Specna Arms SA-C17 CORE™ HAL¹ ETU™ M4/AR-15 AEG

If you're after an affordable tactical platform, look no further than this! The SA-C17 is rocking a Strike Industries licensed CNC aluminium M-LOK handguard, perfect for those looking for that extra hint of realism when out skirmishing on the field. This AEG also boasts an alloy outer barrel with a high-density polymer receiver, buffer tube, stock and pistol grip, which gives you a great combination of realistic feel and ease of use. As with the original CORE series, the polymer quality is top-notch, more scratch-resistant than comparable metal receivers and overall lightweight for maintaining high energy throughout the skirmish day.

Inside the SA-C17 we are treated to the latest and greatest 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.

Starting at the front, we can find a pre-installed birdcage flash hider concealing 14mm CCW male barrel threads beneath. This means you can add a tracer or suppressor as soon as you are ready, or an alternative muzzle device to customise the looks of the SA-C17. If you want to add a sneaky style, a suppressor would be a fine choice, but for CQB, a compact tracer unit would also suit this beast perfectly!

Moving rearwards, we come to the M-LOK handguard of the SA-C17 which is constructed from aluminium using CNC machining, guaranteeing in-spec attachment slots and rails maintain a flawless form. The handguard is equipped with a short section of 20mm Picatinny rail at the receiver end, offering an extended receiver rail so you can mount larger optical sights and red dot sight/magnifier combos with some space to spare. The handguard features Strike Industries trademarks on both sides closest to the receiver, they look incredible and bring the realistic style of this AEG to a whole new level!

The sides and bottom of the handguard are equipped with M-LOK negative space attachment slots, allowing you to mount the latest vertical and angled foregrip designs directly to your handguard or make use of 20mm Picatinny rail adapters for M-LOK if you prefer the more readily available 20mm Picatinny accessories. The front end of the handguard is also aggressively styled with angled weight reduction/cooling vents, mimicking the real steel Strike Industries handguard. The benefit of a modern M-LOK handguard is that in its slick configuration, the handguard is incredibly light and surprisingly ergonomic, meaning you don't need to add rail covers to avoid the cheese grater effect as you might with a 20mm Picatinny quad rail.

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-C17 to be manipulated quickly and instinctively, even 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 bold 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 have a good grip on this important control. The magazine release is on the right side of the magazine well and is accessible for a right-handed user with the tip of the trigger finger or by a lefty using the off-hand thumb.

Pulling back the charging handle, located at the top rear of the receiver will open the dust cover and retract the mock bolt carrier to allow 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 take off a glove to turn the adjuster!

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-C08 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-C17 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!

At the rear of the receiver, we come to the venerable M4/AR-15 buffer tube, constructed from strong high-density polymer and offering 6 length-of-pull adjustment positions for the crane stock. To adjust the stock, simply press the adjustment lever on the bottom and slide it into your position of choice. This allows body armour users to adjust for a comfortable stance and suits shooters of all body types. If you ever feel like changing up the looks of your SA-C17, you'll be happy to learn the buffer tube accepts almost all M4/AR-15 AEG sliding stocks!

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-C17, 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-C17 doesn't slip off your shoulder at a critical moment.

Inside the HAL¹ equipped SA-C17, 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-C17. Features like these are usually only present in high-end replicas; we simply cannot believe the wealth of functionality inside the HAL¹ equipped SA-C17, especially considering the price!

If you need a tactical AEG for your close-quarters operations, or maybe you're looking for a cool platform to turn into an upgraded masterpiece, the Specna Arms SA-C17 CORE™ HAL¹ ETU™ M4/AR-15 AEG is exactly what you need! This compact Airsoft replica features Strike Industries trademarks on its real steel-styled handguard and all around looks amazing. If you're looking for style on the battlefield, the SA-C17 certainly provides it!

Features

• 6.03mm Tightbore inner barrel - Great accuracy potential
• High-density polymer with CNC Aluminium handguard
• Bird cage Flash Hider pre-installed
• 14mm CCW Male threaded outer barrel
• MLOK Strike Industries licensed handguard - Picatinny rail at 12 o'clock MLOK sections at other positions
• 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 mil spec 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:
  • Steel 18:1 ratio gearset
  • ESA quick change spring system
  • 8mm bushings
  • ESA quick change spring system
• HAL¹ Programmable MOSFET/ETU functions:
• Low voltage alarm
• Active braking
• Adjustable pre-cocking (6 levels)
• Two-stage trigger (AUG mode)
• Sniper delay
• Semi-auto only
• Binary Trigger
• 3 or 5-round burst
• 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 SA-C17 CORE™ HAL¹ ETU™ M4/AR-15 AEG
• 300rnd S-Mag M4/AR-15 High-cap magazine
• Cleaning rod