The Army's new round replaces the current M855 5.56mm cartridge that has been used by U.S. troops since the early 1980s. The Army claims the M855A1 is more dependable, a more consistent performer, improves accuracy, moves faster. (U.S. Army)
End Of The Line For The Lead Bullet? Regulations, Bans Force Switch To 'Green' Ammo -- FOX News
When the last bullet-producing lead smelter closes its doors on Dec. 31, it will mark a major victory for those who say lead-based ammunition pollutes the environment, but others warn 'green' bullets will cost more, drive up copper prices and do little to help conservation.
The bid to ban lead bullets, seen by some as harmful to the environment, started slowly more than a decade ago. But with two dozen states, including California, banning bullets made of the soft, heavy metal, the lead bullet's epitaph was already being written when the federal government finished it off.
First, the military announced plans to phase out lead bullets by 2018.
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Update: 'Green Bullets' Overtaking Lead Thanks to EPA, State Regs, Military -- Breitbart
My Comment: Are copper bullets better than lead bullets? I guess we will know in the next few years.
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Copper mining interests are
certainly thankful.
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