Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) vs Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R

Compare the Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) and Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R side by side: price, specs, firing modes, weight, and maintenance — and see which paintball gun is the better buy for your style of play.

Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100)Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R
Price TierMid-RangeMid-Range
Typical Price$300-380$560-680
OperationMechanical spool (Gamma Core, mech)Electropneumatic spool (Gamma Core)
Firing Modessemi-autosemi-auto, ramping
Caliber.68.68
FeedMagazine (PAL/dual-feed options)Force-fed
AirHPAHPA
Operating Pressure~120 psi~140 psi
Weight2.6 lb2 lb
MaintenanceLowLow

Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) vs Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R

The Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) and Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R are both mid-range paintball guns, so the choice comes down to how each one fits your game rather than how much you spend. On price, the Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) runs roughly $270 less, so budget-first buyers will lean its way. Both fire electronically, but the Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R offers more firing modes for dialing in your rate of fire. At 2 lb the Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R is the easier carry over a long day on the field. The Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) is built with magfed players wanting reliability and scenario in mind. The Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R is built with tournament players and players upgrading from etha in mind. Bottom line: pick the Planet Eclipse EMF100 (EMEK MG100) for a tight budget, or the Planet Eclipse Gtek 170R for all-day comfort.