Jump to content

5.56×30mm MINSAS

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This is an old revision of this page, as edited by Yobot (talk | contribs) at 05:11, 8 December 2015 (WP:CHECKWIKI error fixes using AWB (11754)). The present address (URL) is a permanent link to this revision, which may differ significantly from the current revision.

5.56×30mm MINSAS
TypePersonal defense weapon
Place of origin India
Production history
ManufacturerOrdnance Factories Board
Specifications
Bullet diameter5.56 mm M193
Case length30 mm

The 5.56×30mm MINSAS is an ammunition manufactured by the Ordnance Factories Board for close quarter battle use.[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

  1. ^ Max Popenker. "Modern Sub Machine Carbine / MSMC submachine gun (India)". World Guns. Retrieved 2010-03-18.
  2. ^ http://www.firearmsworld.net/india/msmc/msmc.htm
  3. ^ ofbindia.gov.in - AMOGH 5.56mm CARBINE