5.56×30mm MINSAS | |
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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 200 to 300 meters and good penetration against body armor. OFB claims that its penetration rate is better than 9mm caliber. It's currently chambered in the Modern Sub Machine Carbine and Amogh carbine.