5.56×30mm MINSAS

5.56×30mm MINSAS
TypePersonal defense weapon
Place of originIndia
Service history
Used byIndian Armed Forces
Production history
Designed2011
ManufacturerAmmunition Factory Khadki
Specifications
Bullet diameter5.56 mm (0.219 in)
Case length30 mm (1.2 in)
Overall length42 mm (1.7 in)
Ballistic performance
Bullet mass/type Velocity Energy
2.6 g (40 gr) 650 m/s (2,100 ft/s) 550 J (410 ft⋅lbf)
Test barrel length: 300mm
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The 5.56×30mm MINSAS is a firearm cartridge manufactured by India's Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) for close-quarters combat use. It has an effective range of 300 metres (980 ft) and good penetration against body armor. OFB claims it exhibits penetration superior to 9mm.

The MINSAS is being manufactured at Ammunition Factory Khadki in Pune.

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