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Category B cartridges for regulated sport shooting

Category B cartridges are intended for use in sport shooting with firearms requiring authorization. Used at shooting ranges for various disciplines, they offer precision , reliability , and consistency, essential for both training and competition.

Riffaut Armory offers a rigorous selection of ammunition from recognized manufacturers such as Magtech , Geco , Sellier & Bellot , Fiocchi , Winchester or Remington , adapted to the requirements of sport shooters and compliant with French regulations.

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Category B cartridges: ammunition for authorized sport shooting


Category B cartridges include ammunition intended for firearms requiring prefectural authorization. They are primarily used in sport shooting , particularly with pistols, revolvers, or semi-automatic rifles. Their acquisition, possession, and use are strictly regulated by French law.


Essential calibers in sport shooting


Among the most common calibers are the 9x19 , the .45 ACP , the .223 Remington , the 5.56x45 mm , the 7.62x39 mm , the .357 Magnum , and the .38 Special . These cartridges are used in numerous disciplines, from precision shooting to dynamic shooting.


Reliable ammunition for training and competition


Manufacturers such as Magtech , Geco , Sellier & Bellot , Fiocchi , Winchester , and Remington offer cartridges renowned for their consistency and reliability. These cartridges allow shooters to train effectively and achieve reproducible performance on the target.


Prefectural authorization and SIA


The acquisition of Category B ammunition is subject to a valid prefectural authorization , issued for each firearm owned. This information is recorded in the Weapons Information System (SIA) , guaranteeing traceability and compliance of firearm possessions. Without this authorization, the purchase of this ammunition is not possible.


Choose your cartridges according to your practice


The choice depends on your weapon, your discipline, and your objectives. For training, shooters prefer reliable and affordable ammunition, while competition requires cartridges offering optimal consistency.


Safety and regulations


The use of category B ammunition must be exclusively within a safe environment, generally a shooting range. Adherence to safety rules and French regulations is essential for responsible practice.


Riffaut Armory Expertise


As a specialist in sport shooting, Armurerie Riffaut assists you in choosing your category B ammunition. Our gunsmiths advise you based on your equipment, your practice and your permits, for a compliant and suitable purchase.


FAQ




What is a category B cartridge?



This is ammunition intended for a weapon subject to prefectural authorization, mainly used in sport shooting.





Do I need authorization to buy this ammunition?



Yes, a valid prefectural authorization is mandatory to acquire category B ammunition.





What is the SIA?



The Weapons Information System (SIA) is an official platform for managing and tracking legally held weapons and ammunition.





What calibers are most commonly used in category B?



The most common calibers are 9x19, .45 ACP, .223 Remington, .357 Magnum and .38 Special.





Where can these munitions be used?



They are used only at shooting ranges, in a safe environment and in accordance with regulations.




In France products of categories A, B, C or D are subject to rules of purchase, port, transport and detention. For more details please consult the link below.
Classification of weapons according to the French Internal Security Code
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