RAP4
Encyclopedia
RAP4 is a manufacturer of paintball markers, paintball equipment
, tactical gear and training tools.
industry by distribution of R.A.M (real action marker) by APS Airgun Limited (a worldwide supplier for military training and Real Action Game equipment). Four partners began the company together, today, three remain. In the paintball industry, the company is fairly new, but due to the unique products it carries, it has grown in fame fairly quickly.
rebranded after the company, the RAP4. The RAP4 used a smaller version of the standard .68 caliber paintball, the measurement was .43. The .43 caliber paintball was encased in an alloy casing, when the paintball was fired, the casing would eject out of the ejection port while the paintball was projected out of the barrel. This marker was designed after and was a replica of the M4. This marker embodied the company motto, “As Real as it Gets.”
The unique nature of this marker was its realism. This marker featured an air system in the back of the marker, inside the buttstock. This added to the realism by eliminating an air tank
on the bottom of the standard paintball markers. This was the first of its kind in the paintball world.
The other unique quality of the marker was that it used a 20 round magazine instead of the standard paintball hopper to chamber paintballs. By using the magazine to feed paintballs, this made it possible to replicate the M4. The R.A.M. was the first marker to utilize a magazine.
or HPA (high pressure air) powered paintball marker
. Besides standard paintball play, the marker is also used for military simulation (MilSim
), and law enforcement training - as the marker physically resembles an M16 and M4 U.S. Military
assault rifle
and carbines. The markers provide effective crowd control
and are an alternative method for subduing individuals; the markers can fire .68 caliber Less Lethal Live Rounds, more commonly known as pepper balls - live rounds filled with powder substance that irritates the eyes and nose, similar to pepper spray
.
The T68 core is a design similar in action to the Spyder markers. Primary systems (Barrel, Air System, Feed System & Trigger) attach to the core. Additional external components add to the overall M-4 look. These include a carry handle (fixed or removable with RIS weaver rail), T-charging (cocking) handle (Gen 3 upwards), pistol grip with trigger guard, faux clip housing with working magazine release, fake magazine with hollow interior (for storage), M-4 handguard
assembly with interchangeable front handguards, M-4 forward sight with bayonet
lug and sling loop, and either 3-position M4 Carbine
or fixed M-16A2 style stock. Various barrel lengths and styles are available, from 1" through 20", with interchangeable muzzle flash suppressor
s or faux silencers
. The barrels use Spyder threads, so aftermarket barrels are also capable of being used. Made from machined aircraft aluminum, it is extremely rugged and simple to operate and maintain. The marker is purely mechanical, with no electronic parts in its factory form. A velocity adjustment screw is provided under the stock for adjustment of the shooting velocity, and a simple push-safe safety is situated just ahead of the trigger on the core.
The sixth generation and later models feature large changes to the marker core and body to accept a working 18-round magazine. They eliminates the gap between the trigger and the magazine receiver, allowing the trigger finger to reach the magazine release button for tactical reload. The air system is completely internal and allows the unit to be self contained.
The T68 can use any weaver mounted accessory and be made into any configuration of the M-16/M4 Carbine, as well as working M203 grenade launchers that can be mounted on the marker. There are also AK-47
stocks and handguards, and MP5 accessories, allowing custom configurations.
The Split Fire adapter is installed inside the T68, and by turning a dial, the marker switches from feeding from the magazine to the hopper, and vice versa.
This revolutionary idea is perfect for law enforcement and military. This is valuable to law enforcement and military since it gives them two options to subdue hostile individuals. They can load rubber balls in the hopper to influence individuals to cooperate and if that does not work, they can have the pepper balls in the magazine for an added effect.
.
The RAP4 reusable M80 Landmine is used for paintball and the military combat training
. The mine is light and compact, and it can easily be concealed for an effective booby trap
, making it an ideal training tool. As an antipersonnel training device, they can be used with smoke-simulation powder to leave a noticeable residue and dramatic cloud, or liquid paint for a distinguishing mark. The mine will “detonate” with 10 lbs of pressure, and will produce a loud explosion. It may be used on its side or vertically, buried with the top exposed or incorporated into a wide variety of realistic booby trap setups.
This item is also popular with the military due to the realism of the mine and its variety of uses for training.
