12.7x99MM Ball & API CARTRIDGE
This dual-purpose ammunition set includes a standard ball cartridge and an Armor-Piercing Incendiary (API) cartridge. The ball cartridge features a brass casing with a copper-jacketed projectile, engineered for accuracy and penetration in general-purpose use. The API cartridge incorporates a hardened core with incendiary composition, designed to penetrate armored targets and ignite upon impact. Together, these cartridges provide versatility for military operations, combining reliable ballistic performance with specialized armor-piercing capability.
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12.7x99MM Ball & API CARTRIDGE |
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DESCRIPTION |
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This ammunition is designed for superior accuracy and consistency at long range. |
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key features include: |
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Caliber: |
12.7x99 mm Ball and API Cartridge |
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Bullet: |
Known for its high-flown design and advanced tapered tail (BT) profile for maximum accuracy. |
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Performance: |
Typically produces a muzzle velocity of approximately 2,820 feet per second (ft/s) and an initial energy exceeding 13,000 foot-pounds (ft-lbs). |
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Construction: |
The cartridge features a high-quality brass casing and AMP (Advanced Manufacturing Process) lead casings to ensure consistency across different manufacturing batches. |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION |
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API |
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Bullet caliber |
12.7 x 99 mm |
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Bullet type |
API |
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Weight of bullet |
45 g |
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Accuracy of fire |
At 300 m R50 <19 cm |
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Material of case |
Brass (CuZn10) |
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Bullet core |
Mild steel |
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Max average velocity |
At 24 m - V=886 ± 9 m/s |
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Armor piercing capacity |
20mm thick armor at 100 m: 90% |
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BALL |
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Bullet caliber |
12.7 x 99 mm |
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Bullet type |
BALL |
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Weight of bullet |
55.10 g |
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Accuracy of fire |
At 300 m R50 <19 cm |
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Material of case |
Brass (CuZn10) |
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Bullet core |
Mild steel |
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Max average velocity |
At 24 m - V=886 ± 9 m/s |
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