Comprehensive Review of the UTG Tactical Low-Profile Universal Foldable Clamp-on Bipod
Company: Amazon via UTG
Introduction:
The UTG tactical low-profile universal foldable clamp-on bipod for use with almost any airsoft weapon with a suitable barrel. This universal attachment is the perfect tool for accurate range shooting, or hunting. It is a robust design that is made to last and will suit anybody, from amateur shooters that are just getting into rifles to experienced users looking for a versatile solution for their current weapons system.
The bipod comes with everything you need to get started. It is very simple in construction, which is in no way a negative, and feels very rigid. It has an O-clamp system designed to fit any weapon with a barrel from 11mm to 19mm and uses a secure internal mechanism to lock in place. The grip on barrel is extremely strong and remains in place even on the highest powered weapons, but is quickly detachable when needed with a fast action thumb release.
Sticking with the internal mechanism there, the legs have a highly unique method of locking in place. The mechanism itself uses a heavy duty system UTG call Posi-lock, this means that you can lock the legs into either of the folded away, or deployed positions. The legs themselves are made of very high quality aluminium that will not warp, even under the highest of stress conditions. The legs are complete with rubber feet, this helps the bipod to get good purchase on any surface and it is safe to say that it will not be slipping out of place easily.
Live firearms are not the only product this bipod can be used on, we have tested this product extensively on airsoft rifles and found it to be a fantastic product. Its lightweight construction means that it will not outweigh your rifle and provide excellent balance when shooting from a standing/crouched position.
Features:
Thanks to our extensive testing with airsoft rifles we have gathered a wealth of information about how the UTD Tactical Low-Profile Universal Foldable Clamp-on Bipod performs. Here are some key points:
- Extremely light weight
- Easy to maneuver
- Quick to deploy
- The best leg locking mechanism we have seen yet
- Thick rubber grips comparable to that of much more expensive products
- Innovative barrel clamp system for superior grip
- The price. The RRP is low for a product of this quality
As part of the test for this product we took it out for a live action test. The course was a mix of grassy banks, tight spaces and elevated tree platforms. We choose this course because it would give us a perfect environment to see how the bipod would perform in any scenario.
Our findings were impressive, but not surprising. We found that this bipod lived up to all of our expectations of it being a highly versatile product that would suit any environment we threw at it.
On the grassy banks the rubber feet provided excellent weight distribution and support allowing for precise aim, even when the terrain could not be relied on to, and hitting targets was a breeze. Folding away the legs takes just seconds are our shooter was able to relocate faster and more efficiently than with any other bipod system we have tested. Our shooter moved from the grassy banks to a heavily wooded area. The ground was thick with sticks, logs and debris. Once in a clearing (The ground still covered in leaves, sticks and general forestry debris) our shooter picked a spot to deploy, once again using the quick release legs, and was swiftly ready to shoot. Once again the bipod performed excellently at holding the weapon in place, even on loose materials! This was a great surprise to us as never before has a bipod inspired so much confidence in its versatility.
From the woodland our test shooter headed for an elevated sniper platform in the trees, this would be the greatest test as it was vital that the bipod stayed stable on just one and a half inches of wooden fencing. Once again, however, the UTG Tactical bipod performed with excellence and instilled great confidence when in use.
Closing:
Overall this tactical, lightweight, airsoft bipod is utterly fantastic. This is by far the best in class and we cannot recommend this product any more than we already have. If you are searching for a great bipod for you airsoft rifle at an affordable price the UTD should be on the list to consider. If you have not been convinced already, I highly recommend you pick up this product and give it a try.