Blank cartridges from combat counterparts are distinguished by the absence of a bullet. In some cases, it can be paper or wood. In any case, harming it is quite difficult. However, at close range, ammunition can cause serious injury, and this should be considered.
If we talk about the destination, then they are acquired most often for educational purposes. It is rather difficult to distinguish between single and live ammunition in terms of light and sound effects. In order to understand their design features in more detail, it is necessary to consider the main brands and study the characteristics of the products.
Cartridges of the Magnum SF20 series
These cartridges "Magnum" have a fairly large sound effect. They are used most often for training. At close range they are quite dangerous and can cause serious bodily harm to humans. Gunpowder in the presented brand is used in the KK12 series. The flange in this cartridge is used lead and is located directly under the core.
The groove in the specified product has a diameter of exactly 3.1 mm. The seed mixture in the cartridge is located under the core. Shell manufacturer provides tompak type. This cartridge weighs 9 g, and the mass of gunpowder is only 0.5 g. In total, there are 10 cartridges in the package, and it costs about 900 rubles.
Brand "Magnum SF50"
The indicated "Magnum" cartridges are distinguished by their large mass - at the level of 10 g. In this case, the "Kreno" series of gunpowder is used. The flange of the presented product is used from heat-hardened steel. The groove in the product is set to 3 mm in diameter, and the seed mixture is located under it. The shell of the presented cartridge is used nickel-plated type and is protected reliably. In circulation, this brand is quite simple.
The shirt in this case will only use lead, and it is located above the core. In addition, it should be noted that the mass of gunpowder in the product is 0.6 g. The obturator for the presented brand is used of aluminum type, and its diameter is 1.1 mm. The impulse response of the cartridge, in turn, is at the level of 0.3 kgf per second. These weapons products are sold in packs of 10 each, and today they cost about 1,100 rubles.
Characteristics of Magnum SF60
The indicated cartridges (photo shown below) have a pulse return parameter of 0.4 kgf / s. The shutter in the presented brand uses standard lead, and in diameter it is exactly 1.3 mm. In this case, gunpowder is used of type KK20, and it weighs in a cartridge of 0.5 g. Moreover, the mass of the whole product is only 7 g. The flange in the brand presented is quite small, and it is made of aluminum.
In turn, the groove is made by the manufacturer of heat-hardened steel, and its diameter is as much as 3.2 mm. The seed mixture in this case is quite dense under the core. Its shell is nickel-plated. The manufacturer also provides for a special anvil under the flange, which is made of aluminum. In turn, the shirt is standardly used in lead type. Additionally, it should be noted that the core diameter is 2.2 mm. These rifled cartridges are sold most often in packs of 15 pieces and will cost the buyer an average of about 1300 rubles.
Overview of Signal Modifications Magnum SF100
To date, these cartridges (signal) are quite in demand. They can be used for self-defense, and their sound effect is very strong. Additionally, keep in mind that they are dangerous at close range. Gunpowder in this case is used in the K12 series. The flange under the core is mounted of lead type, and the groove is standardly made of steel. In diameter, it is exactly 3 mm.
The seed mixture in this case is located under the shirt. By its consistency, it is quite dense. The anvil pad is used in these cartridges. It is made of heat-strengthened steel. In turn, the shirt will only apply aluminum type. Additionally, it should be noted that the core is aluminum, and its diameter is 2.2 mm. Igniter capsule presented cartridges (signal) have a series of PP2. The sleeve is standardly cylindrical in shape. The cost of one cartridge in the market is approximately 30 rubles.
Cartridges "Ekol"
Cartridges of this brand in our time are quite in demand. For educational purposes, they are ideal. Gunpowder in them is most often used by the Isco series. The impulse response parameter fluctuates on average around 0.3 kgf / s. In addition, it should be borne in mind that obturators are usually used of aluminum type. In turn, the igniter capsules are installed the most diverse.
On average, the cartridge weighs 8 g. At the same time, the powder weighs about 0.4 g in the product. The sleeves in many models use bimetallic ones, and their shape is most often standardly cylindrical. Sliced cartridges of this brand are sold in a package of 10 pieces. An average buyer will cost one product in the region of 35 rubles.
Brand "Ekol Teren 3"
These cartridges (photo below) stand out among other products with a rather large groove, which is installed under the core. In this case, the diameter is as much as 3.2 mm. Gunpowder in the presented brand is used like "Isko-2". The flange above the shirt is standardly mounted aluminum type. In this case, the seed mixture in the cartridge is used. In addition, it should be noted that the shell of the presented sample has a tompack type.
All this suggests that you can use them at subzero temperatures with great success. The anvil in this case is represented by lead, and it is located immediately above the core. Directly shirt is available in a bimetal cartridge. Its diameter is 3.2 mm. Due to this, the mass of the cartridge is 8 g. The capsule igniter is installed in the K14 series. The mass of gunpowder in this case is 0.3 g. These cartridges are sold, usually in a package of 10 pieces, and it will cost the buyer around 850 rubles.
Characteristics "Ekol Teren 12"
This blank cartridge 9 mm has a fairly strong noise effect. Thus, for self-defense it can be used with great success. However, for educational purposes, it also fits well. The sealer in the presented brand is installed. Its diameter in the cartridge is 1.1 mm. The parameter of the impulse return of the product is at around 0.4 kgf per second. All this suggests that using these cartridges is quite comfortable. The sleeve in this case is cylindrical, and it is made of heat-resistant steel. The groove of this brand is set to standard.
In turn, gunpowder is used like "Isko". Special attention should be paid to the flange, which in this case is installed very wide. It is made in the attached brand completely from lead. The seed mixture in the specified cartridge is used medium density. This brand has no anvil, and this should be considered before buying cartridges. In some cases, the igniter capsule does not work because of this. These cartridges are sold in stores only in packs of 10 pieces. At the same time, one product will cost the buyer about 34 rubles.
