<div id="readability-page-1"><div>Authored by Bojan Stojovski via Interesting Engineering,A new handheld coil gun developed in China is designed for discreet, non-lethal use, including law enforcement operations, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Capable of firing between 1,000 and 2,000 rounds per minute, the weapon can penetrate wooden boards from distances of several dozen yards. Its adjustable power settings allow it to incapacitate rather than kill when set lower.<figure><img width="500" height="449" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.zerohedge.com/_next/image/query-cT03NSZ1cmw9aHR0cHM6Ly9hc3NldHMuemVyb2hlZGdlLmNvbS9zM2ZzLXB1YmxpYy9pbmxpbmUtaW1hZ2VzL29yaWdpbl8yMDI2MDQwNDEwMjUzODQ2MjlfODAuanBnJnc9MTkyMA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.zerohedge.com/_next/image/query-cT03NSZ1cmw9aHR0cHM6Ly9hc3NldHMuemVyb2hlZGdlLmNvbS9zM2ZzLXB1YmxpYy9pbmxpbmUtaW1hZ2VzL29yaWdpbl8yMDI2MDQwNDEwMjUzODQ2MjlfODAuanBnJnc9MTkyMA"/><figcaption>China develops electromagnetic weapon for covert operations.Gamersky</figcaption></figure>The compact electromagnetic launcher features a 12-inch barrel and is light enough to be comfortably held and operated with one hand, allowing for greater mobility and ease of use in tight or urban environments where traditional firearms or larger coil guns would be cumbersome.Equipped with a laser pointer for improved accuracy, the device – also called a Gauss gun – uses electromagnetic coils to accelerate metal projectiles at high speeds, miniaturizing technology previously limited to larger military systems.<h2 id="h-merging-stealth-and-increased-destructive-power">Merging stealth and increased destructive power</h2>The latest Chinese handheld coil gun offers a stealthy alternative to traditional firearms, producing no muzzle flash or smoke, minimal noise, and no ejected shell casings. These features make it particularly suited for covert operations, according to Chinese media.The showcased model represents an upgrade from last year’s test version, featuring a slightly longer barrel and the ability to fire larger, heavier projectiles. While its rate of fire is somewhat slower, the weapon delivers significantly greater kinetic energy and destructive force, increasing its impact per shot, the South China Morning Post reported.The weapon is equipped with an electronic display that provides real-time information on battery life, ammunition count, and firing modes. Operators can adjust the electric current to control output power, allowing them to vary projectile speed depending on the target’s distance and situational conditions.<img width="500" height="253" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.zerohedge.com/_next/image/query-cT03NSZ1cmw9aHR0cHM6Ly9hc3NldHMuemVyb2hlZGdlLmNvbS9zM2ZzLXB1YmxpYy9pbmxpbmUtaW1hZ2VzL29yaWdpbl8yMDI2MDQwNDEwMjUzOTI0OThfODAuanBnJnc9MTkyMA?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.zerohedge.com/_next/image/query-cT03NSZ1cmw9aHR0cHM6Ly9hc3NldHMuemVyb2hlZGdlLmNvbS9zM2ZzLXB1YmxpYy9pbmxpbmUtaW1hZ2VzL29yaWdpbl8yMDI2MDQwNDEwMjUzOTI0OThfODAuanBnJnc9MTkyMA"/>This feature enables the coil gun to deliver precise, controlled force, allowing operators to tailor each shot to the situation. By adjusting power and projectile speed, the weapon can incapacitate or deter targets effectively while significantly reducing the risk of fatal injury, making it suitable for law enforcement, crowd control, or other scenarios where non-lethal force is preferred.<h2 id="h-portable-coil-gun-could-supplement-traditional-firearms">Portable coil gun could supplement traditional firearms</h2>The coil gun’s design places a detachable magazine behind its centrally positioned grip, allowing the electromagnetic coils to run the full length of the chassis. This layout maximizes projectile acceleration while keeping the weapon compact and easy to handle.Currently, the portable device is intended mainly for specialised non-lethal scenarios, limited by battery output. However, as battery technology advances, the weapon could see broader applications, potentially supplementing or even replacing traditional firearms in certain combat situations, offering a new form of precision, low-visibility firepower on the battlefield.China has been advancing larger-scale electromagnetic weaponry as well. In 2023, the PLA Naval University of Engineering reportedly tested what is believed to be the world’s most powerful coil gun, capable of launching a 273-pound projectile at speeds reaching 435 miles per hour.Beijing is also advancing railgun technology, a type of electromagnetic weapon that propels projectiles along a pair of parallel rails at extreme speeds, while promising higher velocity and longer range than conventional guns, potentially transforming naval and land-based combat.</div></div>

中国开发的一款新型手持线圈枪旨在用于隐蔽的非致命用途，能够以每分钟发射 1,000 到 2,000 发的速度射击。它具有可调的功率设置，用于使目标失去行动能力，并且体积小巧，便于操作。该武器产生的噪音极小且没有火焰闪光，适合用于秘密行动。它配备了电子显示屏，提供实时信息，并可以根据不同情况进行定制。虽然目前受限于电池输出，但电池技术的进步可能会扩展其应用，潜在地在战斗场景中补充传统火器

中国推出基于电磁发射系统的手枪形线圈枪