Vesta’s V.E.N.O.M.: the ammunition shaking up less-lethal

Innovation at the heart of the less-lethal market

While much of the focus in the less-lethal sector has traditionally been on launchers, ammunition is emerging as a critical area of innovation. With its patented V.E.N.O.M. (Vanguard-Engineered Non-Lethal Offensive Munition) technology, Vesta Defense has developed a new generation of purpose-built irritant projectiles designed for precision, reliable activation and effective payload delivery.

At the core of V.E.N.O.M. is a patented internal activation mechanism, paired with a purpose-designed shell engineered for consistent flight and controlled fragmentation upon impact. This raises the break rate on impact and ensures the projectile delivers its payload efficiently while maintaining the less-lethal character demanded by professional users.

Tailored formulations for every environment

The V.E.N.O.M. range features a 10% PAVA and 1% OC irritant formulation, which Vesta describes as the strongest available on the market, and is available in dedicated Indoor and Outdoor configurations. Each variant is optimised for dispersal in its intended environment, providing a more mission-specific alternative to conventional universal rounds.

Realistic and innovative training solutions

Vesta has also developed inert training ammunition that matches the weight and ballistic characteristics of operational rounds, allowing users to train realistically without exposure to active irritants.

Taking the training concept further, Vesta has a patent pending for a dedicated training projectile designed to release a distinctive malodorous cloud on impact. The visible and easily identifiable cloud provides immediate feedback on payload dispersion, enabling trainees to assess effective reach and coverage during exercises, without the use of active irritants.

A cornerstone of Vesta’s less-lethal ecosystem

As Vesta’s less-lethal portfolio continues to expand, V.E.N.O.M. represents a key component of its broader ecosystem. By combining patented projectile technology, specialised formulations and environment-specific ammunition, the range reflects the industry’s shift toward complete, purpose-built less-lethal systems.

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