If you know firearms, you’ve probably heard of tracer rounds—bullets that leave a glowing trail so shooters can see their trajectory. But did you know Airsoft guns can have tracer rounds too? No, they don’t come with tiny fireworks inside. Instead, Airsoft uses tracer BBs—special glow-in-the-dark pellets that light up when fired. And to achieve this, you need a sci-fi-looking attachment like the Genesis Lite Tracer Unit for Airsoft Glock 17 and 19.
So, how does this work? Instead of burning chemicals like real tracers, the Genesis Lite uses built-in UV LEDs that “charge” the tracer BBs as they pass through the unit. This makes them glow brightly in low-light or dark environments, creating a visible, laser-like path through the air—so you can track your shots in real time instead of waiting for impact.
Attaching to the barrel like a mock suppressor, the Genesis Lite is compact and easy to use, featuring a quick-detach system for fast installation and removal. It also boasts a Bifrost muzzle flame effect, meaning it doesn’t just illuminate the BBs—it throws in a flashy light show at the muzzle for added coolness. The unit is USB-C rechargeable, making it easy to keep powered up.
The Genesis Lite supports green and red tracer BBs, as well as regular non-glowing BBs, so you can switch things up as needed. If you’re playing in dimly lit CQB arenas, this tracer unit will let you track your shots with precision, ensuring you adjust your aim on the fly.
Available now from Acetech, the Genesis Lite Tracer Unit costs around US$178. If you want your Airsoft Glock to look like it shoots sci-fi plasma rounds, this might be the best upgrade yet.
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