Stop-cartridges - 9x18 "Makarov" and 9x19 "Para"
PURPOSE OF USE
Stop cartridges are designed for firing with self-loading pistol either indoors (houses, offices, public transport) or outdoors, where the possibility of affecting bystanders is present.
The bullet has strong effect, slow breakthrough and shortened distance.
Technical specifications
| Caliber, mm | 9х18 | 9х19 |
| Cartridge weight, g | 7,2 | 9,5 |
| Bullet weight, g | 2,7…2,8 | 2,7…2,8 |
| Initial velocity, m/s | 350±10 | 400±10 |
| Muzzle energy of the bullet /Е1/, J | 116 | 220 |
| Effective distance shooting, m | till 20 | till 25 |
| Recommended minimal distance shooting, m | 11 | 13 |
| Dangerous distance with decreasing possibility for deadly effect or permanent injuries, m | till 11 | till 13 |