True Velocity Polymer Cased Ammo - Innovative or Problematic?

Published on March 13, 2023
Duration: 17:41

True Velocity's polymer-cased ammunition offers significant weight savings but faces critical reliability issues. Testing revealed inconsistent velocity, light primer strikes, and catastrophic failures in firearms with fluted chambers. While innovative, the high cost and unproven performance make it unsuitable for widespread commercial or military adoption currently.

Quick Summary

True Velocity polymer-cased ammunition offers significant weight savings (28-30%) but faces critical reliability issues. Testing revealed inconsistent velocity, light primer strikes, and catastrophic failures in firearms with fluted chambers, making it currently unready for widespread commercial use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: NGSW & True Velocity Polymer Ammo
  2. 01:16History of Polymer Cased Ammunition
  3. 02:09Weight Reduction Benefits of True Velocity
  4. 04:04True Velocity Ammo Construction
  5. 08:54Fluted Chamber Compatibility Failures
  6. 10:34Heat Transfer Claims: Polymer vs Brass
  7. 11:55Velocity & Accuracy Testing Results
  8. 15:18Final Assessment: Cost & Reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main advantages of True Velocity polymer-cased ammunition?

The primary advantage is a significant weight reduction, approximately 28-30% lighter than traditional brass-cased ammunition. This translates to soldiers carrying more rounds or hunters reducing their load.

What problems were encountered during testing of True Velocity ammo?

Testing revealed inconsistent velocity readings, light primer strikes in bolt-action rifles, and catastrophic failures in firearms with fluted chambers, such as the PTR-91.

Is True Velocity polymer-cased ammo suitable for all firearms?

No, it is not universally compatible. It failed dramatically in firearms with fluted chambers due to polymer expansion. Reliability issues like light primer strikes were also noted.

How does True Velocity polymer ammo compare in price and reloadability?

True Velocity ammunition is extremely expensive, costing around $3.50 per round, and it is not designed to be reloadable, making it a single-use, high-cost option.

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