Market Overview:

The global airsoft guns market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 6.7% during 2022-2027. Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, we are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic. These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor.

An airsoft gun is a replica of a real steel weapon, which is safe to use for recreational and adventure sports. It is also utilized for indoor photography and as props in moviemaking and on television (TV) production sets. Besides, it has a more extended range and low muzzle energy, and its pellets have lesser penetrative and stopping powers than conventional airguns. At present, the demand for automatic electric guns (AEGs), gas blowback pistols (GBBs), and spring-powered airsoft guns are rising worldwide.

Airsoft Guns Market Trends:

Rapid urbanization, along with the increasing participation of individuals, especially the millennial population, in recreational and leisure activities, represents one of the key factors positively influencing the market. Moreover, the thriving travel and tourism industry is driving the demand for airsoft guns. In addition, the growing popularity of adventure sports, such as target shooting and similar shooting games, is promoting the sales of airsoft guns across the globe through both online and offline distribution channels. This, coupled with the rising prevalence of lifestyle diseases and the consequently growing health and fitness concerns among individuals, is offering a favorable market outlook. Furthermore, the increasing number of rifle organizations in developed countries is supporting the growth of the market by conducting sports leagues, competitions, and events. These initiatives by rifle organizations are also propelling market players to introduce innovative and economic models using biodegradable materials. Furthermore, these players are focusing on expanding their market reach by improving the aesthetics, size, and weight of airsoft guns.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global airsoft guns market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2022-2027. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, mechanism type and distribution channel.

Breakup by Product Type:

• Handgun
• Rifle
• Shotgun
• Muzzle Loading
   

Handgun currently represents the most commonly used product type as it has lightweight features and facilitates firing using one hand.

Breakup by Mechanism Type:

• Spring-powered
• Electric-powered
• Gas-powered
   

Based on the mechanism type, the market has been classified into spring-, electric-, and gas-powdered mechanisms.

Breakup by Distribution Channel:

• Online
• Offline
   

Offline distribution channels exhibit a clear dominance in the market as they enable buyers to physically inspect the airsoft guns before purchasing.

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

North America presently enjoys the leading position in the market due to the rising adoption of adventurous sports activities like hunting and target shooting in the region. Moreover, key players operating in the region are organizing sports events and offering fields and airsoft guns on rent to expand their consumer base.

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being A&K Airsoft, Ballistic Breakthru Gunnery Corporation, Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC, Crosman Corporation, G&G Armament Taiwan Ltd., ICS Airsoft Inc., KRISS USA Inc., Lancer Tactical, Systema Professional Training Weapon, Tokyo Marui Co. Ltd., Umarex GmbH & Co. KG and Valken Inc.

Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global airsoft guns market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global airsoft guns market?
• What are the key regional markets?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the product type?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the mechanism type?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the distribution channel?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the industry?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the industry?
• What is the structure of the global airsoft guns market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the industry?