{"id":186,"date":"2026-01-15T13:57:16","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T13:57:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/darwin-lviv.com\/blog\/?p=186"},"modified":"2026-01-21T13:57:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T13:57:39","slug":"vidi-travmatichnih-pistoletiv-yak-pravilno-vibrati-model-za-harakteristikami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/darwin-lviv.com\/blog\/en\/vidi-travmatichnih-pistoletiv-yak-pravilno-vibrati-model-za-harakteristikami\/","title":{"rendered":"Traumatic weapons: description, characteristics, and types"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Numatic weapons have long ceased to be a highly specialized weapon for professionals. Today, they are considered one of the most accessible and legal methods of personal self-defense, combining relative safety and reasonable effectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will examine in detail what a non-lethal weapon is, the different types of non-lethal pistols, their advantages, and the practical aspects of their use. Finally, we will discuss the parameters you should consider when choosing a non-lethal weapon to ensure it truly meets your needs and expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a non-lethal weapon and what are its advantages?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A non-lethal weapon is an informal term for a firearm with limited lethality. It is designed for… Self-defense and the use of non-lethal ammunition (often rubber bullets) or gas\/light-and-sound cartridges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When using traumatic weapons, strict safety regulations are paramount. Specifically, a special permit from the Ministry of Internal Affairs is required for the weapon. Furthermore, the list of adults (21 years and older) permitted to purchase traumatic weapons is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Traumatic Weapons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Traumatic weapon models are classified based on their operating principle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Gas weapons, which use rubber bullets or metal balls instead of cartridges. The weapon is fired using a compressed gas cylinder. This is a good option for self-defense, but the devices don’t boast high performance and won’t cause much harm to an attacker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Gunpowder-actuated bullets are a type of traumatic bullet that uses rubber bullets with a steel core as ammunition. They operate by exploding gunpowder in the cartridge’s primer. Powder-actuated traumatic weapons are highly effective and will allow you to fight back in any extreme situation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Powder-actuated traumatic pistols are the most popular, thanks to their high effectiveness and other advantages, such as their resemblance to combat weapons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key Characteristics and Parameters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Main Characteristics of Traumatic Weapons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Purpose: A self-defense weapon that can temporarily incapacitate an attacker without causing death.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Ammunition Type: Special rubber bullets, some models with a core.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Design: Externally similar to combat weapons, but traumatic pistols have special internal design features that preclude the use of combat weapons. cartridges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Muzzle energy: no more than 91 J for pistols, and no more than 150 J for long-barreled guns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Magazine capacity: no more than 17 rounds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Weight and dimensions: both compact and full-size models are available.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Practical Use of Traumatic Pistols<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      A traumatic weapon in the hands of a professional is capable of repelling an attacker. However, it has both advantages and specific features. Knowing these parameters will allow you to make an informed choice of a traumatic pistol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      First, about the features. As we’ve already noted, the ammunition in this case is a rubber bullet, which lacks muzzle energy and penetrating power if fired from a distance of more than 3.5 meters. This is because the bullets are round and relatively light. Furthermore, they are fired from a smoothbore (not rifled) barrel. The propellant charge in such cartridges is also small, meaning the effective range of traumatic weapons does not exceed 7-10 meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Furthermore, it’s important to know that stopping an attacker even with the first successful shot is unlikely. The device does not have high lethality or stopping power. The effect of a rubber bullet hit from a traumatic weapon is a large and painful hematoma. Therefore, to stop an attacker, several successful hits are needed in a short period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Among the positive characteristics of traumatic weapons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n