Do APFSDS shells bounce?

Do APFSDS shells bounce?

In game, APFSDS still bounces. Just like a normal AP slug or APHE shell. Even though it has a much much lower chance of doing it, it still can and will (you can try it right now by going into test drive and trying to shot trap the T10M there, its doable.)

Which country invented APFSDS?

The Soviet Union
The Soviet Union was actually the first to adopt APFSDS technology; they fielded the 115mm 2A20 smoothbore gun on the T-62 to make use of APFSDS rounds for increased penetration. The Soviet excellence in the field continued with the larger 125mm gun, with the Soviets developing advanced rounds.

When were APFSDS invented?

In mid-1944, the resulting APDS (the ‘D’ standing for “discarding”) projectile type was introduced into service for the UK’s QF 6 pounder anti-tank gun and later in September 1944 for the QF 17 pounder anti-tank gun.

What ammo is widely available?

9mm ammo. The 9mm ammo is easily the mostly widely used pistol round in the world. The 9mm is great for the range or self defense. They have enough power to penetrate well as close range, but still easy to fire with little recoil.

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What is the effective range of the M919 round?

While the effective range of the M919 remains classified, the maximum range of this round is about 17,600 meters. These figures translate into greater crew protection and survivability to move onto the next battle.

What does APFSDS-T stand for?

The System Contractor is General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems (GDOTS). The new 25mm Armor-Piercing, Fin Stabilized, Discarding Sabot with Tracer (APFSDS-T), M919 Cartridge is intended to supplement the currently fielded Armor Piercing M791 as the primary service round.

What kind of technology does the M919 have?

The M919 round uses state-of-the-art technology by incorporating high energy propellants, low drag design, an aluminum sabot and an improved depleted uranium penetrator material The System Contractor is General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems (GDOTS).

What kind of packaging is used for M919 ammo?

The Army’s M919 ammunition DU cartridges are packaged in plastic (M-621) and metal (PA-125) shipping containers and the Marine Corps’s metal (CNU-405) container. The radiation levels associated with the M919 are low and do not significantly endanger personnel handling and storing the ammunition.

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