. It is the same length, weight, look and functionality of the real life M4. Though the paintball version shoots only .43 caliber paintballs, it is still very popular among law enforcement and military because of the realism. This marker even ejects a cartridge after each shot, just like real assault rifles.
It shoots .43 caliber Paintballs, which are loaded into alloy or biodegradable plastic
shells, which eject after every shot. The paintballs used for this marker are smaller than the standard .68 caliber that most markers use.
Also in this marker, the internal air system and magazine feed that is the trademark for all RAP4 markers.
, this magazine holds 200 .68 caliber paintballs, like most hoppers. Unlike a hopper though, this will feed from beneath the marker versus on top like hoppers. This will give players an advantage by being able to aim better and giving them a better line of sight
, as well as keeping them more hidden. This is also a big benefit to magazine players by giving them more shooting capabilities by giving them 200 paintballs to shoot per magazine instead of the standard 18.
The magazine is battery operated and is force fed into the chamber of the marker prior to each shot.
This magazine is currently only going to be compatible with the T68 markers.
, is, the T68 AK47. RAP4 completed its scenario and realism focus by producing the two most common assault rifle, just in a paintball gun version. The M16 and AK47 are both available for purchase as a paintball marker.
The T68 Gen6 AK47 features an all-metal construction with the RAP4 internal Flexi Air System. Each unit incorporates a fully functional magazine-feed system with an 18 round detachable magazine
.
The AK47 Paintball Gun is designed for scenario paintball
and for military training
. As the "opposing force" marker, the T68 AK47 enhances military combat training, scenario realism...and is great when you want to play a bad guy for the weekend.
and Federal Agencies use RAP4 products, below is an example of some of those:
Fort Bragg
, N.C.
Fort Huachuca
, Ariz.
Fort McClellan
, Al.
Fort Leonard Wood, Mo
Fort Bliss, Texas/ N.M
United States Department of Homeland Security
United States Department of Transportation
New York City Police Department
Bureau of Indian Affairs
San Mateo Police Department
Paintball equipment
Paintball is an equipment intensive sport and in order to safely conduct a game, every player requires a marker with propellant to fire the paint, a mask to protect the eyes and face, paintballs, and a loader to hold them...
, tactical gear and training tools.
History
In 2002, RAP4 began as a small company that brought a new type of marker to the paintballPaintball
Paintball is a sport in which players compete, in teams or individually, to eliminate opponents by tagging them with capsules containing water soluble dye and gelatin shell outside propelled from a device called a paintball marker . Paintballs have a non-toxic, biodegradable, water soluble...
industry by distribution of R.A.M (real action marker) by APS Airgun Limited (a worldwide supplier for military training and Real Action Game equipment). Four partners began the company together, today, three remain. In the paintball industry, the company is fairly new, but due to the unique products it carries, it has grown in fame fairly quickly.
First marker
At the beginning, RAP4 sold a .43 caliber R.A.M. paintball gunPaintball marker
A paintball marker, also known as a paintball gun, is the main piece of equipment in the sport of paintball. Markers use an expanding gas, such as carbon dioxide or compressed air, to propel paintballs through the barrel. Some paintball players refer to the piece of equipment as a "marker" rather...
rebranded after the company, the RAP4. The RAP4 used a smaller version of the standard .68 caliber paintball, the measurement was .43. The .43 caliber paintball was encased in an alloy casing, when the paintball was fired, the casing would eject out of the ejection port while the paintball was projected out of the barrel. This marker was designed after and was a replica of the M4. This marker embodied the company motto, “As Real as it Gets.”
The unique nature of this marker was its realism. This marker featured an air system in the back of the marker, inside the buttstock. This added to the realism by eliminating an air tank
Air tank
Air tank may refer to:* diving cylinder used by scuba divers to hold air and other breathing gases at high pressure underwater* Pneumatic pressure vessel for storing compressed air to operate pneumatic equipment such as braking systems, paint dispensers and paintball guns...
on the bottom of the standard paintball markers. This was the first of its kind in the paintball world.
The other unique quality of the marker was that it used a 20 round magazine instead of the standard paintball hopper to chamber paintballs. By using the magazine to feed paintballs, this made it possible to replicate the M4. The R.A.M. was the first marker to utilize a magazine.
