The APFSDS (Armour-Piercing Fin-Stabilized Discarding Sabot) is a highly lethal tank ammunition designed to defeat heavy armor through kinetic energy alone.
## Key Technical Specifications
* Muzzle Velocity: Between 1,500 and 1,800 meters per second (5,400 to 6,480 km/h).
* Speed Category: Classified as hypervelocity, reaching nearly Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound).
* Core Material: Made from high-density metals like Tungsten or Depleted Uranium.
## Component Breakdown
* The Penetrator: A long, thin, heavy dart that punches through heavy composite armor.
* The Sabot: A lightweight carrier that seals the barrel, then discards immediately after firing.
* The Fins: Rear stabilizers that ensure precise aerodynamic balance during flight.
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