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What is the primary difference between centrefire and rimfire ammunition construction?
Centrefire ammunition has a separate primer cap seated in the center of the case head, whereas rimfire priming is part of the case rim.
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Question: What is the primary difference between centrefire and rimfire ammunition construction?
Answer options: ✅ Centrefire uses a replaceable primer in the center of the base; rimfire does not
- Rimfire uses heavier powder charges than centrefire
- Centrefire is only used in handguns while rimfire is only used in rifles
- Rimfire cases are always made of steel
Correct answer: Centrefire uses a replaceable primer in the center of the base; rimfire does not
Explanation: Centrefire ammunition has a separate primer cap seated in the center of the case head, whereas rimfire priming is part of the case rim.
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