Best Airsoft Grenade: Fun Way to Take Out An Enemy Player

How do airsoft grenades work?

Airsoft grenades consist of a large number of BB’s that are packed inside of the grenade shell.

Gas is loaded into the back end of the grenade. Just like real grenades, airsoft grenades feature a pin.

When you pull the pin, the grenade will ‘explode’ after a pre-determined number of seconds or upon impact.

This will produce a cloud of projectiles that will spray in every direction.

These projectiles consist of relatively harmless BBs. 

Airsoft grenades use the same plastic BB cartridges that are used in airsoft guns.

Different models of airsoft grenades will produce different spray patterns of BB’s when the grenade detonates.

Some will spray out in  circular pattern close to the ground while others will produce a more spherical spray pattern.

The latter are known as tornado grenades. Dummy grenades look like the real thing but do not actually do anything.

They are used to cause fear and distraction. Other grenades are available that will produce a fearful sound but do not spray any pellets. 

You can also buy airsoft grenades that will only emit smoke.

This is great to create a smoke screen prior to a concerted assault to grab the enemy’s flag – especially when you know that they have a skilled sniper waiting to take you down.

These are known as pyrotechnic grenades.

Because they burn to emit smoke of different colors, they are not reusable. 

There are three basic types of airsoft grenade shells:

• Shower shell – a shower shell makes use of gas to produce the pressure to disperse the pellets at a speed of 300FPS. The pellets are sprayed in a tight grouping. This is a good grenade for creating a diversion before making an assault but not for long range attacks.
• Plug shell – while using the same basic operation as a shower shell, the plug shell sprays the pellets over a wider area. When the pellets are loaded, the shell is closed. The plastic lid of the shell must be replaced after every use.
• Foam round – a foam round airsoft grenade is a rocket-shaped plastic device. It uses round foam bullets and is the most heavy duty of the three options. 

Are airsoft grenades allowed in the airsoft battles?

Yes, airsoft grenades, smoke and thrown devices are generally allowed in airsoft battles. 

The rules for a specific competition often list specific types of grenades that are allowable. 

This will depend on the type of field that you are playing on. However, some competitions will not permit grenades at all. 

Are airsoft grenades reusable?

You can purchase reusable grenades as well as those that are designed for one time only use. 

Most gas charged grenades are reusable. You simply refill the shell with BBs and recharge with CO2 gas before sealing it with silicone oil. Some models may also need the pin to be replaced.

Are airsoft grenades safe to use?

Airsoft grenades are safe within the confines of battle play. Players should be wearing full covering with no exposed skin. BB pellets will strike the body with a slight thud and may leave a slight impression on the skin. 

However, if they hit the skin, they may cause the skin to break open and start bleeding. 

You should always wear a helmet and googles to prevent  a BB pellet from striking the face or eyes. 

How to make an airsoft grenade?

Making your own airsoft grenade is  relatively easy and will save you some serious dollars. Here’s what you will need:

• 60 ml bottle with cap
• Airsoft BBs
• 10 Snap clappers

Snap clappers can be purchased for less than a dollar for a boxful. 

Put 10 BBs into the bottle and then drop in two snap clappers. 

Repeat this process four times. When all of the snap clappers are in the bottle, fill up the rest of the bottle with BBs. 

Pack them in as compactly as possible. Now screw the cap back on the bottle. 

You’re now ready to use your grenade. Be aware that the snap clappers will explode on impact, so be careful not to drop them!

Conclusion

If you want to get the total airsoft battlefield experience when you’re in the field of play, you need to be carrying a decent supply of grenades. 

You can now get a full range of extremely realistic airsoft grenades for every purpose. 

The best overall airsoft grenade that is currently on the market is the Taginn Airsoft R2B, which shoots out 200 BB pellets over a range of 8-10 meters. 

Our favorite flashbang airsoft grenade is the Airsoft Innovations XL Burst Impact, which emits a noise to a level of 125 decibels. 

For a beastly airsoft grenade launcher,we recommend going with the Airshot Shooting Gear CYMA 40mm pistol grenade launcher.