Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG Rifle (By EMG - Ares - OD Green)

Tactical OD Green & Premium Bullpup Balance

If you are looking to step away from traditional black rifles without sacrificing outdoor concealment, the Ares Kel-Tec RDB17 in OD Green is the perfect solution. The ultra-tough, nylon fiber reinforced polymer body is finished in a deep, flat Olive Drab that naturally breaks up your silhouette in forested or brush-heavy arenas.

The true genius of the RDB (Rifle Downward Ejection) design lies in its incredible structural efficiency. It manages to house a full-length 430mm inner barrel within an overall weapon length of just 695mm. This unique architecture gives you the muzzle velocity, range, and accuracy of a full-sized infantry assault rifle, paired with the snappy, tight-corner manoeuvrability of a compact CQB submachine gun.

Elite Ares E.F.C.S. Internal Performance

Internally, this AEG shatters the stereotype of the sluggish, mushy bullpup trigger. Ares has outfitted the AR-070E with their renowned E.F.C.S. (Electronic Fire Control System) metal gearbox. Utilizing a high-performance microswitch trigger, the cycle breaks instantly and resets immediately on semi-automatic, allowing for devastatingly fast follow-up shots.

The internal system is reinforced with a built-in protective MOSFET to shield your electronics, robust full steel gears, and a high-torque motor. Upgraded for modern power efficiency, the wiring is factory-terminated with a low-resistance Deans (T-Plug) connector, safely tucked inside a highly accessible and spacious battery compartment within the front handguard.

Uncompromising Ambidextrous Handling

The real-steel Kel-Tec RDB was engineered from the ground up to be completely ambidextrous, and this 1:1 scale airsoft replica mirrors that dedication perfectly. The fire selector levers and the clever, multi-point magazine release mechanisms are perfectly mirrored on both the left and right sides of the receiver. This makes the RDB17 an intuitive, highly adaptable choice for left-handed shooters, while allowing right-handed players to seamlessly swap shoulders when slicing the pie around tricky left-hand barricades or indoor structures.

Intelligently Engineered Convenience

Fine-tuning your trajectory on the fly is incredibly simple thanks to the modern rotary hop-up unit located inside the magazine well. In a stroke of brilliant user-focused design, the hop-up adjustment tool is neatly concealed directly inside the base of the pistol grip, ensuring you always have the means to adjust your backspin mid-game without carrying a separate toolkit.

To ensure you can stay in the fight without sourcing proprietary web gear, the RDB17 feeds natively from standard M4/AR-15 STANAG AEG magazines. Getting you skirmish-ready on day one, Ares includes two separate mid-cap magazines right in the box: one traditional 130-round full-length mag and one sleek, low-profile 100-round short mag.

Key Features at a Glance

• Fully Licensed: Built with authentic Kel-Tec trademarks and laser-engraved receiver logos via EMG.

• Woodland OD Green: Tactical Olive Drab polymer finish optimized for outdoor camouflage integration.

• Bullpup Design: Maximizes barrel length while maintaining a highly compact, shoulder-balanced profile.

• E.F.C.S. Gearbox: Electronic Fire Control System provides a crisp microswitch trigger break and enhanced cycle reliability.

• Deans Wired: Equipped out of the box with a high-efficiency T-plug connector for modern LiPo batteries.

• Universal Magazine Feeding: Fully compatible with standard M4/AR-15 AEG magazines (includes 1x 130rd and 1x 100rd mid-caps).

• On-Board Tool Storage: The rotary hop-up adjustment screwdriver stores securely inside the pistol grip frame.

• Monolithic Top Rail: Uninterrupted 20mm Picatinny upper rail provides massive space for optics, magnifiers, and PEQ boxes.

• 14mm CCW Threading: Metal outer barrel features standard counter-clockwise threads for tracers and suppressors.

The Verdict

The EMG/ARES Kel-Tec RDB17 Bullpup AEG (AR-070E) is a masterclass in modern airsoft architecture. By blending the inherent agility of a bullpup with elite internal electronics—like the programmable EFCS gearbox, snappy microswitch trigger, and factory Deans wiring—it delivers top-tier performance across any skirmish landscape. Wrapped in a rugged, woodland-ready OD Green finish, it represents an exceptional, high-speed primary for players looking to elevate their tactical loadout.