True Velocity Ammo: 6.8 TVCM Composite-Cased Ammo

Published on January 23, 2021
Duration: 4:47

This review explores True Velocity's 6.8 TVCM composite-cased ammunition, originally developed for the Army's NGWS. Tested in a Knight's Armament AMG, the ammo demonstrated significantly reduced heat transfer, allowing immediate barrel contact after extensive firing. The 6.8 TVCM features a polymer body and steel head for efficient powder burn and lower weapon temperatures, offering high terminal performance with 5.56mm-like recoil.

Quick Summary

True Velocity's 6.8 TVCM is a composite-cased cartridge with a polymer body and steel head, designed for efficient powder burn and lower weapon temperatures. Tested in a Knight's Armament AMG, it demonstrated significantly reduced heat transfer, allowing immediate barrel contact after extensive firing, while offering high terminal performance with 5.56mm-like recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: True Velocity & 6.8 TVCM
  2. 00:43Knight's Armament AMG Introduction
  3. 01:096.8 TVCM Cartridge Features
  4. 01:35Live Fire: Heat Test & Performance
  5. 02:37Manufacturing & Construction Details
  6. 03:19Partnership & Recoil Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is True Velocity's 6.8 TVCM ammunition?

The 6.8 TVCM is a composite-cased cartridge developed by True Velocity, originally for the Army's Next Generation Weapon System. It features a polymer body and steel head for efficient powder burn, lower weapon temperatures, and high terminal performance with recoil similar to 5.56mm.

What are the benefits of True Velocity's composite-cased ammo?

Composite-cased ammunition, like the 6.8 TVCM, offers significantly reduced heat transfer. This allows firearms to remain cooler during sustained fire, improving safety and potentially weapon longevity. It also provides efficient powder burn and manageable recoil.

How is the 6.8 TVCM cartridge constructed?

The 6.8 TVCM cartridge is a three-piece composite design. It consists of a stainless steel case head, a polymer body, and a polymer shoulder/neck area that are fused together. This construction contributes to its thermal and ballistic advantages.

What firearm was used to test the 6.8 TVCM ammunition?

The 6.8 TVCM ammunition was tested in a Knight's Armament AMG (Assault Machine Gun). This large-frame machine gun was adapted from 7.62mm to fire the new 6.8 TVCM cartridge, showcasing its capabilities in a high-volume fire platform.

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