40MM TEAR GAS CARTRDIGE & 40MM IMPACT RUBBER CARTRDIGE
This type of 40mm non-lethal ammunition is used in crowd control operations. The red cartridge, a 40mm CS muzzle-burst cartridge, is designed to disperse CS gas (tear gas) to immobilize and disperse crowds without causing lasting harm. The black cartridge, a 40mm rubber bullet cartridge, fires multiple rubber balls to create a controlled kinetic effect, aiming to restrict access to a specific area or suppress riots. These cartridges together demonstrate the versatility of non-lethal ammunition, combining chemical and kinetic effects in law enforcement and security applications.
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40MM TEAR GAS CARTRDIGE & 40MM IMPACT RUBBER CARTRDIGE |
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DESCRIPTION |
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two types of 40mm less-lethal ammunition cartridges commonly used by law enforcement and military personnel for crowd management and tactical operations. |
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Left: 40mm CS cartridge designed to produce a muzzle blast containing CS (tear) gas. |
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Right: 40mm rubber cartridge designed to fire rubber balls or projectiles for kinetic impact. |
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Key Specifications |
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40mm CS Muzzle Blast Cartridge |
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The cartridge is a Muzzle Blast round, specifically designed for immediate, close-range deployment of chemical irritants. |
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Mechanism: |
Unlike rounds that fire a projectile, this cartridge discharges a cloud of dry CS "tear gas" powder directly from the weapon's muzzle. |
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Effective Range: |
It is most effective at very close distances, typically between 10 to 30 feet (3 to 9 meters). |
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Primary Use: |
It is used to fill gaps in dispersion lines or to quickly clear small confined spaces like crawl spaces, attics, or rooms during tactical operations. |
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Specifications: |
These are often aluminum-cased, roughly 4.8 inches (122 mm) in length, and provide an instantaneous discharge of agent. |
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40mm Rubber Cartridge |
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The cartridge is a Kinetic Impact round, used for pain compliance and dispersing resistive groups. |
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Mechanism: |
This round launches multiple projectiles—in this case, several rubber balls (often 18 to 24 per round depending on the caliber and model) using a smokeless powder propellant. |
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Effective Range: |
These rounds generally have a longer effective range than muzzle blasts, typically between 30 to 60 feet (9 to 18 meters) for pain compliance. |
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Primary Use: |
Used for "routing" or breaking up large groups and crowds in open spaces. |
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Specifications: |
A common configuration includes roughly 18-24 rubber balls of various diameters (e.g., 15mm or .60 caliber). |
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION |
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Tear Gas Cartridge - CS (40 mm) |
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Height |
123 ± 1 mm |
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Diameter |
40 mm |
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Mass |
142 ± 7 g |
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Chemical weight |
50 ± 3 g |
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Active agent |
CS IRRITANT POWDER |
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Active agent mass |
15 g |
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Compatibility |
Anti-Riot Gun 40 MM |
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Short Range |
4-8 m |
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Discharge |
Dry Powder |
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Discharge Time |
Instant |
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Shelf life |
5 years |
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Impact - Rubber Cartridge (40 mm) |
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Height |
123 mm |
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Diameter |
40 mm |
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Mass |
130 ± 5 g |
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Rubber Balls |
32 ± 1 |
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Rubber Ball Hardness |
65 durometers |
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Launching |
40 mm Grenade Launcher with Smooth Barrel |
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Effective Range |
Approx. 35 m |
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Maximum Range |
30 - 60 m |
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Shelf Life |
5 Years |
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