CM.040 [CYMA]

The CYMA CM.040 is a full-length AK74-style AEG that offers impressive build quality and performance for its price range. The receiver, dust cover, outer barrel, and sights are all made of metal, giving the replica a solid and realistic feel. The stock and handguard are made of durable polymer, with a slightly textured finish that improves grip.

Externally, the rifle looks very authentic, with accurate proportions and details that resemble a real AK74. The fire selector markings, rivet placement, and overall finish are well executed. In a proper loadout, it blends in perfectly for Russian or Eastern-style impressions.

The internals are what you would expect from CYMA’s better-quality line. The ver.3 gearbox comes pre-shimmed decently, and the compression parts are solid for stock use. I used a 7.4V LiPo battery and 0.25g BBs, and the rifle chronoed at around 390-395 FPS, which is perfect for outdoor skirmishes. The range is good — about 45–50 meters effective range with adjusted hop-up. Accuracy is consistent, and the hop-up unit held its setting throughout the day.

The trigger response is decent with the 7.4V LiPo, and the rate of fire is acceptable for most playstyles. The included hi-cap magazine fed reliably, though it had a little wobble in the magwell — nothing major, easily fixed with some tape or replaced with a mid-cap for better fit.

There are a few small downsides to note:

The battery space is limited, so you'll need slim stick-type batteries.

The fire selector is a bit stiff at first but loosens up with use.

It lacks modern features like rails or mounting options, but that's expected for a classic AK design.

Overall, the CM.040 is an excellent choice for players who want a traditional AK replica that performs reliably and looks great. It’s also a good platform for upgrades later on. Just remember that due to its realistic appearance and full size (around 94 cm), it should be stored and transported with care.
After using the CM.040 for a few games now, I feel more confident recommending it not just as a beginner-friendly replica, but also as a solid choice for intermediate players who appreciate realism and consistency.

One thing that stood out to me is the weight and balance. This gun feels solid, but it’s not overly heavy. The front end has a bit of heft, typical for AKs, but with a sling or proper stance, it becomes very manageable — even for longer matches. The folding stock is also very practical for transport or for playing in tighter areas like CQB zones, though the full-length barrel still makes it more suitable for outdoor use.

The iron sights are well aligned and usable out of the box — I didn’t need to make adjustments. I haven’t added optics yet, since the side rail mount wasn’t included, but I plan to install one later. If you’re going for a modern AK look, that’s something to consider.

I also want to mention durability. The replica handled minor bumps, kneeling drops, and sling stress without any signs of creaking or weakness. The paint finish didn’t scratch easily, and even after crawling and moving through rougher terrain, it still looks clean. That gives me confidence it will last through many more events.

One of the smaller touches I appreciated is how intuitive the disassembly is — field-stripping it for maintenance or cleaning is quite straightforward. The dust cover, bolt cover, and hop-up chamber are all easily accessible without tools.

I still recommend replacing the mag eventually, and maybe getting a battery extension mod if you want more space, but for its price, this replica overdelivers in multiple areas — feel, realism, and in-game performance.

Another exelent replica from Cyma. This AK-74S is very well made. Steel parts are: flash hider, gas tube, reciever, top cover, rear sight, safety lever and the stock. The rest is some other metal. The top cover is fitted very tightly. The flash hider moves a bit, and the cleaning rod as well. And the stock also has some movement. It has a quick-change gearbox (for the spring), but you need to remove the gearbox from the rifle to replace the spring - but it's still a nice feature. The only negative is the magazine: the high cap is totaly plastic - the locking lips as well. So, be carefull with the mag.

Wonderful replica! Good quality. Feels really sturdy and solid, adequately built and it was good to go right from the box. Don't need no attachment, no nothing. Only a simple AK-style sling to carry it around.

Very sturdy rifle, with little to no wobbling. Feels great in the hand, not ideal for cqb but performed pretty great for me even in that regard. It pleased me on my games so far and I have not spared it. Would recommend to sight/range it before first game and a lipo 7.4 (be sure to get a stick, the brick shaped ones don't fit).
Would recommend it as a first AK

The Cyma cm.040 was my first replica. I was looking for something reliable and sturdy, which i could upgrade in the future.
I’m very pleased with my purchase! Cyma has a reputation for building incredible sturdy AK replica’s for a budget price, they exceeded my expectations!
Thank you Taiwangun!

Very nice great-looking AEG. I only replace sight to same detail from real AK-74 and add Soviet shoulder belt. Also recommended used magazines in real bakelite bodies and thin handle with motor.
Price was very nice, delivery take only 3 days. And thanks to Taiwangun to safe packaging and small gift (500 ball bullets).

“It’s f-ing antiaircraft cannon, Vincent!”

Besides lines, it’s an awesome replica.
Heavy, but very solid.
Thanks a lot to Taiwangun Service for their availability to downgrade the replica to 310 fps on request just before sending it to deliver courier. Cyma mags (both midcaps and hicaps) perfectly fits with it. Smooth cocking handle. I just changed the nozzle with a 5KU DShK-like one for aesthetics purposes previously ordered on TWG, and it really looks like an anti-aircraft cannon. I’ve been advised specifically with CM.04x-series since they have VFC-based mechanics instead of TM-based such as .03x series is. Pretty solid, and fits both stick batteries and shorter squared-section batteries too. Bought on black friday. Interesting replica, with a lot of compatibility between most AKs (except AKSU but that’s a completely different body).

First of all, beautiful gun! I bought it reshimmed etc at 360 fps. Shoots very accurate! Hop up is easy to adjust. Gun feels sturdy and strong! Great gun for everyone! Beginner or someone who wants to upgrade it!

Cyma AK'S are great for Veterans or beginners. Gun is all metal body with amazing details, you can not tell this is not the real thing. Gun shoot great out if the box but with minor upgrades the thing is super accurate and has great range. Check your local field for fps limit and bb regulations before your first game day. I use the recommend .30g BBS. Great gun for my first air soft rifle!

This gun is just amazing. The build is solid, but the weapon itself feels compact and not too heavy. The steel parts feel really nice on this one, I still need to get used to the polymer parts but those are also sturdy. The accuracy suprised me, the bullet spread is minimal, the gun shoots straight without any upgrades out of the box. Excellent replica for beginners and advanced airsoft players too, especially for this price, I definitely recommend for anyone.

Construction is fenomenal with mostly metal and only some plastic ( handguard,pistol grip and such). Very nice to hold and it feels very
hefty and sturdy. Internals are very easily accessible

My only two gripes with it are :
- Most magazines wobble a lot , this did not have any effect on it feeding the BBs but takes a little bit out of the immersion factor.

- The folding stock is VERY stiff, it needs at least 20-30 open-close cycles for it to loosen up a little and be foldable with a normal amount of force.

All in all I am very happy with this replica and would recommend anyone give it a try.

I really did not expect a better weapon for this money and feel so stable, also the battery that is a gift is quite nice because it saves extra costs and I am quite grateful for the fast delivery and correct attitude of taiwangun

If you're looking for mid-price airsoft this one is definitely it. 95% of the gun is metal so it feels like the real thing, and shoots accurately too. Honestly, I don't have any minuses to share about this AK. I definitely recommend this product.

Excellent workmanship, as it is a blue edition, it also has good properties in terms of shooting (I recommend 0.28g-0.30g), there is nothing missing, but I recommend replacing the cable with a better one if you want to use 11.1v. For me, complete satisfaction and I recommend 100%.