Ares - Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG airsoft Rifle in OD Green (AR-070E)

Ares - Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG airsoft Rifle in OD Green (AR-070E)

The Ares Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG in OD Green is the go-to rifle for airsofters who want modern performance in a compact, mission-ready form factor — with a tactical colourway to match. Licensed by Kel-Tec and built by Ares, this bullpup brings futuristic aesthetics, solid internals, and CQB agility together in one of the most unique platforms on the airsoft field today.

This version comes finished in a deep olive drab green, perfect for outdoor woodland skirmishes or low-vis environments. Like the other RDB17s in the lineup, it houses a full-length 420mm inner barrel inside a body that’s only 695mm long. That means DMR-level precision and power in a body compact enough to slip through tight corridors and dense cover. The balance is right at your firing hand — it feels light up front, rock-steady in a firing stance, and incredibly responsive when moving room to room.

Inside is Ares’ EFCS gearbox system with a built-in MOSFET and electronic trigger. You get rapid response, clean semi-auto cycling, and consistent rate of fire with 7.4v or 11.1v LiPo batteries. Forget the spongy trigger pull most bullpups are cursed with — the electronic system gives you a crisp feel more like a tuned M4. And if you need to drop your FPS for a CQB site? Just remove the stock and swap the spring with ease using the quick-change system — no gearbox disassembly needed.

The rifle is built tough with a steel receiver, aluminium rail system, and high-strength OD green polymer furniture. The externals look as good as they feel — aggressive, angular, and built with intent. A 14mm CCW threaded outer barrel means you can fit suppressors or tracers, and the full-length top rail is optic-ready out of the box. M-LOK slots and a lower Picatinny section give room for vertical grips, launchers or tactical extras.

Ambidextrous features are everywhere — sling points, mag release, selector — and since the real steel RDB ejects downward, this airsoft version is perfect for left- or right-handed players without any awkward compromises. The rotary hop-up is located in the magwell, adjusted using a tool that stows away neatly inside the pistol grip. A clever, efficient touch that means no fumbling around mid-game.

Out of the box, the rifle ships with two mid-cap magazines: a 130-round full-size and a 100-round shorty. It also accepts standard M4/AR15 AEG mags, so you’re not locked into custom mags or rare loadouts. Between the OD green finish, tight internals, and full bullpup handling, this rifle is ideal for players looking to break away from traditional platforms and field something truly different — without sacrificing performance.

Highlights

• Licensed by Kel-Tec with OD Green finish 
• Compact bullpup design with 420mm inner barrel
• EFCS gearbox with integrated MOSFET and electronic trigger
• 14mm CCW threaded barrel for suppressors/tracers
• Quick-change spring system (accessible from the rear)
• Rotary hop-up adjustment via tool (stored in pistol grip)
• Five integrated sling points for versatile mounting
• Includes 130rd and 100rd mid-cap magazines

What's Included

• Ares Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG Rifle (OD Green) 
• 130-round mid-cap magazine
• 100-round shorty mid-cap magazine
• Hop-up tool (stored in grip)
• Cleaning rod
• Warranty card

Technical Specifications

• Type: Airsoft Bullpup AEG
• Brand: Ares / Licensed by Kel-Tec
• Length: 695mm
• Weight: 3040g
• Inner Barrel Length: 420mm
• Fire Modes: Safe / Semi / Full Auto
• FPS: ~330fps ±10% (0.20g BBs)
• Thread Direction: 14mm CCW
• Gearbox: Ares EFCS (Quick-change, MOSFET, Microswitch)
• Motor: High Torque Long Type
• Battery: 7.4v LiPo (Deans connector, not included)
• Magazine Compatibility: Standard M4/AR15 AEG magazines
• Hop-Up: Adjustable rotary
• Construction: Steel, Aluminium, High-Grade Polymer