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Tokyo Marui – Colt M4/R.I.S.

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Manufacturer: Tokyo Marui (Japan)
Type: AEG (Automatic Electric Gun)
Date Acquired: 12/2001


Tokyo Marui – M4 R.I.S. 2007

I ordered this gun from RedWolf Airsoft during one of their Special Promotions back in 12/2001 . It was VERY good deal at the time and included shipping costs and discount on extra magazines ($227.00) This was about 3 months after Marui released the M4 R.I.S. so I was eager to place this order.

The down side on this is my M4's gear box crapped out and plastic body broke a week after I received it. No fault on RedWolfs part, but emails went unanswered pertaining to this. (They used to have a 7 day return policy) but at that time they just partnered up with The QProject local to California and they tried to help me get this fixed for a discount. I chose to go with Airsoft Extreme though which are also local to me in that I trust them from past work, upgrades and repairs. Thus the need for the metal body and gearbox upgrade.

This Airsoft rig now weighs the same as a loaded M4. About 8lbs. It may even be heavier with all the goodies loaded on it. I opted for the carry handle scope mount to keep the iron sights. It is a reliable rig and with the current setup, is good for medium range. Some issues I still have are the way the hopup adjustment works. Seems to be either on or off.

Current add-on/upgrades installed::

Chrono Results (FPS)
AEG
.20 BB's
Min: 358.96
Max: 355.38
Avg: 356.35

The Evolution…

Original TM M4 R.I.S.


M4/RIS Variant #1 Left Side


M4/RIS Variant #1 Right Side

  • 350 FPS Upgrade by AEX
  • Systema M4 Metal Body
  • ICS Quick Detach, 9.5mm Silencer
  • ICS AN/PEQ Battery Box with Laser Aiming Unit
  • 9.6v, 1700MaH Custom Battery
  • Sun Project, M203 R.I.S. Grenade Launcher
  • M120 Spring and upgraded gearbox internals
  • Norinco 30mm Red Dot Scope with carry handle mount
  • Butler Creek Fliptop Scope Covers
  • Bushmaster R.I.S. Shields
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Cheek Rest
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Butt Pad
  • Bushmaster "The Gapper" trigger guard attachment
  • SAS 3Point Tactical Sling
  • Bushmaster Hard Rifle Case


M4/RIS Variant #2 Left Side


M4/RIS Variant #2 Right Side

  • 350 FPS Upgrade by AEX
  • Systema M4 Metal Body
  • ICS Quick Detach, 9.5mm Silencer
  • ICS AN/PEQ Battery Box with Laser Aiming Unit
  • 9.6v, 1700MaH Custom Battery
  • Sun Project, M203 R.I.S. Grenade Launcher
  • M120 Spring and upgraded gearbox internals
  • Aimpoint Red Dot Scope
  • Guarder Canteliver Scope Mount
  • ICS Convertible Rear Iron Sight
  • Bushmaster R.I.S. Shields
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Cheek Rest
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Butt Pad
  • Bushmaster "The Gapper" trigger guard attachment
  • SAS 3Point Tactical Sling
  • Bushmaster Hard Rifle Case


With Readymag for Battery Storage.

  • 350 FPS Upgrade by AEX
  • Systema M4 Metal Body
  • M120 Spring and upgraded gearbox internals
  • Ready Mag System
  • 9.6 1700Mah Ready Mag battery
  • Norinco 30mm Red Dot Scope with carry handle mount
  • Butler Creek Fliptop Scope Covers
  • Bushmaster R.I.S. Shields
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Cheek Rest
  • Bushmaster M4 Collapsible Stock Butt Pad
  • Bushmaster "The Gapper" trigger guard attachment
  • SAS 3Point Tactical Sling
  • Bushmaster Hard Rifle Case

I just can't stop adding things to this gun. I have since replaced the "Ready Mag" system I used to house a larger battery with an ICS AN/PEQ unit, which is a larger version of the stock M4/RIS battery box, but this one also has a built in laser aiming device.


M4/RIS with Star Crane Stock and Battery Re-wred to Stock