This page compares the technical specifications of Ozkursan's two blank-firing pistol cartridges and explains what the 380R case designation means.
9x18 380R and 9x22 380R Products
The table below compares Ozkursan's two products in this group, listed under the 9 mm Blank-Firing Pistol Ammunition category.
| Product | Product Code | Diameter | Primer | Quantity per Pack | Quantity per Carton | Loaded Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozkursan 9/380R 9X18 | 5704 | 9 mm Blank | Boxer | 50 pcs | 2000 pcs | 4.25 g |
| Ozkursan 9/380R 9X22 | 5705 | 9 mm Blank | Boxer | 50 pcs | 2000 pcs | 5.15 g |
The Difference Between 9x18 and 9x22
Both products share the same primer type (Boxer) and the same pack quantity (50 pcs/pack); the main difference between them is case length (9x18 vs. 9x22) and the resulting loaded weight (4.25 g vs. 5.15 g). Case length must match the chamber length of the specific blank-firing pistol model in use.
What Is a Blank-Firing Pistol Cartridge?
A blank-firing pistol cartridge is produced with a 380R (rimmed) case and carries no bullet — it is a blank/sound-only round. "380R" identifies the case's rimmed construction and its position within the 9 mm case family. Unlike standard pistol ammunition, these cartridges are used exclusively in blank-firing pistols.
What Is a Blank-Firing Pistol?
A blank-firing pistol (sometimes referred to as a gas or acoustic pistol) is a firearm category that does not fire a live bullet — it works only with blank cartridges that produce sound and/or gas. The 380R case type used in these pistols has a different rim construction from standard pistol cartridge cases, deliberately designed so the two cannot be confused.
Typical Uses and Corporate Inquiries
Blank-firing pistol cartridges are used in deterrent blank-firing pistols, stage and ceremonial applications, and in contexts such as dog training that call for a sound response. Because they carry no bullet, these products fall under a different regulatory category from live ammunition requiring a rifled or smoothbore firearm licence. These products are listed under Ozkursan's Blank Ammunition category; corporate inquiries can be submitted via Contact or Request a Quote.
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