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A [[RAM]] munition is a Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose type of ammunition. | A [[RAM]] munition is a Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose type of ammunition. | ||
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It is progressive development of the [[Grenade Launcher]], the '''RAM''' (Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose) grenade launcher fires an assortment of rounds at low velocities (Often less than 900 meters per second). | It is progressive development of the [[Grenade Launcher]], the '''RAM''' (Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose) grenade launcher fires an assortment of rounds at low velocities (Often less than 900 meters per second). | ||
Many RAM grenade launchers follow the [[TL-9]] tradition of attaching under [[assault weapon]]s as accessories. They typically carry few rounds and are often [[single-shot weapon]]s. | Many RAM grenade launchers follow the [[TL-9]] tradition of attaching under [[assault weapon]]s as accessories. They typically carry few rounds and are often [[single-shot weapon]]s. | ||
| − | [[Accelerator weapon]]ry often use RAM [[technology]] | + | [[Accelerator weapon]]ry often use RAM [[technology]]. |
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== History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == | == History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == | ||
| − | + | RAM grenade launchers are an early step towards the manufacture of viable [[gyrojet]], or [[rocket-launching weapon]]s. A RAM round is essentially a self-contained self-propelled rocket. | |
== References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) == | == References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) == | ||
Revision as of 15:29, 30 April 2019
A RAM munition is a Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose type of ammunition.
Description (Specifications)
It is progressive development of the Grenade Launcher, the RAM (Rocket Assisted Multi-purpose) grenade launcher fires an assortment of rounds at low velocities (Often less than 900 meters per second).
Many RAM grenade launchers follow the TL-9 tradition of attaching under assault weapons as accessories. They typically carry few rounds and are often single-shot weapons.
Accelerator weaponry often use RAM technology.
Image Repository
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History & Background (Dossier)
RAM grenade launchers are an early step towards the manufacture of viable gyrojet, or rocket-launching weapons. A RAM round is essentially a self-contained self-propelled rocket.
References & Contributors (Sources)
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