T68 paintball marker
The T68 marker debuted with the first generation in 2004, and has since had seven revisions. It is a .68 caliber semi-automatic and full auto CO2Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a naturally occurring chemical compound composed of two oxygen atoms covalently bonded to a single carbon atom...
or HPA (high pressure air) powered paintball marker
Paintball marker
A paintball marker, also known as a paintball gun, is the main piece of equipment in the sport of paintball. Markers use an expanding gas, such as carbon dioxide or compressed air, to propel paintballs through the barrel. Some paintball players refer to the piece of equipment as a "marker" rather...
. Besides standard paintball play, the marker is also used for military simulation (MilSim
MilSim
MilSim is an abbreviation of Military Simulation, and refers to military simulations conducted by civilians for entertainment purposes. There are several forms of MilSim: airsoft games, paintball games, and video games simulating military scenarios and tactics.Weapons used in MilSim are commonly...
), and law enforcement training - as the marker physically resembles an M16 and M4 U.S. Military
Military of the United States
The United States Armed Forces are the military forces of the United States. They consist of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard.The United States has a strong tradition of civilian control of the military...
assault rifle
Assault rifle
An assault rifle is a selective fire rifle that uses an intermediate cartridge and a detachable magazine. Assault rifles are the standard infantry weapons in most modern armies...
and carbines. The markers provide effective crowd control
Riot control
Riot control refers to the measures used by police, military, or other security forces to control, disperse, and arrest civilians who are involved in a riot, demonstration, or protest. Law enforcement officers or soldiers have long used non-lethal weapons such as batons and whips to disperse crowds...
and are an alternative method for subduing individuals; the markers can fire .68 caliber Less Lethal Live Rounds, more commonly known as pepper balls - live rounds filled with powder substance that irritates the eyes and nose, similar to pepper spray
Pepper spray
Pepper spray, also known as OC spray , OC gas, and capsicum spray, is a lachrymatory agent that is used in riot control, crowd control and personal self-defense, including defense against dogs and bears...
.
The T68 core is a design similar in action to the Spyder markers. Primary systems (Barrel, Air System, Feed System & Trigger) attach to the core. Additional external components add to the overall M-4 look. These include a carry handle (fixed or removable with RIS weaver rail), T-charging (cocking) handle (Gen 3 upwards), pistol grip with trigger guard, faux clip housing with working magazine release, fake magazine with hollow interior (for storage), M-4 handguard
Handguard
A handguard on firearms is a guard attached to the front of a firearm to grip the weapon from the front. It allows the user protection from the barrel, which may become very hot when firing...
assembly with interchangeable front handguards, M-4 forward sight with bayonet
Bayonet
A bayonet is a knife, dagger, sword, or spike-shaped weapon designed to fit in, on, over or underneath the muzzle of a rifle, musket or similar weapon, effectively turning the gun into a spear...
lug and sling loop, and either 3-position M4 Carbine
M4 carbine
The M4 carbine is a family of firearms tracing its lineage back to earlier carbine versions of the M16, all based on the original AR-15 designed by Eugene Stoner and made by ArmaLite. It is a shorter and lighter variant of the M16A2 assault rifle, with 80% parts commonality.It is a gas-operated,...
or fixed M-16A2 style stock. Various barrel lengths and styles are available, from 1" through 20", with interchangeable muzzle flash suppressor
Flash suppressor
A flash suppressor, also known as a flash guard, flash eliminator, flash hider, or flash cone, is a device attached to the muzzle of a rifle or other gun that reduces the visible signature of the burning gases that exit the muzzle. This reduces the chances that the shooter will be blinded in dark...
s or faux silencers
Suppressor
A suppressor, sound suppressor, sound moderator, or silencer, is a device attached to or part of the barrel of a firearm which reduces the amount of noise and flash generated by firing the weapon....
. The barrels use Spyder threads, so aftermarket barrels are also capable of being used. Made from machined aircraft aluminum, it is extremely rugged and simple to operate and maintain. The marker is purely mechanical, with no electronic parts in its factory form. A velocity adjustment screw is provided under the stock for adjustment of the shooting velocity, and a simple push-safe safety is situated just ahead of the trigger on the core.
The sixth generation and later models feature large changes to the marker core and body to accept a working 18-round magazine. They eliminates the gap between the trigger and the magazine receiver, allowing the trigger finger to reach the magazine release button for tactical reload. The air system is completely internal and allows the unit to be self contained.
