Looking for a sidearm that punches above its price tag? The HG198 Full Metal M92 Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol (€149.99) brings full metal construction, satisfying green gas blowback and a suppressor-ready threaded barrel to the classic Beretta M92 platform — one of the most iconic pistol designs in airsoft. Here’s our hands-on look at what makes this HFC-built M92 worth a spot in your loadout.
First Impressions: Full Metal, Real Weight
The first thing you notice is the heft. With a full metal frame and slide, the HG198 feels like the real steel it replicates — around a kilogram of cold, dense metal that immediately separates it from polymer sportline pistols. The matte black finish is even and rugged, and the textured grip panels give a confident, slip-free hold even with gloved hands.
Green Gas Blowback: Snappy and Consistent
Powered by green gas, the blowback action is the star of the show. The slide racks back with a sharp, metallic snap on every shot, delivering recoil impulse that makes follow-up shots genuinely fun. Gas efficiency is solid for a full metal slide — expect consistent velocity through a magazine, with the drop-off only appearing in colder weather (standard GBB behaviour; keep a spare mag warm in your pocket in winter).
- Power: GAS (green gas) — roughly 300+ FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Action: Gas blowback (GBB) with functional slide cycle
- Hop-Up: Adjustable — fine-tune your trajectory in seconds
- Magazine: Full-size gas mag with realistic capacity
Suppressor-Ready Threaded Barrel
The standout feature at this price is the threaded outer barrel. Screw on a tracer unit or a suppressor and the M92 instantly transforms into a proper CQB stealth sidearm. The 14mm CCW threads take the vast majority of aftermarket accessories without adapters.
Accuracy and Hop-Up
The adjustable hop-up is easy to reach by pulling the slide back slightly, and a few minutes of tuning gets flat, consistent flight out to 25-30 metres — more than enough for pistol-only games or as a backup during rifle reloads. Pair it with 0.25g BBs for the tightest groupings.
Who Is It For?
At €149.99, the HG198 sits in the sweet spot between budget spring pistols and premium Tokyo Marui / WE tier GBBs. It’s ideal for:
- Skirmishers who want a reliable, realistic backup sidearm
- Collectors after the iconic M92 look in full metal
- Anyone wanting to run a suppressed pistol loadout on a budget
Verdict
The HG198 Full Metal M92 delivers the three things that matter in a GBB sidearm — weight, gas efficiency and upgrade potential — at a price that leaves budget for mags and gas. If you’ve been eyeing a full metal Beretta-style pistol, this is the one to beat under €150.
Ready to add it to your loadout? Check out the full spec and order the HG198 Full Metal M92 Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol here, and browse the full range of airsoft pistols for more options.