Beeman Protect BP50 .50 Caliber Launcher

Beeman Protect BP50 .50 Caliber Launcher

• Caliber: .50 Caliber (12.7 mm)
• Powerplant: One single-use 12g CO2 capsule
• Muzzle Energy: Up to 15 Joules (some modified testing reports upwards of 20+ Joules depending on ball weight)
• Maximum Velocity: Up to 385 feet per second (fps)
• Magazine Capacity: 8 rounds (removable tube/stick style magazine in the grip)
• Action: Semi-automatic repeater
• Shot Capacity: Approximately 20 effective shots per 12g CO2 cartridge
• Barrel: Smooth bore, 92 mm (3.62 inches) length 

• Total Length: 185 mm (7.32 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 610g – 612g (1.35 lbs)
  
  
  
  
• Frame Material: High-density lightweight polymer with a fixed polymer slide (non-blowback design)
• Accessory Rails: Built-in top and bottom Picatinny rails (20-22mm) for mounting optics, lasers, or flashlights
• Sights: Fixed open sights (typically featuring a fiber-optic front or rear variant for fast acquisition)
• Safety mechanism: Heavy intentional double-action-style trigger pull or integrated trigger safety to minimize accidental discharge during high-stress scenarios 

• Emergency Rapid Piercing System: The CO2 capsule sits unpunctured inside the grip. You can firmly strike the bottom knob or button to instantly pierce the cartridge when needed, ensuring the gas remains completely sealed without leaking during long storage periods. 
• Ammunition Compatibility: Fires a wide array of less-lethal projectiles including pepper balls, rubber bullets, glass-breakers, metal composite rounds, and chemical powder balls. (Note: Paintball ammunition is explicitly not recommended as the pressure may rupture brittle paint shells inside the chamber).