| Manufacturer | Valken Sports / Milsig |
| Type | Semi-Auto Mag-Fed HPA Carbine |
| Caliber | .68 cal |
| Power Source | HPA only |
| Operation | Mechanical blow-forward, battery-free |
| Magazine | 18 rds |
| Weight | ~5.2 lb |
| Price Range | ~$215 |
Design & Build Quality
The CQMF is built around the Milsig HEAT engine — a mechanical blow-forward operating system with a track record in law enforcement and military training applications. The receiver is machined aluminum with polymer furniture, and the construction is robust enough for field use. A collapsible AR-style stock adjusts for length of pull, and a flat-top Picatinny rail provides a full-length optics platform. Additional accessory rails on the handguard accept lights, lasers, and foregrips.
At 5.2 lbs, the CQMF is compact and the two-pin field strip for takedown is straightforward. The mechanical operation means there are no batteries to manage and no electronic components to fail.
Power System — HPA via Remote Line
The CQMF runs HPA exclusively — no CO₂ compatibility. Air delivery is via remote line, connecting the launcher to a compressed air bottle carried in load-bearing equipment, a plate carrier, or a backpack rig. The remote line setup has a significant advantage: you can run any tank size. A 48ci, 68ci, or larger HPA bottle gives you dramatically more rounds per fill than any inline tank configuration.
Projectile Compatibility
The CQMF accepts standard .68 caliber spherical projectiles — paintballs, ReBalls, foam training rounds, nylon kinetic rounds, and pepperballs. It is also compatible with First Strike fin-stabilized rounds. Confirm projectile compatibility and safe operating velocity with your builder before running less lethal rounds.
Known Issues & Limitations
- HPA-only — no CO₂ fallback.
- Remote line required — the air hose requires deliberate carry system planning.
- No out-of-box less lethal configuration — the CQMF starts as a paintball marker requiring appropriate projectiles.
- At 5.2 lbs, it’s on the heavier side.
- Full-auto capability is present — ensure your jurisdiction permits operation before use.
Accessories & Ecosystem
- Collapsible AR-style buttstock — included
- Flat-top Picatinny rail — full-length, accepts standard optics
- 18-round removable box magazine — compatible with .68 cal spherical and First Strike rounds
- Remote HPA line connector — for use with any standard HPA bottle
- Extensive aftermarket: custom less lethal builds from DK Spencer Custom Kinetics, Less Lethal Personal Protection, and others
Verdict
The Valken CQMF is the best-value entry point into HPA-powered less lethal. The Milsig HEAT engine is proven, the platform is mechanically simple, and the 18-round magazine capacity doubles what the Grimburg launchers offer per reload. For users willing to build a proper carry system around it, the CQMF punches well above its price point.
Best suited for: budget-conscious buyers who want genuine HPA capability, users with existing HPA infrastructure, fixed-position or vehicle applications, and anyone who values magazine capacity over compact form factor.
Where to Buy
Official Manual
Video Resources
Suppliers & Resources
🛒 Retailers
- AR Tactical parts-vendor
Sells parts, upgrades, mods, ammo, launchers, pretty much everything related to less lethal launchers!
🔧 Accessories
- MCS USA — CQMF CollectionCustom builds, packages, upgrade parts, and remote line coils
- DK Spencer Custom KineticsCustom less lethal CQMF builds and upgrades
🎯 Ammo Suppliers
- .68 Cal Ammo — MCS USAPaintballs, rubber balls, and First Strike rounds compatible with the CQMF