Overview of traumatic cartridges "Ekol Teren 15"
These traumatic cartridges in our time for self-defense are used quite often. First of all, it should be noted that the groove in this case is very wide. Due to this powder, as much as 0.3 g is used in the presented sample. The noise effect from this brand is insignificant. The flange is standardly used lead, and in diameter it is 2.4 mm.
The seed mixture is provided by the manufacturer for medium density and fails quite rarely when fired. It is also important to mention that the core is a bimetallic type. The igniter capsule is installed in the sample type K23. Presented traumatic cartridges for today in the store will cost about 870 rubles. per pack of 10 items.
Umarex Models
Cartridges of this brand are most often made without obturators. In this case, shirts are used mainly of steel type. Cores in this case are installed under the groove. The average diameter is 2.2 mm. Additionally, it should be noted that not all moles have anvils. In this case, the flanges are set quite wide.
Gunpowder is most often used in the Keno series. Its mass on average equals about 0.3 g in the cartridge. In turn, the recoil impulse parameter of the product fluctuates around 0.5 kgf / s. You can find these cartridges in the store in packs of 10 and 15 pieces. The cost of them varies from 900 to 1500 rubles.
Characteristics of Umarex Cobra
To date, the specified blank cartridge 5.45 mm is quite in demand. First of all, it should be noted that the sleeves used in it are nickel-plated. In turn, gunpowder has a series of "Keno". The flange in this case is located above the core, and it is made entirely of lead. The groove in the presented configuration is used exactly 3 mm in diameter.
The seed mixture in the cartridge has a high density. All this suggests that misfires are quite rare and this should be considered before buying a product. The shirt in this case is steel. Directly, the core is provided by the manufacturer for a fairly high quality, and it consists entirely of heat-resistant steel. These cartridges cost (market price) 950 rubles. for a pack of 10 pieces.
Review of Umarex Maskito
Weapons under the blank cartridge "Umarex Maskito" fit caliber 9 mm. This modification, among other products, is characterized by high-quality powder. In this case, he has a series of "Keno". The user's attention also deserves a high parameter of impulse response at the level of 0.3 kgf per second. The flange of the presented sample is used in a standard size, and it is made of lead. The groove is capable of boasting a diameter of 3.1 mm. The seed mixture is used in high density and dries very rarely. You can use these cartridges at sub-zero temperatures. The shell in this case, the manufacturer provides tompak type.
All this suggests that the return on this brand is extremely small, and they are quite comfortable to use. The shirt in this case is used from lead, and it is installed immediately below the core. The primer is directly used in the P12 series. The mass of gunpowder in this brand is 0.5 g. These cartridges are sold only in packs of 10 each, and the price for them varies around 1100 rubles.
Cartridges "Umarex Beretta"
Umarex Beretta cartridge pistol is suitable for 4.5 mm caliber. These products obturator have an aluminum type with a diameter of 1.2 mm. The impulse response parameter in this case is 0.5 kgf / s. The sleeve is provided by the manufacturer in a cylindrical shape, and its stabilization is pretty good. In general, the sound effect of this product is very strong. The flange in the sample used is thin, but it completely overlaps the groove. Gunpowder in the cartridge is standardly available in the Keno series.
The seed mixture in the presented product is used a little. Due to the tompak shell, the cartridge weighs only 8 g. In this case, the manufacturer has provided an aluminum wrap. The specified cartridge in the store will cost around 29 rubles.
Cartridges of the Ozkursan company
Cartridges of this brand are usually made for training. Obturators in them are used the most diverse. In this regard, the product recoil parameter ranges from 0.3 to 0.5 kgf / s. In this case, the sound effect from the sample can be quite strong. Flanges are most often used lead type. In turn, the grooves are installed with a diameter of not more than 2.5 mm. It should also be noted that the shells on the market are presented in both packaged and nickel-plated types. In this regard, the choice of the buyer is quite extensive.
Anvils are usually installed lead. Cores in this case are most often bimetallic. Their diameter is on average 2.2 mm, and the total mass of the product is 9 g. Cartridges of the indicated brand are sold in packs of 10 and 20 pieces. The cost of them ranges from 1000 to 1800 rubles.
Cartridges "Ozkursan RA12"
These blank cartridges for self-defense are ideal. In this case, the manufacturer uses the gunpowder series "Rero". In turn, the flange is set rather narrow. The groove of the presented sample has a diameter of 2.2 mm. The seed mixture under the core is of medium density. If we talk about the shell, it is important to note that it is installed tompakova type.
In this regard, the mass of the cartridge is only 6 g. Nakovalenka, in turn, is used standard, and is made entirely of lead. Thus, these cartridges are inexpensive in the market. They are sold only in packs of 10 pieces, and the price for them varies around 870 rubles.
Characteristics "Ozkursan RA9"
These blank cartridges are able to boast of good stabilization. The shirt in this case, the manufacturer uses an aluminum type. In turn, gunpowder is standardly used in the Rero 12 series. The flange in this case overlaps absolutely reliably. It is made entirely of lead. The seed mixture under the core is used in high density and dries very rarely. However, there are drawbacks to this cartridge.
First of all, it should be noted a rather low parameter of impulse response at the level of 0.2 kgf per second. It is also important to mention that the mass of the cartridge reaches as much as 11 g. In this case, the KK01 type igniter capsule is used. The sleeve has a standard cylindrical appearance. The shutter in the specified sample is aluminum, and its diameter is only 1.2 mm. These blank cartridges cost about 900 rubles today. for a pack of 10 pieces.