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Half teeth piston replacement Version 2 gearbox

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Take the strain off your gears

The ForceCore Armament FC-M4-036 uses a half-teeth layout, meaning only the rear portion of the rack is toothed. That reduces the load placed on the sector gear as it picks up the piston, cutting wear and helping your gearbox survive higher-stress builds.

Strength where it counts

Metal teeth stand up to the extra torque of upgraded springs and high-speed motors far better than soft polymer racks, so the piston keeps its shape and timing under sustained fire rather than stripping out.

Ready to install

It ships complete with a matched piston head, so you have a coordinated assembly ready to drop into a Version 2 gearbox rebuild. Compression and cycling stay smooth across semi and full auto, sharpening trigger response along the way.

Right for every skill level

Fitting is no harder than a standard piston swap, which makes this a sensible first internal upgrade as well as a dependable rebuild part for experienced techs. Explore more internal parts in our airsoft accessories range, or hand the build to our Kent airsoft repair and upgrade service.

General
BrandForcecore
Platform The gun type and the real-world design it is based on.M4-style AEG
Other
ModelFC-M4-036
TypeAEG piston with piston head
Tooth layoutHalf teeth
TeethMetal
GearboxVersion 2
IncludesPiston head
Use caseHigh-torque and high-speed builds

Frequently asked questions

What is a half-teeth piston?

Only the rear half of the piston rack carries teeth. This reduces the load and wear on the sector gear during the pickup stroke, which can improve reliability in higher-stress builds.

Does it come with a piston head?

Yes. The FC-M4-036 is supplied complete with a matched piston head, so it is ready to drop into a rebuild.

Which gearboxes does it fit?

It is made for M4-style Version 2 gearboxes, the most common gearbox in M4 and M16-pattern AEGs.

Is it suitable for a beginner tech?

Yes. It is a popular first internal upgrade and installs the same way as a standard piston, while also serving experienced builders on custom setups.

Why choose metal teeth?

Metal teeth resist stripping under the higher torque of upgraded springs and motors, extending the life of the piston in demanding builds.