Custom VFC Avalon MK18 HPA Rifle
OptimusPrime
21 May 2026
NGG Brazil provides an in-depth look at a customized airsoft rifle, which the owner transitioned from an electric system to High Pressure Air (HPA). He highlights the full metal construction that somehow remains light enough to carry without needing a gym membership, weighing in at only 2kg. A standout feature is the licensed Daniel Defense handguard in a specific shade of brown that the creator finds aesthetically pleasing, even if it isn't the most ergonomic thing to hold.
The build includes several functional and cosmetic upgrades, such as a Surefire Warden replica suppressor that acts like a "little pig" to make the HPA shots sound crisp. The owner also shows off an Olight Odin S flashlight that is so bright it can effectively ruin an opponent’s day by shining 1500 lumens directly into their eyes. Other additions include a red dot sight with minimal distortion and a 3D-printed magwell that helps with reloads, which apparently used to be a major struggle for the shooter.
Internally, the rifle is powered by a PolarStar F2 engine, chosen primarily because the previous electric setups were giving the owner more headaches than a bad case of the flu. A unique vertical grip was added to save the shooter's wrists from total destruction during long matches, a fix that supposedly solved all his joint pain. While the trigger itself was a bit of a disappointment due to some DIY installation nightmares, the overall package is a precise tool that shoots straight enough to keep any airsoft enthusiast happy.