Byrna Kinetic Projectiles.61 Cal - Reusable Hard Plastic Rounds

In this review the Byrna Kinetic Projectiles.61 cal are assessed for training, target practice and non-lethal defense. The bottom line: these reusable hard-plastic rounds are best for users who want a robust training round that also serves as a deterrent in a Byrna CL device. The reviewer found they perform consistently in drills, are strong enough to break glass when needed, and require no chemical markers because they are solid plastic, making them a straightforward choice for repeated practice and simple defensive use.

Key Features

• Training & Defense: Designed for both practice and self-defense, these rounds give a realistic kinetic impact without active chemical payloads.
• Glass-Breaking Strength: Constructed to be strong enough to break glass, which can be useful to create escape options or deter an attacker.
• Hard Plastic Construction: Made of solid hard plastic with no active or inert ingredients, simplifying storage and handling compared with chemical loads.
• Reusable: The rounds retain shape on impact and can be recovered and reused for multiple training sessions, lowering per-use cost.
• Designed for Compatibility: Specifically compatible with the Byrna CL model, ensuring proper fit and reliable feeding in that device.

Who It's For

These projectiles are aimed at shooters who own a Byrna CL and want a durable, reusable round for regular target practice or defensive drills. Range instructors, backyard trainers and users who prefer practice rounds without chemical payloads will appreciate the simplicity and repeatability of hard plastic impacts.

They are not for users who need chemical irritant effects or rounds compatible with other launchers. If you require payload-delivering projectiles or a universal fit across multiple platforms, consider different ammunition designed for those purposes.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Reusable hard-plastic design reduces waste and cost for frequent training sessions.
• Strong enough to break glass, offering a real-world defensive capability beyond simple deterrence.
• Simple, inert construction means no active or inert chemical ingredients to handle or store.

Cons

• Compatibility is limited to the Byrna CL only, so users with other platforms cannot use them.

Specifications

Product	Byrna Kinetic Projectiles
Caliber	0.61 cal
Count	95 rounds
Material	Hard solid plastic
Intended use	Training, target practice, self defense
Compatibility	Compatible with Byrna CL only

Our Verdict

The Byrna Kinetic Projectiles.61 cal are a sensible buy for Byrna CL owners who want durable, reusable rounds for training and a non-chemical deterrent option for defense. Their glass-breaking strength and inert construction make them practical and cost-effective for repeated practice, though users needing broader compatibility or chemical payloads should look elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these rounds reusable?
Yes, the hard solid plastic design allows them to be recovered and reused for multiple sessions.

Do these contain any chemical irritants?
No, they do not contain any active or inert ingredients; they are purely hard plastic rounds.

Will they work in other launchers?
They are specified as compatible with the Byrna CL only and may not function correctly in other devices.