The T68 can use any weaver mounted accessory and be made into any configuration of the M-16/M4 Carbine, as well as working M203 grenade launchers that can be mounted on the marker. There are also AK-47
AK-47
The AK-47 is a selective-fire, gas-operated 7.62×39mm assault rifle, first developed in the Soviet Union by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is officially known as Avtomat Kalashnikova . It is also known as a Kalashnikov, an "AK", or in Russian slang, Kalash.Design work on the AK-47 began in the last year...
stocks and handguards, and MP5 accessories, allowing custom configurations.
Split Fire Dual Feed system
Even though RAP4 is known for its magazine fed markers, they still cater to those who prefer to play with a hopper fed system. Their newest design is the Split Fire Dual Feed System. This is only compatible with the T68, M4 and AK47, and allows the user to use both a hopper and magazine.The Split Fire adapter is installed inside the T68, and by turning a dial, the marker switches from feeding from the magazine to the hopper, and vice versa.
This revolutionary idea is perfect for law enforcement and military. This is valuable to law enforcement and military since it gives them two options to subdue hostile individuals. They can load rubber balls in the hopper to influence individuals to cooperate and if that does not work, they can have the pepper balls in the magazine for an added effect.
M80 Landmine
The M80 Landmine is pressure activated and fires a variety of liquids and powders, and is durable for years of use in harsh environments. The reusable M80 Landmine is powered by a rechargeable CO2 reservoir that disperses more than 2oz of smoke-simulation powder or liquid paint, creating a twenty-foot blast radiusBlast radius
A blast radius is the distance from the source that will be affected when an explosion occurs. A blast radius is often associated with, but not limited to, bombs, mines, explosive projectiles , and other weapons with an explosive charge....
.
The RAP4 reusable M80 Landmine is used for paintball and the military combat training
Combat
Combat, or fighting, is a purposeful violent conflict meant to establish dominance over the opposition, or to terminate the opposition forever, or drive the opposition away from a location where it is not wanted or needed....
. The mine is light and compact, and it can easily be concealed for an effective booby trap
Booby trap
A booby trap is a device designed to harm or surprise a person, unknowingly triggered by the presence or actions of the victim. As the word trap implies, they often have some form of bait designed to lure the victim towards it. However, in other cases the device is placed on busy roads or is...
, making it an ideal training tool. As an antipersonnel training device, they can be used with smoke-simulation powder to leave a noticeable residue and dramatic cloud, or liquid paint for a distinguishing mark. The mine will “detonate” with 10 lbs of pressure, and will produce a loud explosion. It may be used on its side or vertically, buried with the top exposed or incorporated into a wide variety of realistic booby trap setups.
This item is also popular with the military due to the realism of the mine and its variety of uses for training.
Xpower
RAP4 designed the XPower with realism in mind. This is an exact match to the M4 CarbineM4 carbine
The M4 carbine is a family of firearms tracing its lineage back to earlier carbine versions of the M16, all based on the original AR-15 designed by Eugene Stoner and made by ArmaLite. It is a shorter and lighter variant of the M16A2 assault rifle, with 80% parts commonality.It is a gas-operated,...
. It is the same length, weight, look and functionality of the real life M4. Though the paintball version shoots only .43 caliber paintballs, it is still very popular among law enforcement and military because of the realism. This marker even ejects a cartridge after each shot, just like real assault rifles.
It shoots .43 caliber Paintballs, which are loaded into alloy or biodegradable plastic
Biodegradable plastic
Biodegradable plastics are plastics that will decompose in natural aerobic and anaerobic environments. Biodegradation of plastics can be achieved by enabling microorganisms in the environment to metabolize the molecular structure of plastic films to produce an inert humus-like material that is...
shells, which eject after every shot. The paintballs used for this marker are smaller than the standard .68 caliber that most markers use.
Also in this marker, the internal air system and magazine feed that is the trademark for all RAP4 markers.
T68 M249 Magazine
The T68 M249 Magazine is currently being manufactured by RAP4 and has a tentative release date for December 2009. Designed after the real M249 magazine for the Squad Automatic WeaponAutomatic firearm
An automatic firearm is a firearm that loads another round mechanically after the first round has been fired.The term can be used to refer to semi-automatic firearms, which fire one shot per single pull of the trigger , or fully automatic firearms, which will continue to load and fire ammunition...
