5.56×30mm MINSAS
| 5.56×30mm MINSAS | |
|---|---|
| Type | Personal defense weapon |
| Place of origin | India |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Indian Armed Forces |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Armament Research and Development Establishment |
| Designed | 2011 |
| Manufacturer | Ordnance Factories Board |
| Specifications | |
| Bullet diameter | 5.56 mm (0.218 in) |
| Case length | 30 mm (1.181 in) |
The 5.56×30mm MINSAS is a cartridge manufactured by the Ordnance Factories Board for close quarter battle use. It has an effective range of about 200 to 300 meters and good penetration against body armor.[1] OFB claims that its penetration rate is better than 9mm caliber.[2] It's currently chambered in the Modern Sub Machine Carbine and Amogh carbine.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ Max Popenker. "Modern Sub Machine Carbine / MSMC submachine gun (India)". World Guns. Archived from the original on 2010-05-22. Retrieved 2010-03-18.
- ↑ "Indian MSMC carbine". Firearms World.
- ↑ ofbindia.gov.in - "Amogh 5.56mm carbine"
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