Cartridge


A self-contained unit of ammunition with primer, propellant, bullet/shot, and casing.

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Ammunition

Cartridges or shells containing primer, powder, projectile, and casing.

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Caliber

The internal diameter of a firearm’s barrel or the bullet’s diameter (e.g., .223, .308).

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Centerfire Ammunition

Ammo with a primer located in the center of the cartridge base, used in most rifles and handguns.

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Headspace

The gap between the cartridge base and the firearm’s breech face; improper headspace can cause ma...

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Hinged Floorplate

A feature on some bolt-action rifles where the magazine floorplate swings open for quick unloadin...

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Rimfire Ammunition

Ammo where the primer is inside the rim of the cartridge (e.g., .22 LR); commonly used for small ...

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