, this magazine holds 200 .68 caliber paintballs, like most hoppers. Unlike a hopper though, this will feed from beneath the marker versus on top like hoppers. This will give players an advantage by being able to aim better and giving them a better line of sight
Line-of-sight propagation
Line-of-sight propagation refers to electro-magnetic radiation or acoustic wave propagation. Electromagnetic transmission includes light emissions traveling in a straight line...
, as well as keeping them more hidden. This is also a big benefit to magazine players by giving them more shooting capabilities by giving them 200 paintballs to shoot per magazine instead of the standard 18.
The magazine is battery operated and is force fed into the chamber of the marker prior to each shot.
This magazine is currently only going to be compatible with the T68 markers.
T68 AK47 Gen6
Another product of the T68 production lineProduction line
A production line is a set of sequential operations established in a factory whereby materials are put through a refining process to produce an end-product that is suitable for onward consumption; or components are assembled to make a finished article....
, is, the T68 AK47. RAP4 completed its scenario and realism focus by producing the two most common assault rifle, just in a paintball gun version. The M16 and AK47 are both available for purchase as a paintball marker.
The T68 Gen6 AK47 features an all-metal construction with the RAP4 internal Flexi Air System. Each unit incorporates a fully functional magazine-feed system with an 18 round detachable magazine
Magazine (firearm)
A magazine is an ammunition storage and feeding device within or attached to a repeating firearm. Magazines may be integral to the firearm or removable . The magazine functions by moving the cartridges stored in the magazine into a position where they may be loaded into the chamber by the action...
.
The AK47 Paintball Gun is designed for scenario paintball
Scenario paintball
Scenario paintball is a type of paintball game in which players participate in a scenario, or story; and may include historical re-enactments, futuristic or video game simulations. Games tend to last in the range of hours or days, and may include a large group of players...
and for military training
Military education and training
Military education and training is a process which intends to establish and improve the capabilities of military personnel in their respective roles....
. As the "opposing force" marker, the T68 AK47 enhances military combat training, scenario realism...and is great when you want to play a bad guy for the weekend.
RAP4 Products in use
Many Military installations, police departmentsPolice
The police is a personification of the state designated to put in practice the enforced law, protect property and reduce civil disorder in civilian matters. Their powers include the legitimized use of force...
and Federal Agencies use RAP4 products, below is an example of some of those:
Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg (North Carolina)
Fort Bragg is a major United States Army installation, in Cumberland and Hoke counties, North Carolina, U.S., mostly in Fayetteville but also partly in the town of Spring Lake. It was also a census-designated place in the 2010 census and had a population of 39,457. The fort is named for Confederate...
, N.C.
Fort Huachuca
Fort Huachuca
Fort Huachuca is a United States Army installation under the command of the United States Army Installation Management Command. It is located in Cochise County, in southeast Arizona, about north of the border with Mexico. Beginning in 1913, for 20 years the fort was the base for the "Buffalo...
, Ariz.
Fort McClellan
Fort McClellan
Fort McClellan, originally Camp McClellan, was a United States Army post located adjacent to the city of Anniston, Alabama. During World War II, it was one of the largest U.S. Army installations, training an estimated half-million troops...
, Al.
Fort Leonard Wood, Mo
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
Fort Leonard Wood is a census-designated place in Pulaski County, Missouri, United States. The population was 13,667 at the 2000 census. It is named in honor of Major General Leonard Wood, who was awarded the Medal of Honor...
Fort Bliss, Texas/ N.M
United States Department of Homeland Security
United States Department of Homeland Security
The United States Department of Homeland Security is a cabinet department of the United States federal government, created in response to the September 11 attacks, and with the primary responsibilities of protecting the territory of the United States and protectorates from and responding to...
United States Department of Transportation
United States Department of Transportation
The United States Department of Transportation is a federal Cabinet department of the United States government concerned with transportation. It was established by an act of Congress on October 15, 1966, and began operation on April 1, 1967...
New York City Police Department
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Bureau of Indian Affairs
The Bureau of Indian Affairs is an agency of the federal government of the United States within the US Department of the Interior. It is responsible for the administration and management of of land held in trust by the United States for Native Americans in the United States, Native American...
San Mateo Police Department
External links
- http://www.rap4.com/paintball/ (RAP4.com)
- http://www.paintballtree.com/ (www.paintballtree.com)
- http://www.rap4lesslethal.com/ (RAP4 less lethal)
- http://www.apsram.com/company/ Asia Paintball Services