Quick answer
Choose Byrna .61 Cal Kinetic Projectiles if you own a Byrna CL or CL-XL launcher; choose .68 Cal Kinetic Projectiles for all other Byrna launchers (except CL). The .68 Cal rounds are slightly larger and deliver a broader impact, but they won't fit the CL or CL-XL models.
Caliber size and impact difference
The .61 Cal projectile is smaller and designed specifically for the Byrna CL and CL-XL launchers. Its narrower diameter allows it to feed reliably in those models. The .68 Cal projectile is larger and creates a wider impact zone, which may help with target disruption at close range. Both are solid plastic rounds that do not break upon impact, so the main trade-off is compatibility versus impact area.
Compatibility limits your choice
Compatibility is the deciding factor. The .61 Cal rounds are only compatible with Byrna CL and CL-XL. The .68 Cal rounds are not compatible with the CL or CL-XL. If you own a different Byrna launcher, you must use .68 Cal. There is no universal caliber that works across all models, so check your launcher's manual before buying.
Training use without a range
Both calibers can be used for training at home or in a backyard, since they don't require a formal range. The .61 Cal rounds are especially useful for CL and CL-XL owners who want to practice without traveling. The .68 Cal rounds offer the same training benefit but with a slightly different feel due to the larger projectile.
Trade-offs at a glance
- .61 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count): Compatible only with Byrna CL and CL-XL. Smaller diameter, solid plastic, does not break on impact. Good for training without a range.
- .68 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count): Compatible with all Byrna launchers except CL. Larger diameter, solid plastic, does not break on impact. Slightly broader impact zone.
- The main trade-off: If you have a CL or CL-XL, you must choose .61 Cal. For any other launcher, .68 Cal is your only option. There is no universal fit. Always check your launcher model before buying kinetic rounds.
Product facts
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Byrna .61 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count): Byrna 0.61 Cal Kinetic Projectiles are hard solid plastic rounds that do not break upon impact and are compatible only with Byrna CL & CL-XL. If you own a CL or CL-XL, these are your only kinetic option; they also let you train without a range.
Byrna .61 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count)
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Byrna .68 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count): Byrna .68 Cal Kinetic Projectiles are hard solid plastic rounds that do not break upon impact and are not compatible with the Byrna CL. They work with most other Byrna launchers and offer a larger impact area, but CL/CL-XL owners cannot use them.
Byrna .68 Cal Kinetic Projectiles (95 Count)
Which caliber should you buy?
Best for
- Byrna CL or CL-XL owners who want kinetic rounds for training or self-defense
- Those who prefer a slightly smaller projectile that fits their specific launcher
Not for
- Owners of Byrna launchers other than CL or CL-XL (they need .68 Cal)
- Anyone looking for a single caliber that works across multiple Byrna models
