GRU/AAF Caseless Round

A conventionally propelled, brassless round used in SR series weapons

Standard, Nonpulse

Gunpowder, Lead, Copper

First, the powder charge is sealed in a disintegrating protective case. The bottom of the case houses the primer, and the top of the case is capped by an inlaid shaped adhesive trip. The bullet is attached to the top of the adhesive strip and the sides of the top flange of the protective case.

Bulk

Cheap

Common

Standard issue ammunition

Gunpowder propellent in a disintegrating cartidge, propelling a standard lead/fmj projectile

Gunpowder, Polymer

The AAF Caseless Round is cylindrical in shape, with a diameter of 10mm and a length of 55mm. The front part of the round has a pointed tip and aerodynamic body, and is connected to the powder charge by a small adhesive strip.

Average

5x35mm: 10g. 10x55mm: 32g 15x115mm: 100g

The Caseless Round is usually colored like brass so it bears a resemblance to conventional cartridges.

Standard gunpowder and projectile in an efficient caseless configuration