Patent ID: 6349651
Filing Date: 2002-02-26
Classification: F42B

Abstract:
A projectile for use in a weapon having a barrel with a smooth internal surface, said projectile comprising:a first body comprising a forwardly tapered tip having a front end and a rear end; a second body having a front end and a rear end, said rear end of said first body resting on said front end of said second body; a third body having a front end and a rear end, said rear end of said second body resting on said front end of said third body, such that said first, second and third bodies are aligned along an axial direction; an axially elongated stem extending rearwardly from said rear end of said first body; a securing member secured to a rear end of said stem, such that said second and third bodies are secured between said first body and said securing member; and a cover mounted to said rear end of said third body and concealing said securing member; wherein an axial chamber is formed in said second body behind said first body.