The effectiveness of small arms against First-Person View (FPV) drones is being re-evaluated, with shotguns emerging as a preferred weapon due to their spread of pellets offering a higher chance of hitting elusive targets. While bird shot showed promise in tests, its effectiveness against tougher drone materials was limited. Ammunition using denser materials like tungsten or specialized alloys is proving more successful in downing drones, with both Beretta and Russian manufacturers developing such rounds. Despite the challenges, feedback indicates a strong preference among soldiers for shotguns in counter-drone operations. AI
IMPACT Specialized ammunition and shotgun platforms are becoming key tools for soldiers countering the growing threat of FPV drones.
RANK_REASON Article discusses specific weapon systems and ammunition types for drone defense, fitting the 'tool' category.
- 1st Marine Division
- Aaron Heading
- Beretta Group
- British Army
- David Hambling
- Forbes
- Hexagon
- Mossberg
- Paul Bradley
- Rostec
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