I use the term optimally, though I should use theoretically.
Gearboxes are not perfect machines and thus you will not get 100% of the springs energy in the BB. Further, there is manufacturing variances. As a study of variances, imagine 10 people all with brand new Classic Army AEGs of the same make and model. More than likely, 3 will fire above 300 fps, 3 will fire just under 300 fps, 2 will fire stock fps, while the last two will not fire due to batteries either not being charged or forgorsoft Atlanta has 10 30 rnd mags for $40.00. (just thought I'd mention it cause I am thinking about getting some for realism sake.)