1.26 1.35 1.41 1.57
    270 0.68 0.85 0.95 1.02 1.08 1.22 1.35 1.46 1.52 1.69
    280 0.73 0.91 1.02 1.09 1.17 1.31 1.46 1.57 1.64 1.82
    290 0.78 0.98 1.09 1.17 1.25 1.41 1.56 1.68 1.76 1.95
    300 0.84 1.05 1.17 1.25 1.34 1.51 1.67 1.80 1.88 2.09
    310 0.89 1.12 1.25 1.34 1.43 1.61 1.79 1.92 2.01 2.23
    320 0.95 1.19 1.33 1.43 1.52 1.71 1.90 2.05 2.14 2.38
    325 0.98 1.23 1.37 1.47 1.57 1.77 1.96 2.11 2.21 2.45
    328 1.00 1.25 1.40 1.50 1.60 1.80 2.00 2.15 2.25 2.50
    330 1.01 1.26 1.42 1.52 1.62 1.82 2.02 2.18 2.28 2.53
    335 1.04 1.30 1.46 1.56 1.67 1.88 2.09 2.24 2.35 2.61
    340 1.07 1.34 1.50 1.61 1.72 1.93 2.15 2.31 2.42 2.68
    345 1.11 1.38 1.55 1.66 1.77 1.99 2.21 2.38 2.49 2.76
    350 1.14 1.42 1.59 1.71 1.82 2.05 2.28 2.45 2.56 2.85
    355 1.17 1.46 1.64 1.76 1.87 2.11 2.34 2.52 2.63 2.93
    360 1.20 1.51 1.69 1.81 1.93 2.17 2.41 2.59 2.71 3.01

    Suggested limits are based on Joulage Limit rules used at Halo Mill: Proving Grounds, and is the equivalent of 400fps, using 0.20g BB resulting in an upper limit of 1.49j.

    Velocity BB Weight (Grams)
    FPS 0.20 0.25 0.28 0.30 0.32 0.36 0.40 0.43 0.45 0.50
    250 0.58 0.73 0.81 0.87 0.93 1.05 1.16 1.25 1.31 1.45
    260 0.63 0.79 0.88 0.94 1.00 1.13 1.26 1.35 1.41 1.57
    270 0.68 0.85 0.95 1.02 1.08 1.22 1.35 1.46 1.52 1.69
    280 0.73 0.91 1.02 1.09 1.17 1.31 1.46 1.57 1.64 1.82
    290 0.78 0.98 1.09 1.17 1.25 1.41 1.56 1.68 1.76 1.95
    300 0.84 1.05 1.17 1.25 1.34 1.51 1.67 1.80 1.88 2.09
    310 0.89 1.12 1.25 1.34 1.43 1.61 1.79 1.92 2.01 2.23
    320 0.95 1.19 1.33 1.43 1.52 1.71 1.90 2.05 2.14 2.38
    330 1.01 1.26 1.42 1.52 1.62 1.82 2.02 2.18 2.28 2.53
    340 1.07 1.34 1.50 1.61 1.72 1.93 2.15 2.31 2.42 2.68
    350 1.14 1.42 1.59 1.71 1.82 2.05 2.28 2.45 2.56 2.85
    360 1.20 1.51 1.69 1.81 1.93 2.17 2.41 2.59 2.71 3.01
    370 1.27 1.59 1.78 1.91 2.03 2.29 2.54 2.73 2.86 3.18
    380 1.34 1.68 1.88 2.01 2.15 2.41 2.68 2.88 3.02 3.35
    390 1.41 1.77 1.98 2.12 2.26 2.54 2.83 3.04 3.18 3.53
    400 1.49 1.86 2.08 2.23 2.38 2.68 2.97 3.20 3.34 3.72
    410 1.56 1.95 2.19 2.34 2.50 2.81 3.12 3.36 3.51 3.90

    Suggested limits are based on Joulage Limit rules used at Halo Mill: Proving Grounds, and is the equivalent of 500fps, using 0.20g BB resulting in an upper limit of 2.32j.

    Velocity BB Weight (Grams)
    FPS 0.20 0.25 0.28 0.30 0.32 0.36 0.40 0.43 0.45 0.50
    250 0.58 0.73 0.81 0.87 0.93 1.05 1.16 1.25 1.31 1.45
    260 0.63 0.79 0.88 0.94 1.00 1.13 1.26 1.35 1.41 1.57
    270 0.68 0.85 0.95 1.02 1.08 1.22 1.35 1.46 1.52 1.69
    280 0.73 0.91 1.02 1.09 1.17 1.31 1.46 1.57 1.64 1.82
    290 0.78 0.98 1.09 1.17 1.25 1.41 1.56 1.68 1.76 1.95
    300 0.84 1.05 1.17 1.25 1.34 1.51 1.67 1.80 1.88 2.09
    310 0.89 1.12 1.25 1.34 1.43 1.61 1.79 1.92 2.01 2.23
    320 0.95 1.19 1.33 1.43 1.52 1.71 1.90 2.05 2.14 2.38
    330 1.01 1.26 1.42 1.52 1.62 1.82 2.02 2.18 2.28 2.53
    340 1.07 1.34 1.50 1.61 1.72 1.93 2.15 2.31 2.42 2.68
    350 1.14 1.42 1.59 1.71 1.82 2.05 2.28 2.45 2.56 2.85
    360 1.20 1.51 1.69 1.81 1.93 2.17 2.41 2.59 2.71 3.01
    370 1.27 1.59 1.78 1.91 2.03 2.29 2.54 2.73 2.86 3.18
    380 1.34 1.68 1.88 2.01 2.15 2.41 2.68 2.88 3.02 3.35
    390 1.41 1.77 1.98 2.12 2.26 2.54 2.83 3.04 3.18 3.53
    400 1.49 1.86 2.08 2.23 2.38 2.68 2.97 3.20 3.34 3.72
    410 1.56 1.95 2.19 2.34 2.50 2.81 3.12 3.36 3.51 3.90
    420 1.64 2.05 2.29 2.46 2.62 2.95 3.28 3.52 3.69 4.10
    430 1.72 2.15 2.40 2.58 2.75 3.09 3.44 3.69 3.86 4.29
    440 1.80 2.25 2.52 2.70 2.88 3.24 3.60 3.87 4.05 4.50
    450 1.88 2.35 2.63 2.82 3.01 3.39 3.76 4.04 4.23 4.70
    460 1.97 2.46 2.75 2.95 3.15 3.54 3.93 4.23 4.42 4.91
    470 2.05 2.57 2.87 3.08 3.28 3.69 4.10 4.41 4.62 5.13
    480 2.14 2.68 3.00 3.21 3.42 3.85 4.28 4.60 4.82 5.35
    490 2.23 2.79 3.12 3.35 3.57 4.02 4.46 4.80 5.02 5.58
    500 2.32 2.90 3.25 3.48 3.72 4.18 4.65 4.99 5.23 5.81
    510 2.42 3.02 3.38 3.62 3.87 4.35 4.83 5.20 5.44 6.04