Army’s new grenade uses blast overpressure instead of relying on fragmentation
In urban environments, a new type of grenade is being used by the Army. This grenade causes damage through a rapid pressure wave. The pressure wave can injure organs and be fatal.
The grenade has a plastic body and is designed for use in small spaces. It weighs 12. 6 ounces and is meant to complement an existing grenade.
Further information about the grenade's development and use is available from the Army. The Army has developed this new grenade as an alternative to existing models, with specific uses in mind.
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