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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 13 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Ammunition

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the answer of 13 October 2025 to question 77262 on Armed Forces: Ammunition, what 5.56 x 45mm ball rounds heavier than four grams are used by the armed forces.

Answer

According to Defence General Munitions records, the following 5.56 x 45mm ball rounds heavier than four grams are in use by the UK's Armed Forces:

  • ROUND 5.56MM BALL CARTON L15A2
  • ROUND 5.56MM BALL CARTON L15A3
  • ROUND 5.56MM BALL CARTON L15A4

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16662
Session
2026-27
Related items
Armed Forces: Ammunition
Monday, 13 October 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Ammunition Armed forces
Link
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