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The only differences are that with TMJ, the base is covered by jacket material where FMJ typically has an exposed lead base. The TMJ is supposed to reduce lead exposure. Usually, TMJ bullets are plated, as well.
- What is difference between TMJ and FMJ ammo?
- What is TMJ ammo used for?
- Is TMJ ammo good for self-defense?
- What's a TMJ bullet?
- Why do ranges not allow FMJ?
- Do police use FMJ or hollow point?
- Can Target bullets kill?
- Who makes lawman ammo?
- What does TMC mean in ammo?
- Is it illegal to carry FMJ?
- Will FMJ penetrate body armor?
- Is FMJ armor piercing?
What is difference between TMJ and FMJ ammo?
The reason for this is simple, but important: The normal full metal jacket (or FMJ bullet) has a small amount of exposed lead at the base, while the TMJ instead surrounds the exposed lead area with copper. Using TMJ bullets, along with other steps to minimize lead exposure, can make you a healthier shooter.
What is TMJ ammo used for?
Total metal jacket (TMJ) bullets and brass enclosed bullets (BEB) are designed for a specific purpose: to reduce the amount of lead particles released into the air.
Is TMJ ammo good for self-defense?
Self Defence: FMJ ammo is not often used in self-defense situations due to the risk of the bullet striking an unintended target. It is a small-arms projectile, it can be used in concealed carry guns. Hollow point bullets are better for shoot to kill and self-defense situations.
What's a TMJ bullet?
Total metal jacket (TMJ or full metal case) bullets are made by electroplating a thin jacket of ductile metal (usually copper) over a core of different metal requiring protection from abrasion or corrosion. Similar full metal jacket bullets mechanically swage a thin sheet of metal over the core.
Why do ranges not allow FMJ?
FMJ is usually prohibited because it hammers the snot out of the backstops or is perceived to have a higher richochet risk due to the bullet remaining intact after impact. A 223 will pretty much do that with any softer metals.
Do police use FMJ or hollow point?
More types of 9mm ammo exist than just FMJ or Hollow Point. Most police officers now use Hollow Point rounds, because when you shoot somebody it fragments and splits up inside them and is less likely to exit and harm an innocent bystander.
Can Target bullets kill?
Target ammo can be used for defensive purposes. US troops in combat use what I would call target ammo against the enemy. However NATO doctrine is to wound not kill.
Who makes lawman ammo?
Speer®brought sport shooters and law enforcement the excellence of Lawman over 35 years ago. Back in 1968, the line included all centerfire handgun ammunition, and quickly earned a reputation as a high-performance and reliable product.
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Additional Information.
| Brand | CCI/Speer |
|---|---|
| Ammo Type | Practice |
| Pressure | Normal |
What does TMC mean in ammo?
TMC – Total Metal Case. TMJ – Total Metal Jacket.
Is it illegal to carry FMJ?
FMJ is the basic round and legal everywhere. Whereas hollow point or +P rounds may be questionable.
Will FMJ penetrate body armor?
No. Of course rifle bullets, even some lead ones, will go through most soft Police Body armor. ... Usually FMJ bullets are copper clad with a lead core. They can penetrate metal or body armor not rated to stop them but their purpose isnt AP unless it is designed with a penetrator core.
Is FMJ armor piercing?
ReloaderFred Member. Full metal jacketed bullets aren't considered armor piercing, nor are those with a small "penetrator", such as . 223/5.56. Soft point bullets also aren't considered armor piercing, nor are solid copper bullets that have a method to expand, such as skiving and hollowpoints.
