WE NG3 SMG-8 Full Video Overview from Evike

Published on July 13, 2014
Duration: 7:58

This comprehensive review of the WE NG3 SMG-8 gas blowback airsoft SMG, presented by Booligan Shooting Sports, details its design, construction, and performance. The expert assessment highlights its improved NG3 blowback system, ambidextrous controls, and rail system, while also noting significant drawbacks such as poor gas economy and a high FPS unsuitable for CQB. The review provides valuable insights for airsoft enthusiasts considering this model, particularly regarding its price-to-value proposition and operational quirks.

Quick Summary

The WE NG3 SMG-8 airsoft SMG, priced at $150, offers a full gas blowback experience with a polymer body and metal internals. Its main drawbacks are a high FPS (~400) unsuitable for CQB and poor gas economy, requiring controlled bursts. Accuracy is decent up to 140ft with hop-up, but cooldown affects consistency.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Product Overview: WE NG3 SMG-8
  2. 00:46SMG-8 Introduction & Design
  3. 01:40Construction and Features
  4. 02:37Magazine and Gas Economy
  5. 03:24Retractable Stock Issues and Design
  6. 04:24Sights and Rail System
  7. 04:59Muzzle Thread and Flash Hider
  8. 05:55Performance: FPS and Accuracy
  9. 06:46Rate of Fire and Field Use
  10. 07:00Value Proposition and Quirks
  11. 07:31Sponsorship and Further Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main performance drawbacks of the WE NG3 SMG-8 airsoft SMG?

The primary performance drawbacks are its high muzzle velocity (around 400 FPS), making it unsuitable for many CQB fields, and its poor gas economy, which can lead to running out of gas before the magazine is empty during full-auto fire.

What is the price and value proposition of the WE NG3 SMG-8?

Priced at $150, the WE NG3 SMG-8 offers a full-fledged gas SMG experience with features like ambidextrous controls and a rail system, presenting a strong value for its cost despite its operational quirks.

How is the construction and durability of the WE NG3 SMG-8?

It features a full polymer body combined with a metal internal mechanism for enhanced structural stability. This design addresses issues found in older versions, such as weak polymer and bolt blowouts.

What are the recommended shooting techniques for the WE NG3 SMG-8 due to its gas economy?

Due to its poor gas economy, it's recommended to use smart shooting techniques, such as employing 2-3 round bursts and allowing time between shots for magazine gas recovery, rather than continuous full-auto fire.

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