Tokyo Marui MA1 MWS Gas Blowback Rifle
 
■ Equipped with a variable hop-up system
■ Switchable between full auto (continuous fire) and semi-auto (single shot)
full length
777 mm / 854 mm (stock fully extended)
Barrel length
250 mm
weight
2,970 g (with empty magazine)
bullet
6mm BB (0.2-0.25g)
power source
Dedicated gas (※1)
Magazine capacity
35 + 1 round (1 round loaded in the main body)
 
The M4 MWS represents a new generation of gas blowback rifles from Tokyo Marui. Built around an entirely redesigned operating system, it delivers exceptionally high baseline performance and a firing cycle unlike previous gas blowback platforms.
 
Thanks to its advanced internal design, the rifle achieves a firing rate comparable to that of an electric airsoft gun, reaching approximately 14 rounds per second in full-auto. This makes the MWS one of the most responsive gas blowback rifles available while maintaining the realistic recoil and mechanical feedback that gas systems are known for.
 
Unlike many M4-style gas blowback rifles from other manufacturers, the MWS is engineered to resist the cooling effect that often reduces performance during rapid fire. Even during extended firing sessions, the rifle maintains a stable operating cycle and consistent performance.
 
The sound signature is also distinctive. Instead of the heavy mechanical noise typical of many gas rifles, the MWS produces a lighter, sharper firing sound that emphasizes its quick and precise firing cycle.
 
Durability—traditionally a weak point of gas blowback rifles—has also been significantly improved. The rifle incorporates Tokyo Marui’s Z-System, an innovative shock-absorbing mechanism that reduces stress on internal components and protects the bolt catch from breakage during operation.
 
Combined with its realistic controls, authentic handling, and high-quality finish, the MWS delivers an immersive shooting experience that closely replicates the feel of a real rifle. Whether used on the field or appreciated for its mechanical realism, this platform appeals to both active players and collectors alike.
 
Key Features
Blowback engine equipped with a large 19 mm diameter cylinder, among the largest in its class
Smooth and responsive firing cycle achieving approximately 14 rounds per second
Die-cast aluminum upper and lower receivers reproduced to match the dimensions of the real rifle
Rail adapter system faithfully recreating the heat shield structure
SOCOM step barrel precision-machined from a single piece of aluminum using CNC manufacturing
Receiver and bolt finished with Cerakote, a highly durable coating also used on real firearms
CNC-machined aluminum buffer tube and flash hider
Realistic takedown procedure that mirrors the operation of the real rifle
Lightweight die-cast aluminum magazine, weighing approximately 470 g and holding 35 rounds
Newly designed grip with realistic proportions
Equipped with a variable hop-up system for improved range and stable BB trajectory