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Record 1 2021-05-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Small Arms
CONT

... frangible cartridges are designed to reduce health and safety hazards by providing a safe alternative[. Their] lead-free/non-toxic primer eliminates exposure to lead and heavy metals. Its polymer projectile disintegrates into powder on impact with steel targets or backstop materials, virtually eliminating ricochet and splashback.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Armes légères
OBS

cartouche frangible : L'adjectif «frangible», bien qu'il soit assez répandu dans l'usage en français, n'est pas répertorié dans les dictionnaires usuels et semble plutôt être un calque de l'anglais.

Spanish

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