Characteristics Of Advanced Tungsten Bullets

When tungsten is processed into an alloy, it is considered a suitable material for various types of munitions. Munitions range from large to small calibres. The manufacturing of tungsten projectiles achieves the required quality through process control, strict oversight and innovation. For optimum results, the development of high quality materials is essential.

MRX projectiles are fully encased in copper on the exterior, while the core consists of dense tungsten. The high density of tungsten reduces the projectile length compared with TTSX projectiles. These projectiles are designed for large game as they penetrate deeply through heavy tissue and bone. The projectiles feature aerodynamic polymer tips that are suitable for flat trajectories at long range. The tips also increase projectile expansion upon long-range impacts.

Upon impact, MRX projectiles expand into four copper petals. This expansion doubles the initial diameter of the projectile, consequently maximising damage to tissue and bone. These projectiles are appropriate for both long-range and short-range firing. Numerous rings at the base reduce contamination and enhance precision.

These projectiles are completely lead-free and therefore not harmful to the environment. They are available in various calibres and weights. Their weight ranges between 130 and 150 grams, and they have a diameter of 0.277 inches for the 7 mm calibre.

Tungsten projectiles have been developed as intelligent munitions. Compressed Ny-Trillium projectiles, made from a tungsten powder flake mixture, incorporate composite fragments that detach upon impact. They generate an exit wound of measurable dimensions. These projectiles exhibit a fragmentation property that transfers energy faster than conventional hollow-point projectiles. The projectile is designed to exert high force in soft targets.

These projectiles exhibit low ricochet properties and reduce the occurrence of over-penetration. By confining the energy of the AFR projectile to the target, including the fragmented portion, over-penetration is reduced. Given that the finely milled fragments do not separate from the projectile as in conventional designs, the risk to the operator is minimal.

Upon impact with the target, the AFR projectile disintegrates. This occurs primarily with hard targets such as aircraft and walls. However, when impacting organic targets, they produce a significant stopping effect. This type of munition is used in counter-terrorism operations in aircraft.

Tungsten projectiles represent a viable option for internal security in urban areas. Their safety is enhanced due to low ricochet properties. If a projectile misses its target, the probability of it penetrating multiple walls and injuring an unaware person is reduced. Operators may engage rabid dogs without concern that a missed projectile will ricochet and impact unintended targets.

Tungsten projectiles have been developed as intelligent munitions. The energy transfer rate to a hollow target is more than twice as high as that of conventional projectiles. In comparison, the energy transfer rate is quadrupled relative to traditional ball projectiles. When they impact brittle targets, they disintegrate rapidly, thereby reducing penetration and ricochet rates. In soft targets, disintegration occurs at a slower rate. This results in a greater number of fragments entering the target and producing multiple wound channels. The resulting shock cavity may exceed a diameter of over seven inches.

Conclusion

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