Gearbox Versions?

duveng1 · May 9th, 2009, 15:22

What is the difference between gearbox versions?

Bissa · May 9th, 2009, 15:43

Quick answer: Shape ,durability, and what guns they come in.

Detailed answer: Wait for someone with more knowledge than me.

canadian guy · May 9th, 2009, 15:47

Version 2 gearbox's are probably one of the most common. Followed closely by the newer Version 3 gearbox which is not compatable with all rifles.

M4's and M16's run on Version 2s.

Correct me if I am wrong.

Check out mechbox.com for tons of information.

Crunchmeister · May 9th, 2009, 16:02

Different versions are different shapes to accomodate different style receivers. While they all work exactly the same way and have the same parts, parts will have a different placement, different dimensions, etc making parts for one mechbox possibly incompatible with a different style box. And by virtue of these design differences, some mechboxes will be stronger than others.

That's the basic differences between mechbox versions.

Drake · May 9th, 2009, 16:07

To add to Crunchmeister's post, while they have the same parts in principal, different boxes may also have specific parts which aren't compatible with other boxes (gear sets, cylinders, motor, etc)

And not all have the readily available upgraded/replacement/reinforced parts (the old V1, for example).

Dart · May 9th, 2009, 19:35

Easiest way I found to look at it.

They are all just car engines, each designed a little differently, some parts are swappable. They all do the same thing though.

Skruface · May 10th, 2009, 09:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dart

Easiest way I found to look at it.

They are all just car engines, each designed a little differently, some parts are swappable. They all do the same thing though.

Just like engines, some are ass.

V2 (M4/M16/G3/MP5) has some inherent flaws that make anything beyond a mild upgrade a potential problem.

V3 (AK/G36) is better - the motor cage ensures motor height/alignment is better protected. It's also less prone to have the front of the mechbox blow completely off in cold weather or with higher-powered springs.

guysullavin · May 10th, 2009, 12:46

Isn't V3 in MP5's?

If it isn't where did I hear that >_>

AngelusNex · May 10th, 2009, 12:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by guysullavin

Isn't V3 in MP5's?

If it isn't where did I hear that >_>

Mp5's have V2. ONLY the Mp5K uses a V3

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May 9th, 2009, 15:22	#1
duveng1 Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Calgary, AB	Gearbox Versions? What is the difference between gearbox versions?

May 9th, 2009, 16:02	#4
Crunchmeister Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In your bedroom going though your underwear drawer	Different versions are different shapes to accomodate different style receivers. While they all work exactly the same way and have the same parts, parts will have a different placement, different dimensions, etc making parts for one mechbox possibly incompatible with a different style box. And by virtue of these design differences, some mechboxes will be stronger than others. That's the basic differences between mechbox versions. __________________

May 9th, 2009, 16:07	#5
Drake E-01 Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Montreal, QC	To add to Crunchmeister's post, while they have the same parts in principal, different boxes may also have specific parts which aren't compatible with other boxes (gear sets, cylinders, motor, etc) And not all have the readily available upgraded/replacement/reinforced parts (the old V1, for example). __________________

May 9th, 2009, 15:47	#3
canadian guy Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Stouffville	Version 2 gearbox's are probably one of the most common. Followed closely by the newer Version 3 gearbox which is not compatable with all rifles. M4's and M16's run on Version 2s. Correct me if I am wrong. Check out mechbox.com for tons of information.

May 9th, 2009, 19:35	#6
Dart Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Grande Prairie Alberta	Easiest way I found to look at it. They are all just car engines, each designed a little differently, some parts are swappable. They all do the same thing though.

May 10th, 2009, 12:46	#8
guysullavin Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Toronto, ON	Isn't V3 in MP5's? If it isn't where did I hear that >_>

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